Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer

Summary

The Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAIO) is a key member of the DOT’s Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) leadership team, responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Department’s data, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) strategies. This includes overseeing the planning, management, and execution of data, analytics, and AI programs across the Department, ensuring alignment with DOT’s mission, goals, and objectives.

Duties

• The Chief Data and Artifical Intellignece Officer works closely with senior leaders, program managers, and stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and manage data, analytics, and AI initiatives that support the Department's strategic objectives.
• As the Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, you will: Data Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with the Department's mission, goals, and objectives.
• Analytics: Oversee the development and implementation of analytics programs to support data-driven decision making across the Department.
• Artificial Intelligence: Lead the development and execution of the Department's AI strategy and governance frameworks to ensure responsible innovation.
• This includes building AI products, managing the AI Use Case Inventory, and overseeing the implementation of capabilities like machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision at scale.
• Data Governance: Oversee the development and implementation of data governance policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the quality, integrity, and security of DOT's data assets.
• Data Management: Develop and implement data management strategies to support the collection, storage, and analysis of data across the Department.
• Innovation: Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends in data, analytics, and AI, and develop strategies to leverage these technologies to support the Department's mission and goals.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other federal agencies, industry partners, and stakeholders to share best practices, intelligence, and resources to enhance DOT's data, analytics, and AI capabilities.
• Budget and Resource Management: Oversee the development and management of the data, analytics, and AI budget and resource allocation to ensure that programs are properly funded and resourced.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) SECURITY CLEARANCE: You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. WRITING SAMPLE: May be required. (1) Presentation/Scenario based situation Evaluation and/or (2) Presentation/screnario based simulation may be required as a part of the hiring process. DRUG TEST: This is a drug testing position. You will be required to complete a drug test upon entry of this position and are subjected to at random drug testing.

Benefits

Our benefits package offers: Annual Leave (paid vacation), Sick Leave, and Holidays – You will earn 26 days of annual leave and 13 days of sick leave per year. In addition, the Federal Government observes 11 regular paid holidays each year. Health Benefits – Employees and family members are eligible for health benefits at reasonable rates with no required medical examinations or restrictions because of age or physical condition. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – You may choose to participate in the FSA Program.

This program allows you to set aside money, on a pre-tax basis, for certain kinds of out of pocket medical expenses or dependent care costs of a child or parent Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program – You may elect to participate in the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program. Life Insurance – You may participate in the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance program. The program offers employees an opportunity to acquire life insurance protection at group rates with a government contribution toward the cost of basic insurance. For more details on the various health and life insurance benefits offered to most Federal Employees click here

Required Documents

Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:

• A complete application includes items described below.
• Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
• Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit.
• Some documents may not apply to all applicants.
• RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience.
• Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs.
• PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER.
• VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.