Executive Director Portfolio Management for Health

Summary

The Executive Director (ED), Portfolio Management for Health, provides executive-level leadership and oversight for complex information technology software development programs supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role directs large-scale application development, including the design and implementation of service-oriented architectures and other advanced technical solutions that address customer requirements.

Duties

The Executive Director (ED), Portfolio Management (PM) position is located in the Office of Information Technology (OIT), Product Delivery Service (PDS), and is responsible to the ED PDS and reports to the Deputy CIO for PDS. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to - Development or purchase of cross-cutting applications and upgrades to existing applications; if purchase, includes the direction and oversight of the strategic acquisition process - Responsible for large and complex software applications and other technology components; - Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into quality application software; - Leads and directs new application systems projects using a consistent Software Development Life-cycle which leverages DevSecOps, Zero Trust, and Product Line Management (PLM principles; and coordinates with business sponsors throughout development and acceptance testing. - Provides technical direction in the conceptual analysis, design, development deployment, maintenance, and enhancement of large-scale, advanced technology applications projects. - Management of staffing, budgeting, development, design, security and integration of multi-site software application development operations; develop cost effective alternatives for application delivery for all enterprise software systems applications; provide ongoing staff professional training and development and strategic use of outside partners, including other government and commercial entities..

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ), and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1: Demonstrated ability to lead a large organization of portfolio and product managers by establishing and running the portfolio and product management system - governance, lifecycle discipline, modern software development practices, total cost of ownership, and technical debt/obsolescence reduction - while exercising fiscal accountability for a large budget measured against performance. TQ2: Demonstrated executive-level experience serving as the principal delivery leader for a portfolio of IT products and services in a health domain - including large clinical multi-instance health systems, electronic health record modernization programs, and/or supply chain modernization initiatives - synthesizing complex requirements, competing goals, and emergent problems into a coherent, prioritized agenda, and leading large, diverse teams (multiple vendors, government/contractor blends, geographically distributed, and multiple technical domains) to results. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. Sub-Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government: Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the American system of government, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, separation of powers, federalism, and the historical development of the American Nation. Commitment to the Rule of Law: Upholds the principles of the American Founding, including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently. Civic-Mindedness: Stays up-to-date on important developments in American government and aligns organizational objectives and practices with presidential and public interests. Demonstrates a commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Sub-Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility: Strategically manages, allocates and monitors financial resources. Aligns priorities and initiatives to justify budget proposals. Monitors expenditures, cuts unnecessary costs, and uses cost-benefit analysis to set priorities. Managing Resources: Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals, skills, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Leveraging Technology: Explores emerging technology and potential applications. Incorporates technology to enhance efficiency and achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Sub-Competencies: Technical Skill: Possesses the requisite technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to consistently produce timely, high-quality work. Is considered a strong contributor in his or her domain. Problem Solving: Engages in critical and data-driven thinking when diagnosing root causes and evaluating options. Identifies and promptly addresses the most pressing, high-priority problems. Agility and Resilience: Anticipates and adapts to change, new ideas, new information, and new conditions. Is committed to continuous improvement. Deals effectively with pressure and remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. Sub-Competencies: Accountability: Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, trained, and retained. Takes swift action to address performance- or conduct-based deficiencies in employees supervised. Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Developing Others: Recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement in others. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Cultivates a dynamic environment in which employ