Federal Reserve Board
Washington, District of Columbia
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: I. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Reporting to the director of IT, the deputy director, technology strategy and digital transformation, provides strategic direction for the digital transformation activities of the Board, helps establish and refine the organization’s cloud and data center strategies, executes an Agile product management strategy in support of portfolio management of services, provides leadership around change management, and provides the framework for the measurement of business value. 2) Oversees a diverse team of technology and management professionals of moderate size consisting of officers, managers, and analysts. Provides developmental opportunities for management and staff and works to increase organizational productivity. 3) Provides strategic direction for enterprise architecture, establishes and directs the execution of the Board’s technology strategy, and designs a technology and business capability target state and corresponding roadmap. 4) Provides direction for driving and supporting the establishment of an innovation culture and enabling technology and data environments. 5) Provides strategic direction for emerging technology evaluation and adoption, understands Board users computing and data requirements, and aligns investments in technology with the Board strategic plan and with defined Board business drivers. 6) Understands the Board’s technology and application portfolios, develops processes to orchestrate service delivery, and provides direction for the maintenance of an evolutionary technology roadmap. 7) Ensures close collaboration and alignment with the Federal Reserve System (FRS) and FRS National IT computing strategies and direction. II. DIVISION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: To meet evolving business capability needs and execute the Board’s technology and data strategies, the IT Division is organized to support an integrated service delivery model. The overriding objective is to provide highly integrated technology and information services that produce business value at the speed in which businesses require and are orchestrated at the enterprise level. Providing measurable levels of business value while maintaining operational excellence is foundational to all functions of the organization. The IT Division meets its mission by managing its services and operations according to five primary functions; managing a service delivery function which operates and integrates technology infrastructure and software development, managing the Board's information security and privacy programs, providing enterprise architecture and digital transformation services, directing the Board's and System's Statistics functions, and maintaining a program management function that supports administration, financial management, communications, and workforce development activities. The deputy director is responsible for providing leadership required to integrate the delivery of services across these functions and for providing executive support to the director as the division integrates its suite of technology and information service offerings to support the lifecycle of data at the Board. The deputy director supports and leads digital innovation and transformation, and partners with the division leadership to strategically focus on the development of outreach, education, and recruitment and retention programs that foster inclusivity and STEM opportunities. The deputy director is expected to routinely assess the type and quantity of demand for division services, understand the computing and data needs of business partners, review the effectiveness of programs, and ensure alignment with the Board's strategic plan, technology, and data strategies. The deputy director reports to the director of IT, also serves in the director's absence, and performs special duties and assignments as delegated by the director or assigned by the Board. Position offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in person in Washington, DC. Full vaccination is required as a condition of employment, unless a legally required exception applies. REQUIRED SKILLS: III. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. 2) At least 15 years of professional experience, 10 of which must be in technology or digital services leadership in an applied technology environment, which may encompass core infrastructure, information security, cybersecurity, data privacy, enterprise business systems, software development, and enterprise architecture, with recent leadership experience in enterprise business systems or enterprise architecture fields. 3) A minimum of 10 years of experience managing people including 5 years in senior management or leadership role managing cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Ability to lead and manage staff and projects effectively, set priorities, assess performance, guide staff development, and make budgetary recommendations. 4) Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale technology service delivery of high complexity at the enterprise level. 5) Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering collaboration and employee engagement at the division level 6) Ability to lead and motivate the division to develop a culture and dynamic to embrace change as it embarks on its digital transformation journey 7) Ability to balance competing interests among a variety of clients and readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Must be able to anticipate and meet the clients' needs while maintaining high-quality end products. 8) Exceptional organization savvy and agility as demonstrated by ability to manage across organizational boundaries, building high performing teams, diminishing organizational silos, strengthening teams, and facilitating effective group and team dynamics. 9) Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management. IV. BOARD COMPETENCIES: 1) Decision Quality: Makes timely, thoughtful, strategic decisions 2) Learning Agility: Takes responsibility for building organizational agility 3) Drive for Excellence: Delivers results by developing shared vision and direction for the organization 4) Perspective and Strategic Agility: Leads and acts with the future in mind 5) Collaborative Relationships: Sets the tone for collaborative organization 6) Effective Communication: Effectively speaks and acts on behalf of the Board V. OFFICER SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Acts as responsible steward to the function, Division, and Board by demonstrating proficiency in the Board's espoused competencies. 