Duties

EXECUTIVE DESIGNATION:

This is a position designated as an FHFA Executive by the Director as based on the incumbent's influence over and accountability for effectively accomplishing the FHFA mission. Following is a general description of the executive roles and responsibilities representative of FHFA executive positions, followed by a description of programs and functions managed, reporting structure, and the specific roles and responsibilities assigned specifically to this position.

EXECUTIVE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Serves as a key advisor to the Director with responsibility for participating in major decisions and general management of FHFA. Provides strategic and operational expertise to the Director and is responsible for participating in major decisions and general management of the agency.

Description of Organization(s)/Programs Managed and Reporting Structure: Serves as Chief Information Officer for FHFA. Acts as primary advisor to the Director and senior FHFA staff on all matters related to information technology oversight and is responsible for leading the analysis of technology requirements and managing the life cycle of technology at FHFA. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Office of Technology and Information Management (OTIM) staff through subordinate managers. Oversees technology planning, management, and investments consistent with Federal Acquisition Regulations, OMB Circular A-11, the E-Government Act, OPM and OMB regulation/circulars and/or the Clinger-Cohen Act.

Incumbent reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

Functional Roles and Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the design, development, and maintenance of FHFA's computer systems. Provides leadership and direction to staff to ensure the planning, direction, and coordination of major information technology projects. Manages systems to support modeling efforts and provides information management support for economic, financial, and policy research and analysis involving GSE data.

• Directs proactive customer service and support, ensuring that critical issues and trends are identified, tracked, and resolved. Establishes key performance indicators for the unit's primary services that anticipate potential customer impact based on acceptable control limits. Directs the development of reporting on the status of key services and customer issues. Establishes appropriate service level agreements with customer for core services. Ensures the efficient and effective operation of FHFA's production computing environment.

• Directs the development and operation of information technology and applications that support FHFA's regulatory responsibilities. Directs the annual review of all information systems to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, ensuring the review of all hardware and software, the adequacy of system documentation, the design and architecture of the systems and databases.

• Serves as expert in the planning aspect of technology acquisitions, which includes advising and making recommendations to the Director and other policymakers for the selection, replacement and upgrading of hardware and software. Recommends and develops new or revised technologies, methods and procedures to resolve complex FHFA business problems. Develops appropriate internal controls to ensure the security of data.

• Analyzes and monitors new technology to determine appropriateness for FHFA. Directs the creation and maintenance of a future-focused enterprise technology architecture that clearly links business needs to technology solutions and enables the review of how new technologies might improve FHFA mission efficiency and effectiveness.

• Leads the development of multi-year technology investment strategies, consistent with federal capital planning investment and control (CPIC) models to ensure technology investments are well planned. Collaborates with executives throughout the agency to ensure emerging business requirements are well understood, resource needs are anticipated in advance, and resources are available to execute on time.

• Directs the development and maintenance of IT disaster recovery plans for continuity of critical applications in the event of a disaster or emergency.

• Oversees the development of responses to information technology-related inquiries from external entities, including the OIG, Congress, OMB, GSA, GAO, and the GSEs.

• Directs the design, development, and maintenance of all technology related training within FHFA.

• Represents FHFA at technology-related meetings and conferences.

• Performs other responsibilities and assignments of a critical, urgent, and confidential nature as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:REQUIRED

  1. Your resume showing dates of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Responses to the questionnaire.
  
  3. If you are not a current permanent FHFA executive, your application must also indicate how you meet the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ's): You can submit a summary of 2 pages total of your experience as it relates to the below Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs). Or you may also apply for this position with your resume only as long as evidence of each ECQ is clearly reflected in your resume by name or number (not by inference). .
  
  Only current permanent FHFA executives are not required to submit or directly address the ECQ's
  
  ECQs:(1) Ability to deliver results; (2) Skill in building coalitions; (3) Ability to manage resources; (4) Ability to lead people; and (5) Ability to lead change. This summary may include professional and volunteer experience, education, training, and awards.

  5. Other supporting documents:

  • Cover Letter, optional
  • Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.) Required if you are applying based on this eligiblity.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/03/2023 to receive consideration.

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

  If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.

  Agency contact information

  Janice Obeido

  Phone

  (202) 649-3742

  Email

  janice.obeido@fhfa.gov

  Address

  FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
  400 7th Street, SW
  Washington, DC 20219
  US

  Next steps

  After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants will be reviewed based on Merit Promotion or US citizen described above. Applicants referred may be contacted for an interview. We anticipate making a final job offer for this position within 45 days after the deadline for applications. All candidates will be notified of the final disposition.
  
  Political appointment: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
  
  
  There is currently one vacancy available for this announcement. However, should additional vacancies become available within three months from the closing date of this announcement, eligible applicants for this position may be referred for consideration for the additional position(s).
  FHFA may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Federal Housing Finance Agency. FHFA benefits remain the same.
  

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens