IT Manager #290

IT Manager #290

Department: Legislative Branch

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $126372 - $175868 Per Year

Job Summary: The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a IT Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Major Duties:

• Supervises section staff by providing direction, setting priorities, assisting with problem resolution, reviewing and evaluating work, counseling staff, and conducting performance reviews. Develops section work plans and assigns projects, tasks, resources, deadlines and priorities to staff; monitors work progress, adjusts project schedules and updates status of work on a regular basis. Functions as Contracting Officer’s Representative; participates in vendor negotiations; monitors contractors’ performance; reviews contractor invoices and certifies acceptance. Confers with other sections, divisions, departments, and vendors to gather and disseminate information; represents the SAA organization in discussions of projects; participates in organizational decision making. Develops and implements policies, standards and procedures. Coordinates new product transition, deployment and support; leads task forces. Develops strategic plans and technology/operational forecasts; provides project direction, coordination, and resource allocation; develops project schedules and tracks expenditures; reviews final products; coordinates project acceptances with customers. Develops and monitors section budget.

Qualifications: Other Duties/Responsibilities Coordinates new mobile communications product deployment and support. Oversees the implementation of a variety of technical activities in support of wireless provisioning and troubleshooting of wireless products and services for the Senate community – including ensuring that online catalogs of mobile communications equipment and services remain user friendly and current. Required Work Experience At least eight years of experience in systems support, systems development or applications development, with at least two years of work in a lead or project manager capacity. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and principles of information technology management. Knowledge of capabilities and requirements of various computer platforms in centralized, distributed, client server and stand-alone operating environments. Ability to set goals, plan, and monitor project or contract budgets. Ability to plan, supervise, assign and review the work of a large professional and technical staff. Knowledge of project life cycle methodologies. Ability to communicate effectively. Work requires extended periods of confined sitting and hand-eye coordination working with computers. Expected to work unusual and perhaps unexpected hours during a COOP event. Desired Qualifications Knowledge of online catalog functions and processes. COR certification (preferred but not required). Ability to cultivate effective relationships with SAA employees, vendors, and Senate staff. Working Conditions This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Security Clearance This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.

How to Apply: All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.

Application Deadline: 2025-11-28