This position is with the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) located in Washington, DC. National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) within IES, is responsible for the design and conduct of rigorous research activities, including education statistics and education evaluation. It is also responsible for ensuring knowledge derived from rigorous research can be applied to problems of education policy and practice, strengthening education system and improving student outcomes. APPLICATION LIMIT: This vacancy announcement is limited to the first 200 applications received and will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the day that we receive the 200 applications, or at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date, whichever occurs first. We encourage you to read this entire vacancy announcement prior to submitting your application. As a IT Program Manager, GS-2210-15, you will be responsible for: Leads the design of a portfolio-wide strategy for a large-scale student assessment portfolio, including test, delivery, and reporting. Serves as senior advisor to National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and Institute of Education Sciences (IES) leadership and other internal/external stakeholders on all facets of the program of work, including IT program design, implementation, modernization, technology risk(s), and management. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on multiple IT contracts. In conjunction with program leadership, develops project technical specifications, prepares procurement requests, and assists the Contracting Officer (CO) in proposal review, source selection, and other aspects of the procurement process. Post-award monitors the contractor's technical, managerial, and financial performance through on-site inspections, document reviews, and meetings with key personnel. Serves as Information System Owner (ISO) for multiple IT systems, ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations. Condition of Employment: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a probationary period or trial 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 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 OR trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Key Requirements: Must be a US Citizen. Males 18 and over must be registered with the Selective Service. Must complete a Background Investigation and Fingerprint check. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Relocation expenses will not be paid. You may be subject to serve a one-year probationary period. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this vacancy 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. We will consider all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience.

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