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The incumbent will join the leadership team of the EAC, directed by the Executive Director. Commissioners identify the general direction of EAC programs.
Learn more about this agency02/17/2021 to 03/18/2021
$103,690 - $130,698 per year
AD 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - 35%.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
13 - AD-13; GS-13 equivalent with promotional potential.
Yes
No
EAC-11038131-21-CB
592586400
Applicants must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
The incumbent develops the Certification Division Strategic Plan outlining the goals and objective measurement criteria for the Division's success on an annual basis, at minimum. Most work is determined by EAC policy but there are areas where specific guidelines do not exist. In these cases, the incumbent develops work plans and receives approval of such plans from agency leadership. Work is largely independent with assignments being self-generated using experienced judgment. The incumbent initiates action to resolve most problems that arise. Contact with agency leadership is made as policy issues arise. Work is reviewed upon completion for consistency with policy and practices and for meeting objectives. When appropriate, the incumbent works through others, such as contractors, to develop work products.
Major Duties
Develops EAC policy, quality management system, and standard operating procedures for the
VST&C program and Division. Works with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), regarding laboratory accreditation for laboratories seeking accreditation to test voting systems under the EAC program. Under HAVA, NVLAP does the initial laboratory assessment and makes recommendation to the EAC, through the Director of NIST on the accreditation of candidate laboratories. Manages Division personnel (i.e., current FTE, technical reviewers and new hires).
Establishes, implements, and evaluates budget, working jointly with the EAC's leadership and Executive Director to establish priorities for the VST&C Division.
Manages voting system testing and certification efforts, including supervising contract staff, technical reviewers, and consultants. Oversees testing of voting systems developed by registered manufacturers to determine whether the systems provide required basic functionality, accessibility, and security capabilities.
Serves as EAC lead/co-lead on critical infrastructure issues.
Develops blogs, white papers and other informational material for stakeholders on election technology and cybersecurity.
Serves as EAC lead for development efforts on Voluntary Voting System Guidelines and development of requirements for testing at the laboratories.
Serves as the lead auditor on voting system test laboratory audits.
Leads the Election Official IT Training Program.
Represents the EAC and VST&C Program at stakeholder meetings and conferences.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Candidates must meet all qualifications prior to the closing date of this announcement.
Candidates must be a US Citizen.
This position is subject to a (1) year probationary period.
Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field is preferred.
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned. Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Ability to understand, interpret and utilize industry standards, and apply them to election technologies. General understanding of industry standards for cybersecurity, accessibility, and usability.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the EAC mission, goals and objectives, programs, and functions to identify significant testing and certification issues. Related knowledge of Federal and State election laws and procedures.
Knowledge of information gathering and analysis techniques to gather, analyze, summarize, and report on voting system related data.
Ability to recommend and enhance technical policy relating to voting system standards.
Strong technical background in both systems and cyber security.
Ability to conduct and oversee complex studies or reviews.
Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying analytical methodologies and practices as it pertains to existing, new, and emerging voting systems.
Skill in legal and technical writing that addresses the complexities of the voting system testing and certification environment.
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume;
2. Three professional references;
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/592586400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Learn more about
The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration. Four commissioners, appointed by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, are responsible for setting policy and assuring the mission of the EAC is carried out.
The purpose of EAC's national voting system certification program is to independently verify that voting systems applying to the EAC program comply with the functional capabilities, accessibility, and security requirements necessary to ensure the integrity and reliability of the voting system, as established in the Voluntary Voting System Guidelines. The incumbent of this position is a first line supervisor. Major duties and responsibilities include directing efforts toward accrediting independent test laboratories, testing and certifying voting systems, maintaining technical standards, and oversight of guidelines.
This position is exempt from overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
