Total 248 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Fort McNair, District of Columbia

Company: A government-backed financial institution

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Role Summary: Lead risk management, governance, and compliance initiatives across the organization. Oversee risk strategies, ensure sound governance, and support business sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Review business financing proposals, recommend risk mitigation, and advise on portfolio management.
• Risk Communication: Report risk analysis to management and the Board, providing insights for decision-making.
• Portfolio Oversight: Monitor loan portfolios, advise on reducing non-performing loans, and chair Watchlist meetings for at-risk accounts.
• Compliance & Market Evaluation: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, analyze market conditions, and assess impacts on business opportunities.
• Operational Risk: Manage operational risks, develop risk policies, and ensure updates are implemented.
• Shariah Compliance: Oversee policies to ensure Shariah compliance in business operations.
• Governance & Continuity: Lead business continuity planning and ensure proper governance and risk monitoring.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Islamic Finance, or equivalent.
• CeIO (Certified Integrity Officer) certification from Malaysia Anti-Corruption Academy (MACA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in risk management, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Strong background in business credit and portfolio risk management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a proven track record in risk management and governance.

• Competitive package.

公司：政府支持的金融機構

地點: 吉隆坡

角色摘要：領導整個組織的風險管理、治理和合規計畫。監督風險策略，確保健全的治理，並支持業務永續發展。

主要職責：

• 風險評估與緩解：審查企業融資提案，建議風險緩解，並就投資組合管理提供建議。
• 風險溝通：向管理階層和董事會報告風險分析，為決策提供見解。
• 投資組合監督：監控貸款組合，就減少不良貸款提出建議，並主持風險帳戶的觀察名單會議。
• 合規與市場評估：確保遵守監管標準、分析市場狀況並評估對商業機會的影響。
• 操作風險：管理操作風險，制定風險政策，並確保實施更新。
• 伊斯蘭教法合規性：監督政策以確保業務運作中遵守伊斯蘭教法。
• 治理與連續性：領導業務連續性規劃並確保適當的治理和風險監控。

要求：

• 工商管理、金融、會計、經濟學、伊斯蘭金融或同等學歷學士學位。
• 由馬來西亞反腐敗學院 (MACA) 的 CeIO（認證誠信官）認證者優先。
• 至少 15 年風險管理經驗，最好是在銀行或金融服務領域。
• 擁有深厚的商業信用和投資組合風險管理背景。
• 具有豐富的領導經驗，在風險管理和治理方面擁有良好的業績記錄。

• 有競爭力的套餐。

Job Title: Chief Risk Integrity & Governance Officer

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Reports To: Board of Directors / CEO

Job Description:

