Summary This branch chief position is located within the Innovation and Research Branch, Emerging Technology (ET) Division, Technology Solutions Office headed by the office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), under the Department of Technology Services (DTS). Responsibilities The incumbent of this position is the Chief of the Innovation and Research Branch and is responsible for driving the development of new and innovative products, services, or processes within an organization. The incumbent of this Branch requires a combination of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a team of researchers and innovators. In this role, the incumbent requires a deep understanding of technology, and business operations of the judiciary to drive innovation, customer satisfaction, and effectiveness. The incumbent is responsible for developing and articulating a clear vision for innovation and research across the judiciary, aligning innovation goals with the overall business and IT strategies, and identifying emerging trends and opportunities in the industry. Duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Collaborating with the Chief of the Emerging Technology Division and the Chief Technology Officer to establish and support the judiciary's innovation program. Developing and executing a comprehensive business plan for the establishment of a research and development function. Conducting market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities. Leading teams of technical engineers to develop proof of concept and prototypes to verify feasibility, usability and functionality. Providing technical assistance to other areas of TSO, in support of innovation projects. Prioritizing features and enhancements based on customer feedback and business objectives. Fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. Identifying and evaluating new technology opportunities to drive innovation and continuous improvement within TSO's product portfolio. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment. You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation. Qualifications Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience is demonstrated experience in the following: Serving as a senior-level leader in the field of emerging technology, research and development, and/or innovation. Leading, managing, supervising, and directing staff with responsibility for staff's personal development, skills assessments, training guidance, and performance Working with IT Executives and leaders, developing and presenting opinion papers, analysis, roadmaps, and presentations communicating complex business and technical scenarios and problems to C-suite and Senior Management. Education This position does not require education to qualify. Additional Information The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.