The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) will be a key leader in the development of the enterprise vision for the use, adoption, and safeguarding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for both customer-facing, government-wide usage and within the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). They will also have an enterprise coordination and alignment role to ensure the safe, secure, trustworthy development and use of AI across the OPM and in externally facing applications.
Summary
The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) will be a key leader in the development of the enterprise vision for the use, adoption, and safeguarding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for both customer-facing, government-wide usage and within the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). They will also have an enterprise coordination and alignment role to ensure the safe, secure, trustworthy development and use of AI across the OPM and in externally facing applications.
This position is being advertised under delegated examining procedures and is open to all U.S. Citizens. Preference for eligible veterans will be applied.
As the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, you will be part of Human Capital Data Management and Modernization. If selected, you will be responsible for:
Providing advice to the OPM Director, Deputy Director, and other senior agency officials on the safe, effective, trustworthy development and use of AI.
In coordination with relevant agency officials, instituting the requisite governance and oversight processes to achieve compliance with relevant statues, regulations, and guidance and to enable responsible use of AI in the agency.
Developing, as appropriate, AI-enabling enterprise infrastructure, workforce development measures, policy, and other resources to promote AI innovation, in a safe, effective, and responsible manner. Engaging with agency senior officials and Programs to understand organizational perspectives and recommend how AI can help execute key agency organizational objectives with greater efficiency, effectiveness and with improved user experience.
Maintaining awareness of all agency AI activities, including use cases, while providing guidance and input on these AI activities and AI use cases to OPM senior leaders to ensure that the agency is effectively and responsibly using AI to advance OPM priorities.
Advising and coordinating with program offices-on how AI could and should be used to advance major human capital management functions across the Federal workforce. Ensuring federal-wide human capital activities involving AI are well-coordinated, and adhering to relevant statutes, regulation, and guidance.
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Selected candidate is required to file a SF-278, Public Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days after his/her appointment, in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
This is not a remote position, selectee will be required to report to the duty station on a regular basis. Telework may be authorized.
Qualifications
All applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this position, referenced in the technical qualifications, that equipped the candidate with the scope and level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work. This level of responsibility is typically found at the GS-15 or equivalent level in the Federal Government. Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has had professional training and experience of the scope, level and quality sufficient to carry out the responsibilities of the position effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS: Address each of the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications, Desired Technical Qualifications (optional) and Senior Professional Qualifications separately. All statements must provide specific examples that address relevant experience, accomplishments and evidence that you possess demonstrated superior technical and senior professional qualifications.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications (Maximum of 1 page per statement):
Experience in developing and leading an AI and/or data governance function using collaborative, consensus building methods.
A comprehensive knowledge of data, technology, and AI to promote innovative strategies while effectively managing the risks of AI.
Desired Technical Qualifications - (Optional - Maximum of 1 page per statement):
Experience in AI, data science and applied machine learning, deep learning, large language models, generative AI.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure. Knowledge of SQL and/or similar database management systems.
Senior Professional Qualifications (Maximum of 1 page per statement):
Partnering: Ability to develop networks and build alliances, engage in cross-functional activities; collaborate across boundaries, and find common ground with a widening range of stakeholders. Utilize contacts to build and strengthen internal support bases.
External Awareness: Demonstrated experience in understanding local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment.
Communication: Ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; listen effectively and clarify information as needed; facilitate an open exchange of ideas and foster an atmosphere of open communication. Ability to express written facts and ideas in a clear, convincing and organized manner.
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Time-in-grade requirements do not apply to SL positions.
Education
This position does not have an education qualifications requirement.
Additional information
Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized.
Relocation expenses (Permanent Change in Station costs) will not be paid.
Salary for Senior Level positions varies depending on qualifications and OPM SL pay setting policy.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For Category Rating: Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Eligible candidates will then be evaluated for this position by a screening panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives from organizations and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. This panel will discuss each eligible applicant and reach consensus; assigning candidates to one of the three following categories: Qualified, Well Qualified, or Best Qualified.
Qualified Category = Does not exceed the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement.
Well Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications.
Best Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and excels in the Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications.
The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three," but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligible within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent or higher will be listed in the highest quality category.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume showing the applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed to include pay plan, series, and grade level for relevant federal experience. Do not include the following types of information in your resume:
Classified or government sensitive information
Social Security Number (SSN)
Photos of yourself
Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
Encrypted and digitally signed documents
2. Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications Statements (MS Word or PDF Document)
Must be formatted using size 12 font, with 1-inch margins and should not exceed the maximum page number prescribed for each qualification. Do not use/list a Social Security Number on this document. When uploading to your USAJOBS account, select "Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs)" as the document type.
3. Other supporting documents:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," and the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx).
Worker's Compensation Separation: Agency certification of inability to place employee AND Notification of Separation OR Separation SF-50.
Disability Annuity Termination: Notification from OPM of disability annuity termination AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held.
Military Reserve or National Guard Technician Special Disability Retirement Annuity under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456: Certification of special disability retirement annuity from a military department or National Guard Bureau AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held.
Current or former Political Appointees: Please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
Cover letter (optional)
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)on 06/04/2024 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
Once referred, you may be asked to complete a structured interview and fit interview. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume showing the applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed to include pay plan, series, and grade level for relevant federal experience. Do not include the following types of information in your resume:
Classified or government sensitive information
Social Security Number (SSN)
Photos of yourself
Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
Encrypted and digitally signed documents
2. Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications Statements (MS Word or PDF Document)
Must be formatted using size 12 font, with 1-inch margins and should not exceed the maximum page number prescribed for each qualification. Do not use/list a Social Security Number on this document. When uploading to your USAJOBS account, select "Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs)" as the document type.
3. Other supporting documents:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," and the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference (see https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx).
Worker's Compensation Separation: Agency certification of inability to place employee AND Notification of Separation OR Separation SF-50.
Disability Annuity Termination: Notification from OPM of disability annuity termination AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held.
Military Reserve or National Guard Technician Special Disability Retirement Annuity under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456: Certification of special disability retirement annuity from a military department or National Guard Bureau AND Separation SF-50 of the last position held.
Current or former Political Appointees: Please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
Cover letter (optional)
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)on 06/04/2024 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
Once referred, you may be asked to complete a structured interview and fit interview. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period.
After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