As the Chief Risk Integrity & Governance Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and developing strategies that mitigate risks across the organization while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks. You will drive risk management, operational governance, and integrity initiatives, ensuring business continuity and aligning the company with long-term sustainability and growth objectives. Your primary role will include analyzing risk in financing proposals, monitoring risk portfolios, and ensuring sound governance across all operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Risk Analysis & Assessment:
   • Review risk analysis and assessments conducted by team members for business financing proposals.
   • Provide recommendations to mitigate key risks highlighted in each financing/loan proposal.
2. Risk Communication & Decision Support:
   • Evaluate the impact of identified risks from financing structures and report findings to management and, if necessary, the Board.
   • Support management and the Board in decision-making by offering insights into risk mitigation strategies.
3. Loan Portfolio Management:
   • Monitor and develop strategies for managing the financing/loan portfolio.
   • Advise management and the Board on mitigating future risks to reduce non-performing loans, providing insights on current exposures and outstanding financing.
4. Watchlist Review & Intervention:
   • Chair the Watchlist meeting to assess accounts with early warning stress signals and recommend corrective actions.
5. Risk Assessment Methodology:
   • Develop risk assessment and credit evaluation methodologies to align with company objectives.
6. Post-Approval Reviews:
   • Oversee post-approval credit reviews (PACR), post-disbursement reviews (PDR), and postmortem reviews (PMR) to ensure accurate reporting and analysis before approval presentations.
7. Compliance Strategy:
   • Develop and implement strategies to ensure all compliance requirements are met across the organization.
8. Market Condition Analysis:
   • Evaluate domestic and global market conditions and their impact on business opportunities, cautioning management on potential risks.
9. Asset and Liability Management:
   • Provide opinions on the company’s asset and liability management and liquidity positions, recommending improvements to management.
10. Operational Efficiency & Team Leadership:
    • Provide continuous motivation and development for employees to maintain a high-performance culture.
    • Inculcate a positive work attitude and develop future talent.
11. Operational Risk Management:
    • Analyze operational risk issues, develop policies and procedures, and ensure updates are tracked and implemented promptly.
12. Risk Monitoring & Reporting:
    • Monitor key risk indicators, following up with department heads to mitigate risks related to people, processes, systems, or external factors.
    • Submit risk reports with recommendations to the Risk Management Committee and Board on a quarterly basis.
13. Shariah Compliance & Review:
    • Review policies to ensure internal Shariah control, ensuring compliance across business operations.
    • Ensure all activities align with Shariah laws and prevent non-compliance.
14. Policy & Procedure Review:
    • Evaluate and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on management or regulatory changes.
15. Business Continuity Planning:
    • Develop and lead a business continuity plan, assessing potential catastrophes and minimizing downtime.
    • Prepare recovery plans to ensure business continuity in the event of major incidents.
16. Division Planning & Governance:
    • Prepare the annual business plan for the risk management division.
    • Develop and monitor the integrity and governance plan in alignment with authority requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Islamic Finance, or equivalent.
• CeIO (Certified Integrity Officer) certification from Malaysia Anti-Corruption Academy (MACA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in risk management, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Strong background in business credit and portfolio risk management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a proven track record in risk management and governance.

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Executes decision-making authorities and establishes vision and direction for the Agency's cyber and cyber-related resources and/or operations.
• Bolsters cybersecurity by ensuring the Agency is increasing the safety and security of SBA services, and implementing the requirements contained in the Executive Order on Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity, as well as the Federal Zero Trust Strategy.
• Leads development, planning, coordination, administration, management, staffing and supervision of the information security and privacy operations related to SBA-wide IT security and privacy programs.
• Leads the effort to maximize the integration between FISMA reporting and certification and accreditation to ensure increased continuous monitoring and remediation of IT systems' threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assure information systems and associated facility provides a level of security that is commensurate with the risk and magnitude of the harm that could result from the loss, misuse, disclosure, or modification of the information contained in the system.
• Advance cybersecurity by overseeing and supporting Agency implementation of Zero Trust plans and execute the Executive Order on Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity.
• Facilitate information security risk assessment and risk management processes.

• You will serve as Navy’s focal point for science and technology, development, acquisition (design, construction, classified systems, modernization and transition) and in-service support of attack submarines and related undersea systems.
• You will be lead three program offices: the Virginia Class (VCS), Attack Submarine new construction program, the SSN(X) new attack submarine program office and Advanced Submarine System Development and Submarine Stealth Integration Program Office.
• You will lead the Team Submarine Corporate Staff including to ensure effective operations execution of administrative, facilities, workforce, strategic operations, financial management, congressional and public affairs and Information Technology.
• You will be responsible for the administrative, technical, personnel and program management of attack submarines in development and new construction and science and technology efforts, test range maintenance and international project arrangements.
• You will ensure availability of required program personnel, funding, and facilities; ensures the adequacy and effectiveness of the budgeting, tasking, procurement, funding processes, and financial obligations in order to meet program objectives.
• You will be designated a Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) / Fly by Wire (FBW) System Certification Authority for new construction fast attack submarines.
• You will develop and maintain policies and procedures to support and/or sustain ship certification.
• You will plan, manage and integrate engineering and manufacturing development, test, procurement, installation and delivery for submarine systems development, VCS new construction nuclear submarines and SSN(X) new attack submarine development.