2) Balances and mitigates key organizational and functional risks where appropriate and develops and executes sustainable risk mitigation strategies. 3) Fosters a continuous learning culture. 4) Exercises appropriate judgement and decision-making in complex situations. 5) Demonstrates innovation and thought leadership relevant to future state organizational and functional people strategies. 6) Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills aligned to The Board's espoused values. 7) Keeps skills and knowledge current and aligned to best practices relative to key rules, regulations, and policies, as well as economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Understands near term and long-term needs for the organization and determines how operations should be positioned to meet such needs. 8) Demonstrates proficiency in political savvy, organizational savvy, and interpersonal communication skills. VI. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 1) Has frequent contact with members of the Board, both in discussions and through memoranda, regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 2) Has regular contact with a11 staff in the function to stay connected to the pulse of the division, provide leadership, and act as a role model. 3) Has frequent contact with senior staff and other professionals in the division, elsewhere at the Board, and the Reserve Banks regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 4) Has frequent contact with individuals from other federal agencies, international organizations, and in the private sector regarding the subject matters in area of responsibilities VII. INTERNAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Participates in the development of the division's strategic plan, goals, and budget. Recommends program objectives and their priorities for area of responsibility. 2) Provides guidance, coaching, and feedback to, and conducts performance reviews for managers, supervisors, and other direct reports, and ensures same is provided to all function staff. 3) Responsible for accomplishing approved program objectives for area of responsibility within the financial and personnel resources allocated by the Board and the division's senior management. 4) Recommends personnel actions involving promotions, reclassifications, merit increases, and reassignments or separations in area of responsibility. VIII. POSITION DEMANDS: 1) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to the Board and individual members thereof, senior Board staff, other Board and Reserve Bank staff: and staff at other government agencies and in the private sector on complex and technical matters. 2) Ability to be an effective spokesperson and advocate for the Board and the division in outside contacts, which may involve significant business dealings. 3) Ability to operate under pressure to meet deadlines accurately and in a timely manner. 4) Ability to translate customer service and organizational development theories and best practices into effective strategies for adoption in area of responsibility to achieve and maintain high levels of customer service. 5) Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned areas of responsibility that provide support and services for the divisions and Board's missions.
Apr 11, 2022
Full time
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: I. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Reporting to the director of IT, the deputy director, technology strategy and digital transformation, provides strategic direction for the digital transformation activities of the Board, helps establish and refine the organization’s cloud and data center strategies, executes an Agile product management strategy in support of portfolio management of services, provides leadership around change management, and provides the framework for the measurement of business value. 2) Oversees a diverse team of technology and management professionals of moderate size consisting of officers, managers, and analysts. Provides developmental opportunities for management and staff and works to increase organizational productivity. 3) Provides strategic direction for enterprise architecture, establishes and directs the execution of the Board’s technology strategy, and designs a technology and business capability target state and corresponding roadmap. 4) Provides direction for driving and supporting the establishment of an innovation culture and enabling technology and data environments. 5) Provides strategic direction for emerging technology evaluation and adoption, understands Board users computing and data requirements, and aligns investments in technology with the Board strategic plan and with defined Board business drivers. 6) Understands the Board’s technology and application portfolios, develops processes to orchestrate service delivery, and provides direction for the maintenance of an evolutionary technology roadmap. 7) Ensures close collaboration and alignment with the Federal Reserve System (FRS) and FRS National IT computing strategies and direction. II. DIVISION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: To meet evolving business capability needs and execute the Board’s technology and data strategies, the IT Division is organized to support an integrated service delivery model. The overriding objective is to provide highly integrated technology and information services that produce business value at the speed in which businesses require and are orchestrated at the enterprise level. Providing measurable levels of business value while maintaining operational excellence is foundational to all functions of the organization. The IT Division meets its mission by managing its services and operations according to five primary functions; managing a service delivery function which operates and integrates technology infrastructure and software development, managing the Board's information security and privacy programs, providing enterprise architecture and digital transformation services, directing the Board's and System's Statistics functions, and maintaining a program management function that supports administration, financial management, communications, and workforce development activities. The deputy director is responsible for providing leadership required to integrate the delivery of services across these functions and for providing executive support to the director as the division integrates its suite of technology and information service offerings to support the lifecycle of data at the Board. The deputy director supports and leads digital innovation and transformation, and partners with the division leadership to strategically focus on the development of outreach, education, and recruitment and retention programs that foster inclusivity and STEM opportunities. The deputy director is expected to routinely assess the type and quantity of demand for division services, understand the computing and data needs of business partners, review the effectiveness of programs, and ensure alignment with the Board's strategic plan, technology, and data strategies. The deputy director reports to the director of IT, also serves in the director's absence, and performs special duties and assignments as delegated by the director or assigned by the Board. Position offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in person in Washington, DC. Full vaccination is required as a condition of employment, unless a legally required exception applies. REQUIRED SKILLS: III. