DAF Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer

Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing the applicant has training, education and experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry-out the duties of the position. Candidates must exemplify the corporate perspective, leadership vision, broad experience and character needed in the SES corps not only to satisfy the immediate vacancy, but future vacancies which will occur in a variety of organizations, functions and locations.

A. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in an appropriate technical field or business management studies from an
accredited institution is desired.

B. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): (NTE 2 pages Total - PDF format) A supplemental statement must be submitted separately addressing each TQ. TQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants should focus on recent experience, education, and training, as some Recruitment Panel and Executive Resources Board members may consider experience that's over 10 years old to be outdated. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following:

1. Demonstrated experience and knowledge leading a large organization in effective data and artificial intelligence management and governance using collaborative, consensus building methods.

2. Demonstrated expertise and experience in technology leading and evaluating data management and artificial intelligence doctrine, policies, methods, practices, and processes to advance and operationalize data, promoting innovative strategies while managing risks across a large organization encompassing data science approaches, cloud computing, AI algorithm formulation and use, cyber security, privacy, confidentiality, data analytics, statistical methods, policy analysis, information quality standards set out in the Information Quality Act, record disclosure laws and policy, and the Paperwork Reduction Act is required.



C. OHTER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
1. The incumbent must possess professional and executive-level knowledge and experience in Enterprise Data Management and governance (including creation, application, and maintenance of data standards), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (ML) formulation, strategy, and direction, Joint and integrated information operations, and data assurance.
2. The incumbent must have a distinguished professional stature, marked by recognized technical and functional expertise in data management, protection, use, and dissemination, including with respect to any statistical and related techniques to protect and de-identify confidential data.
3. The position requires substantial and demonstrated knowledge and experience in briefing and interfacing with the highest levels of senior leadership.
4. The incumbent must possess knowledge of the processes used to evaluate, validate, and monitor enterprise data management and AI doctrine, organization, training, materiel, education and leadership, personnel, and facilities.
5. Strong business acumen and familiarity with data science approaches, cloud computing, AI algorithm formulation and use, cyber security, privacy, confidentiality, data analytics, statistical methods, policy analysis, information quality standards set out in the Information Quality Act, record disclosure laws and policy, and the Paperwork Reduction Act is required.

In addition, DoD requires an Enterprise Perspective. The individual must possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. A separate narrative statement is not required--this information should be embedded within the application package [Resume (not to exceed 5 pages) and Technical Qualifications (not to exceed a combined total of 2 pages)].

THIS IS A TIER 1 TARGET TIER 2 POSITION:

Veterans' Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES.

Relocation Authorized: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be offered.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin (FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities please click here. Subsequently, FTR Bulletin 20-04 issued by GSA, provides further information regarding NDAA FY2020, Public Law 116-92, and the expansion of eligibility beyond "transferred" for WTA/RITA allowances. For additional information, please click here.

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