As a Deputy Assistant National Cyber Director for Strategic Risk, GS-0301-15, your typical work assignments may include the following:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the development and implementation of overarching national cybersecurity policy, including matters focused on improving operational cybersecurity outcomes and stemming campaigns from malicious actors through organizational or geopolitical measures; mitigating system-wide cyber risk, including by harmonization of cybersecurity requirements, broad-based regulation, insurance, and imposing or limiting liability; and ONCD's international policy work, including with respect to the development of norms of responsible state behavior in cyberspace.
• Leads, coordinates, and participates in special interagency studies, analyses, and policy papers on cybersecurity strategy and other related policy matters of immediate concern to senior ONCD officials.
• Oversees a team that maintains oversight and assesses effectiveness of department and agency policies that relate to national cybersecurity.
• Performs a full range of first-level supervisory responsibilities.

As a Deputy Assistant National Cyber Director for Strategic Risk, GS-0301-15, your typical work assignments may include the following:

• Plans, directs, and coordinates the development and implementation of overarching national cybersecurity policy, including matters focused on improving operational cybersecurity outcomes and stemming campaigns from malicious actors through organizational or geopolitical measures; mitigating system-wide cyber risk, including by harmonization of cybersecurity requirements, broad-based regulation, insurance, and imposing or limiting liability; and ONCD's international policy work, including with respect to the development of norms of responsible state behavior in cyberspace.
• Leads, coordinates, and participates in special interagency studies, analyses, and policy papers on cybersecurity strategy and other related policy matters of immediate concern to senior ONCD officials.
• Oversees a team that maintains oversight and assesses effectiveness of department and agency policies that relate to national cybersecurity.
• Performs a full range of first-level supervisory responsibilities.

• You will encompass the full scope (authority and responsibility) of administrative, technical, personnel and program management of strategic submarines in development, new construction and science and maintenance/modernization.
• You will be held accountable for all matters pertaining to the cost, schedule, and performance of assigned programs and ensure availability of required program personnel, funding, and facilities.
• You will ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of the budgeting, tasking, procurement, funding processes, and financial obligations in order to meet program objectives.
• You will be designated a Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) System Certification Authority for new construction and in service submarines, and develop and maintain policies and procedures to support and/or sustain ship certification.
• You will establish metrics to assess program performance and take action to ensure necessary elements for successful planning and execution are in place.
• You will provide continuity of long-term planning, management, and supervision of civilian personnel.
• You will ensure that all program requirements are properly addressed relative to polices, objectives, performance and support requirements and threat projections.
• You will function as a Source Selection Authority on major procurements, ensuring that DoD/DON policies on competition and contractor performance are implemented.
• You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing assigned PEO SSBN personnel and acquisition resources and activities in pursuit of assigned goals and objectives.