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. 2) At least 15 years of professional experience, 10 of which must be in technology or digital services leadership in an applied technology environment, which may encompass core infrastructure, information security, cybersecurity, data privacy, enterprise business systems, software development, and enterprise architecture, with recent leadership experience in enterprise business systems or enterprise architecture fields. 3) A minimum of 10 years of experience managing people including 5 years in senior management or leadership role managing cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Ability to lead and manage staff and projects effectively, set priorities, assess performance, guide staff development, and make budgetary recommendations. 4) Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale technology service delivery of high complexity at the enterprise level. 5) Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering collaboration and employee engagement at the division level 6) Ability to lead and motivate the division to develop a culture and dynamic to embrace change as it embarks on its digital transformation journey 7) Ability to balance competing interests among a variety of clients and readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Must be able to anticipate and meet the clients' needs while maintaining high-quality end products. 8) Exceptional organization savvy and agility as demonstrated by ability to manage across organizational boundaries, building high performing teams, diminishing organizational silos, strengthening teams, and facilitating effective group and team dynamics. 9) Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management. IV. BOARD COMPETENCIES: 1) Decision Quality: Makes timely, thoughtful, strategic decisions 2) Learning Agility: Takes responsibility for building organizational agility 3) Drive for Excellence: Delivers results by developing shared vision and direction for the organization 4) Perspective and Strategic Agility: Leads and acts with the future in mind 5) Collaborative Relationships: Sets the tone for collaborative organization 6) Effective Communication: Effectively speaks and acts on behalf of the Board V. OFFICER SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Acts as responsible steward to the function, Division, and Board by demonstrating proficiency in the Board's espoused competencies. 2) Balances and mitigates key organizational and functional risks where appropriate and develops and executes sustainable risk mitigation strategies. 3) Fosters a continuous learning culture. 4) Exercises appropriate judgement and decision-making in complex situations. 5) Demonstrates innovation and thought leadership relevant to future state organizational and functional people strategies. 6) Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills aligned to The Board's espoused values. 7) Keeps skills and knowledge current and aligned to best practices relative to key rules, regulations, and policies, as well as economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Understands near term and long-term needs for the organization and determines how operations should be positioned to meet such needs. 8) Demonstrates proficiency in political savvy, organizational savvy, and interpersonal communication skills. VI. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 1) Has frequent contact with members of the Board, both in discussions and through memoranda, regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 2) Has regular contact with a11 staff in the function to stay connected to the pulse of the division, provide leadership, and act as a role model. 3) Has frequent contact with senior staff and other professionals in the division, elsewhere at the Board, and the Reserve Banks regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 4) Has frequent contact with individuals from other federal agencies, international organizations, and in the private sector regarding the subject matters in area of responsibilities VII. INTERNAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Participates in the development of the division's strategic plan, goals, and budget. Recommends program objectives and their priorities for area of responsibility. 2) Provides guidance, coaching, and feedback to, and conducts performance reviews for managers, supervisors, and other direct reports, and ensures same is provided to all function staff. 3) Responsible for accomplishing approved program objectives for area of responsibility within the financial and personnel resources allocated by the Board and the division's senior management. 4) Recommends personnel actions involving promotions, reclassifications, merit increases, and reassignments or separations in area of responsibility. VIII. POSITION DEMANDS: 1) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to the Board and individual members thereof, senior Board staff, other Board and Reserve Bank staff: and staff at other government agencies and in the private sector on complex and technical matters. 2) Ability to be an effective spokesperson and advocate for the Board and the division in outside contacts, which may involve significant business dealings. 3) Ability to operate under pressure to meet deadlines accurately and in a timely manner. 4) Ability to translate customer service and organizational development theories and best practices into effective strategies for adoption in area of responsibility to achieve and maintain high levels of customer service. 5) Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned areas of responsibility that provide support and services for the divisions and Board's missions.
