Supervisory Information Technology Project ManagerThe Supervisory Information Technology Project Manager (PLCYPLN) performs the full range of project and program management activities from concept and exploration, and continues through development, production, and completion of initial fielding of system/equipment items, and life cycle management and support across a group of inter-related projects/programs.This job is open to individuals with disabilities, federal employees - competitive service, career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, military spouses, family of overseas employees, Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista, the public, and veterans.A Supervisor IT Project Manager:Supervises a group of employees performing work up to the GS-14 level. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work; Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; Observes workers' performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff and clearly communicates these through the formal employee performance management system.Plans, develops, and directs project management functions involved in acquisition of IT capabilities and execution of projects that deliver those capabilities to DOT-wide program offices and operating administrations. Serves as the program manager through the full project life cycle processes of initiating, executing, controlling, and close-out on projects within the assigned program. Develops, manages, and implements project plans in accordance with the project management methodology. Establishes detailed project plans, tasks, schedules, and identifies milestone dates to ensure proper sequencing of events, work efforts, and resources to accomplish objectives. Applies project management standards, develops new approaches and adopts best practices to ensure project success. Responsible for the full range of system application development for various areas throughout the DOT and Operating Administrations (OA).
The incumbent coordinates with the line of business and other DOT administrations in the development of modernizing IT systems, solutions, and strategies for application tools and development. Reviews and coordinates work requests for tasks assigned to supporting contract staff and ensures that deliverables meet customer requirements. Manages request priorities to ensure efficient and effective use of contractor resources.Serves as Contract Officer Representative (COR) of performance based and other types of contract vehicles for DOT investments. Evaluates and selects bids and proposals to ensure that proposed efforts are sound, balanced and responsive to DOT needs. Monitors contractor performance to ensure that work is properly directed, integrated, coordinated, controlled and timely. Develops management program plans, policies, and standards and provides input to the IT capital planning process. Coordinates acquisition process in the formative stages of acquisition strategies and requirements packages. Develops and provides guidance on all aspects of acquisitions and procurement packages, including, Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), Requests for Information (RFIs), analysis of compliance issues, cost estimations, cost strategies and project risks.
Develops and coordinates the acquisition, implementation, schedule, distribution, and support. Advises management of all pertinent information contained in contractual artifacts and deliverables that may impact cost, schedule or scope during the execution of the project including conflict of interest, and/or present staffing inconsistencies. Develops Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), and independent assessments of level of effort, required skillsets and labor categories/ rates, and direct and indirect costs.OST is looking for seasoned professional who is able to lead asset management efforts and/or contractors in an IT enterprise services organization. The ideal candidate is motivated, self-reliant, willing to learn and adapt to change, and is excited about working with experienced professionals that ensure the safety, efficiency, and integrity of the transportation industry.Please Note: This is an open continuous, not to exceed one-year, vacancy. We will review applications as needed and refer the top candidates for potential interviews during the open period of the announcement.You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel.
A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period (unless already completed).TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications.To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include:Experience providing direction, planning, policy standards and procedures to manage teams to execute application development projects using software development methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban and System Development Life Cycles (SDLC) throughout the full project lifecycle to include risk management, configuration management, scheduling, reporting, and performance measurements.Experience with leading and/or supervision of teams to administer to identify and lead IT modernization efforts using project management principles, processes, and guidelines within a department or agency to meet organizational requirements.Experience providing administrative and technical supervision in managing cost-models (based on aggregated business requirements) to monitor and establish project budgeting and forecasting in a technology organization.Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:Information Technology Program Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for the coordinated management of an IT program to include providing oversight of multiple IT projects, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables, and related activities (for example, benefits management, life cycle management, program governance).Project Management - Knowledge of the principles, methods or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.Leadership - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.All applicants must provide a resume created within USA Jobs Resume Builder, that shows relevant experience, education and support the required specialized experience. Formatted resumes can by uploaded later in the application process.Performance appraisals and/or Incentive award documentation may be submitted and forwarded to the selecting official in consideration of your application. To receive credit, submit a recent performance appraisal (dated within 18 months) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable (do not submit a performance plan) and/or incentive award documentation dated within the last 18 months (i.e. performance awards, special act or achievement awards, quality step increases, etc.).Your last DD214 (member 4 copy), Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, that shows the type of discharge and all dates of active duty is required to verify your eligibility.SF-50(s) that verify your highest competitive grade, full performance level, and eligibility as a federal applicant. DO NOT submit an award SF-50 as these often do not verify grade or eligibility.If requesting concurrent consideration for Non-competitive (NC) appointment eligibility, you must provide the appropriate SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY DOCUMENTS, such as PCS orders (military spouse) describing move & marriage certificate; letter from VA or DD214 describing 100% disability of spouse; letter from State Vocational Office certifying disability (schedule A), etc.If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency CTAP program (ICTAP), you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (meeting minimum requirements for position and scoring at least an 85) and provide all of the following documents:your most recent performance appraisal,the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, andyour most current