• Continually monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of all programs and functions under the Human Resources Organization (HRO)'s scope of responsibility with a view toward efficient accomplishment of objectives; avoidance of duplication of efforts; maximum utilization of funds and personnel; and successful interaction with related agencies and programs or operations of other organizational elements of the FDIC.
• Consolidates and defends formal budget program requests; provides justifications for major program changes; develops policy and revises activities; assures correct policy and regulatory interpretations on the part of subordinate managers; and ensures the smooth functioning and coordination of all programs under incumbent’s authority.
• Establishes and maintains continuing liaison with counterparts in other organizational elements of the FDIC, officials of other regulatory agencies, representatives of various institutions and private industry. Through this liaison, the incumbent articulates FDIC policies and procedures and gains the continued cooperation and support of top policy-making officials within and outside the FDIC.
• Serves as senior advisor to the CHCO and assists the CHCO in providing leadership and direction across the organization by exercising supervisory personnel management authority, through subordinate Assistant Directors, supervisors, other staff. Ensures that all HRO programs and operations are administered effectively and in accordance with broadly stated objectives and priorities.
• Supports the CHCO in the planning, development, implementation, and overall direction of comprehensive Corporate Human Resources (HR) programs and policies. Assists the CHCO in overseeing and managing the broad, day-to-day operations of the HRO, and in maintaining the timely flow of work products, information, and services in and out of HR.
• Helps maintain effective communications and coordination of operational matters with and between Human Resources Organization (HRO) Assistant Directors and subordinate HR managers. Helps ensure the consistent and proper interpretation and application of Federal and Corporate HR policies and procedures by HR managers and staff across the Corporation. Serves along with the CHCO as a consultant and advisor to senior leadership at the FDIC, including the Deputy to the Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, Board Members, and client Division/Office managers on the Corporation’s HR programs and policies.
• Supports the CHCO in establishing HRO goals, objectives, and priorities. Assists in reviewing and analyzing new Federal and Corporate mandates, initiatives, policies, and requirements pertaining to HR and determining how best to implement them. Assists in determining staff, budget, and logistical resources needed to accomplish goals and objectives, and in presenting and justifying resource requests through the appropriate chain of approval.
• Provides supervision of office staff. Supervision activities may include: planning, setting priorities and preparing schedules for completion of work; giving advice, counsel or instruction to individual employees on both work and administrative matters; identifying training needs or providing training to subordinate staff; interviewing for vacancies, making selections, initiating formal requests for promotion and other status changes; approving and disapproving leave requests; preparing performance appraisals, establishing performance standards and evaluating employee performance; making recommendations for recognition of outstanding performance of assigned personnel; effecting minor disciplinary actions such as warnings and reprimands, and when necessary recommending specific disciplinary action involving serious offenses; receiving informal and formal complaints from subordinates and resolving those that can be resolved within delegated authority; working with the Division of Administration, Human Resources Organization to ensure that all contractual or statutory obligations to labor organizations are met.
• Prepares and directs the preparation of memoranda, reports, briefings, presentations, and other issuances. Initiates and completes confidential assignments of an exploratory or controversial nature. Serves as CHCO in the absence of the incumbent.
• Develops Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), employee development, employee performance, and other personnel plans, processes, programs, and metrics in compliance with Corporate policy, legal requirements, and the mission of the Division; leads efforts to mature the organization and management of work within area of responsibility; leads diverse groups of employees to: direct work, review outcomes/effectiveness, develop and assess subordinate managers, and promote inclusion.

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Program Management duties include but are not limited to:

• Serves under the direction of the N95 Program Director and may act for the N95 Program Director in all matters within existing policy. Represents the N95 Program Director when conducting visits to CNIC N95 operational activities and in discussion of operational matters with responsible officials. Advises the N95 Program Director on significant operational plans, programs, opportunities and problems.
• Directs and manages day-to-day N95 operational activities and performance through subordinate HQ personnel. Owns the operational performance of the division including meeting N95 leadership's approved strategic and annual plans.
• Serves as an Action Officer on taskers and leads and/or is part of multidisciplinary or cross-functional teams to develop and execute N95 plans/events and resolve complex, multi-faceted operational issues. Ensures CS reporting, data calls and briefings, and consolidated responses are executed timely.
• Serves as a senior analyst for N95. Provides oversight and coordination with CS program managers to ensure program policy and guidance effectively supports CS operations and meets DoD and DON requirements. Leads the identification, development, and coordination of new policies and procedures to support CS operations, mission, and supported population.
• Executes N95 leadership's overall direction and guidance for the development, acquisition, evaluation, improvement, and sustainment of CS programs and initiatives for the Department of the Navy (DON). Coordinates, integrates, leads, and directly controls the day-to-day efforts associated with CS programs. Analyzes situations, identifies problems, probes causes, and selects courses of action for administrative, technical, and professional staff to pursue.
• Oversees the development, management, and distribution of the CS program budget, comprised of Operations & Maintenance Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) funding sources. Approves and articulates programmatic and fiscal goals and objectives, advises N95 leadership on the best solution for managing budget requirements. Oversees the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process for the CS program. Interfaces and defends program requirements at various OSD, Joint-Service, DON, and OPNAV forums.
• Develops implementation plans for new ideas, procedures, processes, methods, or approaches for short and long-range management operations. Ensures alignment of policy, compliance, and implementation, and training across all CS programs.
• Establishes and maintains contacts with key officials and senior staff personnel in Navy commands (e.g., OPNAV, Bureau of Naval Personnel, Navy Comptroller, Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), Regional Commands), as well as other Services, DoD, Congressional staffs, and private industry to monitor new policies, determine Navy compliance with new programs, and identify trends. Develops strategies for improving and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Communicates change management plans to teams and key stakeholders to ensure understanding and buy-in. Advises leadership, teams, and stakeholders on handling organizational change.