Federal Reserve Board
Washington,District of Columbia
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: I. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Reporting to the director of IT, the deputy director, information security, privacy, and risk management oversees the Board's information security program responsible for the development of information security strategies, programs, and policies that protect the Board's information assets from cyber and other information security threats and inadvertent data disclosure. 2) Oversees a diverse team of technology and management professionals of moderate size consisting of officers, managers, and analysts. Provides developmental opportunities for management and staff and works to increase organizational productivity. 3) Ensures information security strategies enable business outcomes and are implemented in a manner informed by and integrated with enterprise architecture. 4) Ensures that the Board is compliant with all regulatory requirements related to information security and maintains processes to identify agency risks and risk mitigation activities. 5) Oversees the Board’s privacy program, ensures compliance with applicable privacy requirements, develops privacy policies, and manages privacy risks. 6) Serves as the Board's Senior Agency Official for Privacy, as required in the Office of Management and Budget (0MB) Circular No. A-130, responsible for ensuring the Board implements all privacy requirements and considers the privacy impact of all Board actions and policies that involve PII. 7) Provides direction for driving and supporting the establishment of an innovation culture and enabling technology and data environments. 8) Ensures close collaboration and alignment with the Federal Reserve System (FRS) and FRS National IT information security and cybersecurity strategies, risk mitigations, and incident response execution. 9) Ensures appropriate training and outreach are provided to all Board staff regarding information security and privacy matters. II. DIVISION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: To meet evolving business capability needs and execute the Board’s technology and data strategies, the IT Division is organized to support an integrated service delivery model. The overriding objective is to provide highly integrated technology and information services that produce business value at the speed in which businesses require and are orchestrated at the enterprise level. Providing measurable levels of business value while maintaining operational excellence is foundational to all functions of the organization. The IT Division meets its mission by managing its services and operations according to five primary functions; managing a service delivery function which operates and integrates technology infrastructure and software development, managing the Board's information security and privacy programs, providing enterprise architecture and digital transformation services, directing the Board's and System's Statistics functions, and maintaining a program management function that supports administration, financial management, communications, and workforce development activities. The deputy director is responsible for providing leadership required to integrate the delivery of services across these functions and for providing executive support to the director as the division integrates its suite of technology and information service offerings to support the lifecycle of data at the Board. The deputy director supports and leads digital innovation and transformation, and partners with the division leadership to strategically focus on the development of outreach, education, and recruitment and retention programs that foster inclusivity and STEM opportunities. The deputy director is expected to routinely assess the type and quantity of demand for division services, understand the computing and data needs of business partners, review the effectiveness of programs, and ensure alignment with the Board's strategic plan, technology, and data strategies. The deputy director reports to the director of IT, also serves in the director's absence, and performs special duties and assignments as delegated by the director or assigned by the Board. Position offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in person in Washington, DC. Full vaccination is required as a condition of employment, unless a legally required exception applies. REQUIRED SKILLS: III. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. 2) At least 15 years of professional experience, 10 of which must be in technology or digital services leadership in an applied technology environment, which may encompass core infrastructure, information security, cybersecurity, data privacy, enterprise business systems, software development, and enterprise architecture, with recent leadership experience in information, cybersecurity, or the data privacy fields. 3) A minimum of 10 years of experience managing people including 5 years in senior management or leadership role managing cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Ability to lead and manage staff and projects effectively, set priorities, assess performance, guide staff development, and make budgetary recommendations. 4) Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale technology service delivery of high complexity at the enterprise level. 5) Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering collaboration and employee engagement at the division level 6) Ability to lead and motivate the division to develop a culture and dynamic to embrace change as it embarks on its digital transformation journey 7) Ability to balance competing interests among a variety of clients and readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Must be able to anticipate and meet the clients' needs while maintaining high-quality end products. 8) Exceptional organization savvy and agility as demonstrated by ability to manage across organizational boundaries, building high performing teams, diminishing organizational silos, strengthening teams, and facilitating effective group and team dynamics. 9) Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management. IV. BOARD COMPETENCIES: 1) Decision Quality: Makes timely, thoughtful, strategic decisions 2) Learning Agility: Takes responsibility for building organizational agility 3) Drive for Excellence: Delivers results by developing shared vision and direction for the organization 4) Perspective and Strategic Agility: Leads and acts with the future in mind 5) Collaborative Relationships: Sets the tone for collaborative organization 6) Effective Communication: Effectively speaks and acts on behalf of the Board V. OFFICER SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Acts as responsible steward to the function, Division, and Board by demonstrating proficiency in the Board's espoused competencies. 2) Balances and mitigates key organizational and functional risks where appropriate and develops and executes sustainable risk mitigation strategies. 3) Fosters a continuous learning culture. 4) Exercises appropriate judgement and decision-making in complex situations. 5) Demonstrates innovation and thought leadership relevant to future state organizational and functional people strategies. 6) Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills aligned to The Board's espoused values. 7) Keeps skills and knowledge current and aligned to best practices relative to key rules, regulations, and policies, as well as economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Understands near term and long-term needs for the organization and determines how operations should be positioned to meet such needs. 8) Demonstrates proficiency in political savvy, organizational savvy, and interpersonal communication skills. VI. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 1) Has frequent contact with members of the Board, both in discussions and through memoranda, regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 2) Has regular contact with a11 staff in the function to stay connected to the pulse of the division, provide leadership, and act as a role model. 3) Has frequent contact with senior staff and other professionals in the division, elsewhere at the Board, and the Reserve Banks regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 4) Has frequent contact with individuals from other federal agencies, international organizations, and in the private sector regarding the subject matters in area of responsibilities VII. INTERNAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Participates in the development of the division's strategic plan, goals, and budget. Recommends program objectives and their priorities for area of responsibility. 2) Provides guidance, coaching, and feedback to, and conducts performance reviews for managers, supervisors, and other direct rep01is, and ensures same is provided to all function staff. 3) Responsible for accomplishing approved program objectives for area of responsibility within the financial and personnel resources allocated by the Board and the division's senior management. 4) Recommends personnel actions involving promotions, reclassifications, merit increases, and reassignments or separations in area of responsibility. VIII. POSITION DEMANDS: 1) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to the Board and individual members thereof, senior Board staff, other Board and Reserve Bank staff: and staff at other government agencies and in the private sector on complex and technical matters. 2) Ability to be an effective spokesperson and advocate for the Board and the division in outside contacts, which may involve significant business dealings. 3) Ability to operate under pressure to meet deadlines accurately and in a timely manner. 4) Ability to translate customer service and organizational development theories and best practices into effective strategies for adoption in area of responsibility to achieve and maintain high levels of customer service. 5) Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned areas of responsibility that provide support and services for the divisions and Board's missions.
