IT Specialist (AI)

Summary

This position is in the Office of Finance and Administration, Office of the Chief Information Officer, IT Engagement and Strategy Division, Enterprise Design Section. About this organization: OFA This is an office-centered position--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected).

Duties

You will: Serve as the agency senior technical authority for establishing and advancing an enterprise-wide artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, ensuring alignment with mission objectives, statutory obligations, and evolving federal requirements. Guide the agency in designing and implementing sophisticated AI solutions by steering technical teams in the creation, engineering, and deployment of advanced analytical models and automation capabilities that enhance mission and enterprise operations. Lead collaborative, cross-disciplinary efforts to ensure the agency's AI systems are designed, deployed, and managed responsibly throughout their full operational lifecycle. One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.

Qualifications

You must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for the GS-15 level, you must meet the minimum proficiency level for each of the following required competencies: Attention to Detail (Level 4 - Advanced) Customer Service (Level 4 - Advanced) Decision Making (Level 3 - Intermediate) Information Management (Level 4 - Advanced) Interpersonal Skills (Level 4 - Advanced) Oral Communication (Level 3 - Intermediate) Problem Solving (Level 4 - Advanced) Teamwork (Level 4 - Advanced) Technical Competence (Level 4 - Advanced) In addition, you must have the equivalent of 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level defined as leading cross functional technical teams in the development and implementation of AI architectures, standards, and technical roadmaps; establishing and managing AI governance and risk management practices; and aligning AI solutions with enterprise data, cybersecurity, and modernization strategies. You will need the following competencies in order to perform the duties of this position successfully: Strategic Thinking Problem Solving Risk Management Creativity and Innovation Technology Management Information Technology Architecture* Oral Communication Written Communication Data Literacy and Analysis* Technical Competence* *You will be evaluated on these critical competencies. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. *If you have part-time work experience, read this: Part-Time Experience.

Requirements

#LI-Onsite You must be a U.S. citizen. If you are selected, you may be required to complete a one-year probationary period. This position is designated as High Risk and requires a background investigation. Unless an appropriate background investigation is already on record with the Office of Personnel Management, you must undergo a background investigation. All conditions of the pre-employment security process must be met before an official letter of employment can be issued with a report for duty date. REAL ID requirements became effective on 05/07/25. If you are selected for this position and plan to use your driver's license or identification card during the onboarding process (i.e., for employment eligibility verification or to obtain your EPA identification card), the document must be a REAL ID-compliant state-issued driver's license or identification card that includes the REAL ID-compliant star marking, or must be an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL). You will receive information about alternative acceptable documents (e.g., passport) prior to onboarding. For more information about REAL ID, see Dept. of Homeland Security and REAL ID FAQs. If you are selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure form within 30 days of your first day of employment and annually thereafter.