• Directs work to be accomplished by a staff of military and civilians (NAF and APF): from the many functional areas within the CS program and acts as a rating official. Provides second level supervision for up to 40 military, NAF and APF employees;
• Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities;
• Conducts annual performance reviews of staff including providing input on military personnel Fitness Reports;
• Participates in organization staffing decisions;
• Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions;
• Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary; and
• Fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal and ensures equitable treatment of all staff.
• Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; ensures all subordinate staff understand and adhere to the policy; and ensures treatment of all staff is fair and equitable.

The Chief, Strategic Communications (CSC), is tasked with developing, implementing, and monitoring, a comprehensive strategic communications program designed to inform and educate general and specialized groups about the vision, mission, functions, programs, and services offered by the Perry Center. CSC oversees the content and format of WJPC's strategic communications efforts to ensure conformance with established mission and strategic goals. Incumbent oversees the management of all strategic communications activities to ensure both quality and content in developing the organization's guidelines. CSC provides leadership for internal and external projects to meet WJPC's communications needs. Prepares and presents briefings on organizational mission and strategic initiatives through meetings and training sessions. Serves as the primary Perry Center spokesperson and is the first point of contact for the outside media and other DoD and government agencies' Public Affairs and Congressional Offices. The CSC travels as part of the Perry Center team to WJPC events or activities in CONUS and abroad.

The CSC advises the Associate Director for Outreach and Communications, the Chief of Staff, and the Director on all current strategic communications program initiatives and objectives designed to meet the goals established in the Perry Center's strategic plan. Participates in Department of Defense and Inter-Agency conferences concerning long-range planning efforts and strategic communications matters. The CSC collaborates with senior leadership to ensure the organization's strategic and business goals are linked to current performance standards and evaluations of key WJPC programs. Analyzes conflicting views and seeks resolution by presenting sound recommendations, giving equal consideration to various points of view. Incumbent serves as the responsible party, consultant, and advisor for any issues or implications resulting from any strategic communications effort that could impact the organization. As the authority, the incumbent reviews changes to federal PAO/communications policy, procedures, schedules, and other related information, provides input and makes recommendations on behalf of WJPC through appropriate channels for consideration and/or adoption.

CSC provides continual analysis concerning ongoing initiatives to identify areas for improvement and makes recommendations for adjustment in both short- and long-range communications planning and programs. Incumbent advises senior leaders on metrics development, feedback process management, customer focus, and strategic performance indicators. Incumbent works to develop new ways of gathering meaningful input to develop more effective communications strategies and improve understanding of the agency's mission, activities, available products, services, achievements, and accomplishments. Facilitates those processes and assists the Associate Director of Outreach and Communications, the Chief of Staff, and the Director in evaluating the results of that feedback related to Perry Center operations and develops a plan to change, improve, or enhance current efforts. The CSC is also sensitive to balancing security concerns with what information should and should not be publicly available.