Apr 11, 2022
Full time
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: I. JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Reporting to the director of IT, the deputy director, information security, privacy, and risk management oversees the Board's information security program responsible for the development of information security strategies, programs, and policies that protect the Board's information assets from cyber and other information security threats and inadvertent data disclosure. 2) Oversees a diverse team of technology and management professionals of moderate size consisting of officers, managers, and analysts. Provides developmental opportunities for management and staff and works to increase organizational productivity. 3) Ensures information security strategies enable business outcomes and are implemented in a manner informed by and integrated with enterprise architecture. 4) Ensures that the Board is compliant with all regulatory requirements related to information security and maintains processes to identify agency risks and risk mitigation activities. 5) Oversees the Board’s privacy program, ensures compliance with applicable privacy requirements, develops privacy policies, and manages privacy risks. 6) Serves as the Board's Senior Agency Official for Privacy, as required in the Office of Management and Budget (0MB) Circular No. A-130, responsible for ensuring the Board implements all privacy requirements and considers the privacy impact of all Board actions and policies that involve PII. 7) Provides direction for driving and supporting the establishment of an innovation culture and enabling technology and data environments. 8) Ensures close collaboration and alignment with the Federal Reserve System (FRS) and FRS National IT information security and cybersecurity strategies, risk mitigations, and incident response execution. 9) Ensures appropriate training and outreach are provided to all Board staff regarding information security and privacy matters. II. DIVISION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: To meet evolving business capability needs and execute the Board’s technology and data strategies, the IT Division is organized to support an integrated service delivery model. The overriding objective is to provide highly integrated technology and information services that produce business value at the speed in which businesses require and are orchestrated at the enterprise level. Providing measurable levels of business value while maintaining operational excellence is foundational to all functions of the organization. The IT Division meets its mission by managing its services and operations according to five primary functions; managing a service delivery function which operates and integrates technology infrastructure and software development, managing the Board's information security and privacy programs, providing enterprise architecture and digital transformation services, directing the Board's and System's Statistics functions, and maintaining a program management function that supports administration, financial management, communications, and workforce development activities. The deputy director is responsible for providing leadership required to integrate the delivery of services across these functions and for providing executive support to the director as the division integrates its suite of technology and information service offerings to support the lifecycle of data at the Board. The deputy director supports and leads digital innovation and transformation, and partners with the division leadership to strategically focus on the development of outreach, education, and recruitment and retention programs that foster inclusivity and STEM opportunities. The deputy director is expected to routinely assess the type and quantity of demand for division services, understand the computing and data needs of business partners, review the effectiveness of programs, and ensure alignment with the Board's strategic plan, technology, and data strategies. The deputy director reports to the director of IT, also serves in the director's absence, and performs special duties and assignments as delegated by the director or assigned by the Board. Position offers a hybrid work environment with opportunities to work both remotely and in person in Washington, DC. Full vaccination is required as a condition of employment, unless a legally required exception applies. REQUIRED SKILLS: III. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: 1) Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. 2) At least 15 years of professional experience, 10 of which must be in technology or digital services leadership in an applied technology environment, which may encompass core infrastructure, information security, cybersecurity, data privacy, enterprise business systems, software development, and enterprise architecture, with recent leadership experience in information, cybersecurity, or the data privacy fields. 3) A minimum of 10 years of experience managing people including 5 years in senior management or leadership role managing cross-functional teams or projects and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders. Ability to lead and manage staff and projects effectively, set priorities, assess performance, guide staff development, and make budgetary recommendations. 4) Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale technology service delivery of high complexity at the enterprise level. 5) Demonstrated experience and commitment to fostering collaboration and employee engagement at the division level 6) Ability to lead and motivate the division to develop a culture and dynamic to embrace change as it embarks on its digital transformation journey 7) Ability to balance competing interests among a variety of clients and readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Must be able to anticipate and meet the clients' needs while maintaining high-quality end products. 8) Exceptional organization savvy and agility as demonstrated by ability to manage across organizational boundaries, building high performing teams, diminishing organizational silos, strengthening teams, and facilitating effective group and team dynamics. 9) Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management. IV. BOARD COMPETENCIES: 1) Decision Quality: Makes timely, thoughtful, strategic decisions 2) Learning Agility: Takes responsibility for building organizational agility 3) Drive for Excellence: Delivers results by developing shared vision and direction for the organization 4) Perspective and Strategic Agility: Leads and acts with the future in mind 5) Collaborative Relationships: Sets the tone for collaborative organization 6) Effective Communication: Effectively speaks and acts on behalf of the Board V. OFFICER SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Acts as responsible steward to the function, Division, and Board by demonstrating proficiency in the Board's espoused competencies. 