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Summary
The Assistant Circuit Executive for Information Technology (IT ACE) reports to the Circuit Executive. The IT ACE provides circuit-wide IT leadership, coordinates IT projects and activities for the Court of Appeals, and supervises 9 IT professionals. The position will be available on February 3, 2025.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
12/10/2024 to 01/31/2025
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Salary
$131,150 - $204,000 per year
Depending on qualifications.
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Pay scale & grade
CL 31 - 32
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent - At-Will
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
32 - CL-32, Full Performance Level
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Financial disclosure
<a href="https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/fair-and-transparent/financial-disclosure" target="_blank">No</a>
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
USCA-24-17
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Control number
823275000
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Open Until Filled. The first date for review of applications is December 27, 2024. Please note that a Security Clearance is not required when submitting applications. United States Citizens or persons eligible to work in the United States may apply to this posting.
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Duties
- Plan, direct, and manage all activities related to IT and IT security for the Court of Appeals. Communicate with judges and court staff on IT programs, initiatives, and emergencies.
- Consult with and provide guidance to judges, court executives, IT managers, and other court staff throughout the circuit regarding IT-related activities, policies, and procedures.
- Develop short- and long-term IT strategic plans and identify and implement standards for implementation.
- Initiate and manage special projects, collect and analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations for new programs, policies, and procedures.
- Serve as liaison between the circuit and national IT staff at the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.
- Represent the circuit in developing national and circuit-wide IT policies and programs. Represent the circuit in national initiatives, programs, and conferences. Assist in planning regional and national IT conferences.
- Serve as a resource to the circuit judge representative serving on the Judicial Conference's IT Committee.
- Develop the annual IT spending plan, manage the annual IT budget, and identify spending priorities.
- Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures related to IT property management guidelines including procurement, assignment, and disposal.
- Plan and coordinate IT support for oral arguments and special events such as investitures and portrait presentation ceremonies.
- Provide leadership to the IT staff through coaching, goal setting, and communication. Organize the team to ensure effective workload coverage and responsiveness to emergencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Employees of the federal judiciary are excepted service appointments. Appointments are "At-Will' and may be terminated with or without cause by the Court. The candidate selected for the position will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. The position is subject to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Direct deposit of pay is required.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; a comprehensive understanding of diverse IT technologies including IT security, network administration, programming, project management, end-user support, training, and courtroom technology; a positive, proactive, and creative approach to managing budgets and solving problems; and a demonstrated skill in leading, motivating, and working with a diverse workforce.
- Candidates must have at least 10 years of progressively responsible IT experience, including at least 5 years of substantial management and leadership experience, preferably in a court, legal, or similar setting. Experience working in federal or state courts or in the federal judiciary is preferred.
Education
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. An advanced degree or certification in IT-related fields is preferred.
Additional information
Federal benefits include paid annual and sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, flexible benefits program, long-term care, retirement benefits, and a tax-deferred savings plan. Additional information about benefits is available at https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits.
The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will also be evaluated based on their application and an interview.
Benefits
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.
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
Submit by email a cover letter and detailed resume. Email a single PDF attachment containing both documents to VacancyITACE@cadc.uscourts.gov with the vacancy announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. The position is open until filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is December 27, 2024.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit
333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
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Next steps
Interviews will begin immediately. Due to the large volume of applications, the court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
Submit by email a cover letter and detailed resume. Email a single PDF attachment containing both documents to VacancyITACE@cadc.uscourts.gov with the vacancy announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. The position is open until filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is December 27, 2024.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit
333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
US
Next steps
Interviews will begin immediately. Due to the large volume of applications, the court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Address
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US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit
333 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
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