The CSC leads and/or participates in executive leadership teams and ad hoc committees or coordinates with other organizations providing public affairs and media program support to conceive, design, and implement communications campaigns, strategic communications programs, publications, and other media activities. Orchestrates or performs communications activities in English and Spanish to include but are not limited to speeches, briefings, and presentations delivered by the Director to wide and varied audiences, but also written material, publications, brochures, and electronic information in various forums or social media platforms. As the leader of public information dissemination for the Perry Center, responds to information inquiries from stakeholders, foreign governments, or the general public, routing questions to appropriate staff and ensuring suitable responses are provided according to the requestor in a timely manner. As required, prepare and deliver lectures in Spanish and/or English for Perry Center programs in strategic communications and media relations. Instruction and assistance contribute to the student's capacity to contribute to the defense and security sectors. Coordinates pre-publication security review of material with appropriate authorities as well as the development of internal strategic communication products. This role includes supervising a Public Affairs Specialist to create graphics and multimedia products and designing, developing, and promulgating quality products to be incorporated into the agency website and utilized in other initiatives, publications, or advertising campaigns.

Performs other duties as assigned.

As a Program Manager (ESD Director) at the GS-0340-15, some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Providing expert knowledge of program management, support function policy and strategy concepts, best practices, processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Coordinating strategic planning for ODR&R, supporting the development of the Office's vision, coordinating performance management, and ensuring successful achievement of ODR&R's goals.
• Developing and implementing strategies or alternative procedures and identifying new technologies to improve the effectiveness of work methods and procedures, utilization of manpower, use of equipment, organizational structure, distribution of work assignment, and addressing a fluctuating workload by obtaining feedback from a variety of sources.
• Keeping the Deputy Associate Administrator (DAA) informed of progress and potentially controversial matters.

• This is a Permanent appointment in the Competitive service with a full-time work schedule.
• If required to travel to a disaster site, you may encounter hazardous working and/or living conditions, for example, no water or electricity and/or minimal lodging facilities.
• By applying for this position with SBA's Executive Support Division, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 180 days from the closing date.
• This is not a bargaining unit position.

Career Showcase

Chief, Asian Division Thursday, December 5, 2024

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The Chief serves as the Library's principal representative in matters dealing with the countries, languages and regions covered by the division. This includes the provision of services related to collections of the relevant countries of origin, the related American Diasporas, and engagement with East, South and Southeast Asia studies broadly. With guidance from the director, and in keeping with overall Library strategy and objectives, the Chief formulates the division’s vision, establishes the mission and goals, determines objectives, manages resources, and evaluates the overall performance of the division.   

The Chief has primary responsibility for building the collections of the de facto national library as it pertains to the growth and direction of the Library's Asian Division collections, facilitating research and reference service onsite and virtually, and coordinating library outreach and engagement with a large and diverse array of users and communities. 

The Chief is responsible for effectively communicating and cooperating with stakeholders across the Library, and with external organizations. 

Operationally, the Chief is responsible for governance and compliance within the division, setting policies for, administering, and supervising division staff, programs, services, and activities, and ensuring the overall administrative and operational effectiveness of the division, in keeping with established policies, procedures, and timelines. 

The Chief has responsibility for oversight and administration of all aspects of the division’s organization, services, and programs. Incorporates inclusive and equitable policies and processes to ensure diversity and accessibility in all collections development, research service, and outreach and engagement efforts.  Establishes and maintains an assessment approach to ensure the division evaluates its effectiveness and strives for continuous improvement. 

The Chief sets and implements a collection development strategy that ensures a diverse, balanced, and sustainable portfolio via the division’s East Asia Section and South, Southeast, Tibetan, and Mongolian Section. Ensures appropriate collections storage and management via the Collection Services Section. Supports the Library’s mandate to have collections that are inclusive and representative of a diversity of creators and ideas and ensures the acquisition of material of underrepresented perspectives and voices.

Supervises a group of employees performing work up to the GS-14 level. Provides administrative and technical supervision relative to the staff supervised. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets, and adjusts short-term and long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Observes workers’ performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. 