2) Balances and mitigates key organizational and functional risks where appropriate and develops and executes sustainable risk mitigation strategies. 3) Fosters a continuous learning culture. 4) Exercises appropriate judgement and decision-making in complex situations. 5) Demonstrates innovation and thought leadership relevant to future state organizational and functional people strategies. 6) Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills aligned to The Board's espoused values. 7) Keeps skills and knowledge current and aligned to best practices relative to key rules, regulations, and policies, as well as economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization. Understands near term and long-term needs for the organization and determines how operations should be positioned to meet such needs. 8) Demonstrates proficiency in political savvy, organizational savvy, and interpersonal communication skills. VI. PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS: 1) Has frequent contact with members of the Board, both in discussions and through memoranda, regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 2) Has regular contact with a11 staff in the function to stay connected to the pulse of the division, provide leadership, and act as a role model. 3) Has frequent contact with senior staff and other professionals in the division, elsewhere at the Board, and the Reserve Banks regarding matters pertaining to area of responsibility. 4) Has frequent contact with individuals from other federal agencies, international organizations, and in the private sector regarding the subject matters in area of responsibilities VII. INTERNAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Participates in the development of the division's strategic plan, goals, and budget. Recommends program objectives and their priorities for area of responsibility. 2) Provides guidance, coaching, and feedback to, and conducts performance reviews for managers, supervisors, and other direct rep01is, and ensures same is provided to all function staff. 3) Responsible for accomplishing approved program objectives for area of responsibility within the financial and personnel resources allocated by the Board and the division's senior management. 4) Recommends personnel actions involving promotions, reclassifications, merit increases, and reassignments or separations in area of responsibility. VIII. POSITION DEMANDS: 1) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to the Board and individual members thereof, senior Board staff, other Board and Reserve Bank staff: and staff at other government agencies and in the private sector on complex and technical matters. 2) Ability to be an effective spokesperson and advocate for the Board and the division in outside contacts, which may involve significant business dealings. 3) Ability to operate under pressure to meet deadlines accurately and in a timely manner. 4) Ability to translate customer service and organizational development theories and best practices into effective strategies for adoption in area of responsibility to achieve and maintain high levels of customer service. 5) Ability to exercise independent and sound judgment in establishing objectives for assigned areas of responsibility that provide support and services for the divisions and Board's missions.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism, and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.
Waste Management has an exciting career opportunity for an Area Director of Finance / Business Partner II within the New England market area. The market area is comprised of MA, Upstate NY, RI, NH & ME. This is a high-level financial position with visibility to corporate. The positions reports directly to the VP Business Partner of Operations with a dotted line the Area Vice President of New England. This is a hybrid role, but can have an office in Foxborough, MA. Travel will vary, but can be up to 50% within the market area
I. Job Summary
The Area Director of Finance and Business Partner is the leader of the finance organization for the Area and the business partner to the Area Vice President and his/her leadership team. This role is a key member of the Area’s leadership team, providing financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, profitability analysis, M&A valuation, and integration planning, capital investment support, market planning and accounting, for the Area. The role also partners with sales, pricing, public sector, and operations team members in influencing short-term and long-term Area strategy and making key people decisions. The New England Area at WM generates about $900 million in annual revenue and is an integrated business providing collection, disposal, recycling, and other services across the region.
Working with the Area Vice President and the area leadership team, this role assists in creating and directing the Area’s business strategy and ensures that resources are allocated effectively to execute upon the strategy. The Area Director of Finance has a deep understanding of WM’s strategic priorities, its tools, resources, and operating practices and uses these skills along with sound financial and business acumen to ensure that the Area’s strategy is well aligned with broader organization priorities.
The Area Director of Finance also provides functional leadership for all Area finance and accounting employees. Leadership, professional development, coaching and building high-functioning teams are key elements of the role. Given that WM is a decentralized organization, the Area Director of Finance must drive the priorities of both the Area and of the WM Finance organization. In its capacity as a leader of the WM Finance function, the Area Director of Finance is actively engaged in supporting and advancing the strategic priorities of the Finance team. This requires strategic engagement with corporate finance functions including: Corporate FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Investor Relations, Tax, Internal Audit & Controls, Finance Technology & Process Automation, Shared Services and Supply Chain.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
• Continuously build an intimate knowledge of the business – its customers, profit drivers, operational capabilities (including organic growth drivers, innovation opportunities, supply chain dynamics, etc.) – and how competitive and market dynamics drive strategy and operating results.