The Chief establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various high-level officials, including Members of Congress and their staff, other legislative and executive agencies, donors, and distinguished members of the public, to advance the mission of the Division and the mission and goals of the Library.

Establishes and maintains close and cooperative working relationships with Library officials, other government agencies, and academic and cultural institutions with related interests in the subject areas of the Division. Communicates with service units and directorate management teams on the status of various work activities, programs, and projects.

The Information Technology Specialist (IT)/Associate Director of Infrastructure Operations (IO) will support the Director of IO by providing the expertise and skillset to:

• Define technical requirements for network and server infrastructure, including network management platforms, cloud computing solutions, cloud communications and collaboration systems, physical and virtual appliances, cloud storage, and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software.
• Oversee the coordination of network operations, server maintenance, and infrastructure support to ensure efficient operations and timely resolution of issues.
• Assist in the oversight of contractor teams responsible for server and storage resources, network and telephone systems, communications support, disaster recovery, and infrastructure services delivery.
• Develop project plans and budgets for network initiatives, determining scope, methods, and resource requirements. Coordinate actions for the implementation of new technologies.
• Provide oversight of the IO branch's role in a robust Cybersecurity program. Oversees the development and comprehensive review of policies, procedures, and desk guides, ensuring strict compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates (e.g., NIST, OPM, CISA).
• Oversee the collection of audit-related information from those responsible within the IO branch.
• Administer IT-related contracts, including overseeing contractor performance to ensure services meet MCC's requirements. Work with vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and resolution of technical issues. Align contracts and contractor technical directions with Division, Department, and Agency goals.
• Foster relationships with internal teams, external agencies, and contractors to ensure efficient service delivery. Represent the organization in professional, governmental, and industry forums related to telecommunications and IT.
• Identify advanced system concepts to modernize the network infrastructure. Develop techniques to improve operations and maintenance, optimizing both material and manpower resources.
• Prepare technical specifications and acquisition documentation for IT resources and services, working with the acquisition manager to meet technical requirements.
• Collaborate with system developers to analyze, specify, and define interface requirements for automated information systems (AIS) within the network architecture. Help review operational needs, system specifications, and installation requirements, identifying deficiencies and proposing solutions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational objectives.

The Associate Director of Infrastructure Operations (IO) will support the Director of IO by providing the expertise and skillset to:

• Define technical requirements for network and server infrastructure, including network management platforms, cloud computing solutions, cloud communications and collaboration systems, physical and virtual appliances, cloud storage, and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software.
• Oversee the coordination of network operations, server maintenance, and infrastructure support to ensure efficient operations and timely resolution of issues.
• Assist in the oversight of contractor teams responsible for server and storage resources, network and telephone systems, communications support, disaster recovery, and infrastructure services delivery.
• Develop project plans and budgets for network initiatives, determining scope, methods, and resource requirements. Coordinate actions for the implementation of new technologies.
• Provide oversight of the IO branch's role in a robust Cybersecurity program. Oversees the development and comprehensive review of policies, procedures, and desk guides, ensuring strict compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates (e.g., NIST, OPM, CISA).
• Oversee the collection of audit-related information from those responsible within the IO branch.
• Administer IT-related contracts, including overseeing contractor performance to ensure services meet MCC's requirements. Work with vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and resolution of technical issues. Align contracts and contractor technical directions with Division, Department, and Agency goals.
• Foster relationships with internal teams, external agencies, and contractors to ensure efficient service delivery. Represent the organization in professional, governmental, and industry forums related to telecommunications and IT.
• Identify advanced system concepts to modernize the network infrastructure. Develop techniques to improve operations and maintenance, optimizing both material and manpower resources.
• Prepare technical specifications and acquisition documentation for IT resources and services, working with the acquisition manager to meet technical requirements.
• Collaborate with system developers to analyze, specify, and define interface requirements for automated information systems (AIS) within the network architecture. Help review operational needs, system specifications, and installation requirements, identifying deficiencies and proposing solutions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational objectives.