• Actively partner with the AVP and the Area Leadership team in setting and executing their strategies and operating plans by providing timely financial information and business performance evaluation as well as insightful and focused analysis. Sees around corners, anticipates trends and finds new opportunities for differentiated performance.
• With the AVP and their team, actively engage in the overall strategy development, including actionable business strategies with clear accountability, financial strategy and overall portfolio management enabled by corporate business development.
• Build and communicate logical annual operating and long-range plans consistent with near-term requirements and long-term strategic requirements. Assure forecast accuracy and accountable action plans to deliver planned results and to mitigate risk.
• Develop and execute a compelling and logical strategy for the Area and the Finance function that is aligned with WM’s broader Finance function’s priorities as well as enterprise strategy. Ensures achievement of business plans/financials.
• Establish a strong “tone at the top” related to WM’s commitments and values. Ensure that a strong framework for financial controls and business ethics is reinforced when carrying out all responsibilities.
• Provide energizing functional leadership with a focus on attracting, retaining, and developing top talent. Build and lead a value-add and focused finance team that is integrally involved with the day-to-day plans and operations of the business. Select and develop diverse, world-class talent for the Area.
• Continuously improve the function, looking for process standardization and automation opportunities, culling unnecessary work to free team members’ time for higher-value work and encouraging the delivery of business insights over report creation.
• Inspire teamwork across the Area, including the finance function and other business groups to maximize the WM opportunity and talent development. Ensure that the team has the required technical skills and abilities to produce accurate, complete, and timely financial statements.
• Be an engaged and respected member of WM’s Area and Corporate Finance leadership teams. Build relationships and partner to ensure effective team operations, transparency of reporting and decision-making and continuous high quality, strategic dialogue.
Desired experience and leadership traits:
• A clear, strategic thinker capable of simplifying strategy into business objectives/actions and drives them with clear metrics and accountability.
• Has capacity to sift through complex information and communicates messages clearly and concisely.
• Energizes team through inclusiveness and connection with people … flexible in approach to motivate and retain. Builds a connection with the team through personal involvement and trust … engages people to want to perform. Can coach and communicate in simple impactful terms.
• Knows how to create and lead a financial agenda for a large organization. Strong financial/technical expertise and analytical acumen. Demonstrated leadership through different business cycles. Understands financial and operational linkages and knows how to manage and control costs.
• Ability to combine analytical reasoning, creativity and judgment. A results-oriented, prudent risk-taker that ensures economic value is paramount in decision making.
• Quick learner, comfortable with steep learning curves and able to handle simultaneous complex matters. Deals effectively with both strategic and tactical operational issues. Loves the best ideas, not his/her own ideas.
• Self-motivated, high energy, resourceful and confident (yet, humble) with positive can-do attitude. High level of commitment to the job and delivering outstanding work.
• Challenges the status quo and drives positive change using a data driven and fact-based approach to decision making.
• Puts the need of the WM enterprise and business ahead of him/herself. Operates in a transparent manner with no hidden agenda. Owns misses and learns from failures and adversity.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
• Direct supervision of 6 full-time managers, including:
• Indirect supervision of 19+ full-time employees.
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
• Minimum of 15 years of applicable financial management experience in progressively responsible assignments preferably in public companies
• Experience reporting to a senior line executive responsible for the profit and loss of a business unit preferred.
• Has interacted with senior management teams, preparing management-level presentations and actively participating in the presentation of results and strategic priorities and financial plans.
• Experience negotiating with external parties including customers and suppliers, as well as with business partners and internal executive stakeholders.
• Undergraduate degree required, an advanced degree (e.g. MBA, CPA) and/or Fortune 500 finance training program is desirable.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant, or equivalent
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Microsoft Office Suite and GAAP requirements
V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day;
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely;
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely;
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;
• Normal setting for this job is: hybrid, office setting, but travel will be required throughout the Area.
Benefits At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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Oct 11, 2021
Full time
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism, and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.
Waste Management has an exciting career opportunity for an Area Director of Finance / Business Partner II within the New England market area. The market area is comprised of MA, Upstate NY, RI, NH & ME. This is a high-level financial position with visibility to corporate. The positions reports directly to the VP Business Partner of Operations with a dotted line the Area Vice President of New England. This is a hybrid role, but can have an office in Foxborough, MA. Travel will vary, but can be up to 50% within the market area
I. Job Summary
The Area Director of Finance and Business Partner is the leader of the finance organization for the Area and the business partner to the Area Vice President and his/her leadership team. This role is a key member of the Area’s leadership team, providing financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, profitability analysis, M&A valuation, and integration planning, capital investment support, market planning and accounting, for the Area. The role also partners with sales, pricing, public sector, and operations team members in influencing short-term and long-term Area strategy and making key people decisions. The New England Area at WM generates about $900 million in annual revenue and is an integrated business providing collection, disposal, recycling, and other services across the region.
Working with the Area Vice President and the area leadership team, this role assists in creating and directing the Area’s business strategy and ensures that resources are allocated effectively to execute upon the strategy. The Area Director of Finance has a deep understanding of WM’s strategic priorities, its tools, resources, and operating practices and uses these skills along with sound financial and business acumen to ensure that the Area’s strategy is well aligned with broader organization priorities.
The Area Director of Finance also provides functional leadership for all Area finance and accounting employees. Leadership, professional development, coaching and building high-functioning teams are key elements of the role. Given that WM is a decentralized organization, the Area Director of Finance must drive the priorities of both the Area and of the WM Finance organization. In its capacity as a leader of the WM Finance function, the Area Director of Finance is actively engaged in supporting and advancing the strategic priorities of the Finance team. This requires strategic engagement with corporate finance functions including: Corporate FP&A, Treasury, Accounting, Investor Relations, Tax, Internal Audit & Controls, Finance Technology & Process Automation, Shared Services and Supply Chain.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
• Continuously build an intimate knowledge of the business – its customers, profit drivers, operational capabilities (including organic growth drivers, innovation opportunities, supply chain dynamics, etc.) – and how competitive and market dynamics drive strategy and operating results.
• Actively partner with the AVP and the Area Leadership team in setting and executing their strategies and operating plans by providing timely financial information and business performance evaluation as well as insightful and focused analysis. Sees around corners, anticipates trends and finds new opportunities for differentiated performance.
• With the AVP and their team, actively engage in the overall strategy development, including actionable business strategies with clear accountability, financial strategy and overall portfolio management enabled by corporate business development.
• Build and communicate logical annual operating and long-range plans consistent with near-term requirements and long-term strategic requirements. Assure forecast accuracy and accountable action plans to deliver planned results and to mitigate risk.
• Develop and execute a compelling and logical strategy for the Area and the Finance function that is aligned with WM’s broader Finance function’s priorities as well as enterprise strategy. Ensures achievement of business plans/financials.
• Establish a strong “tone at the top” related to WM’s commitments and values. Ensure that a strong framework for financial controls and business ethics is reinforced when carrying out all responsibilities.
• Provide energizing functional leadership with a focus on attracting, retaining, and developing top talent. Build and lead a value-add and focused finance team that is integrally involved with the day-to-day plans and operations of the business. Select and develop diverse, world-class talent for the Area.
• Continuously improve the function, looking for process standardization and automation opportunities, culling unnecessary work to free team members’ time for higher-value work and encouraging the delivery of business insights over report creation.
• Inspire teamwork across the Area, including the finance function and other business groups to maximize the WM opportunity and talent development. Ensure that the team has the required technical skills and abilities to produce accurate, complete, and timely financial statements.
• Be an engaged and respected member of WM’s Area and Corporate Finance leadership teams. Build relationships and partner to ensure effective team operations, transparency of reporting and decision-making and continuous high quality, strategic dialogue.
Desired experience and leadership traits:
• A clear, strategic thinker capable of simplifying strategy into business objectives/actions and drives them with clear metrics and accountability.
• Has capacity to sift through complex information and communicates messages clearly and concisely.
• Energizes team through inclusiveness and connection with people … flexible in approach to motivate and retain. Builds a connection with the team through personal involvement and trust … engages people to want to perform. Can coach and communicate in simple impactful terms.
• Knows how to create and lead a financial agenda for a large organization. Strong financial/technical expertise and analytical acumen. Demonstrated leadership through different business cycles. Understands financial and operational linkages and knows how to manage and control costs.
• Ability to combine analytical reasoning, creativity and judgment. A results-oriented, prudent risk-taker that ensures economic value is paramount in decision making.
• Quick learner, comfortable with steep learning curves and able to handle simultaneous complex matters. Deals effectively with both strategic and tactical operational issues. Loves the best ideas, not his/her own ideas.
• Self-motivated, high energy, resourceful and confident (yet, humble) with positive can-do attitude. High level of commitment to the job and delivering outstanding work.
• Challenges the status quo and drives positive change using a data driven and fact-based approach to decision making.
• Puts the need of the WM enterprise and business ahead of him/herself. Operates in a transparent manner with no hidden agenda. Owns misses and learns from failures and adversity.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
• Direct supervision of 6 full-time managers, including:
• Indirect supervision of 19+ full-time employees.
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
• Minimum of 15 years of applicable financial management experience in progressively responsible assignments preferably in public companies
• Experience reporting to a senior line executive responsible for the profit and loss of a business unit preferred.
• Has interacted with senior management teams, preparing management-level presentations and actively participating in the presentation of results and strategic priorities and financial plans.
• Experience negotiating with external parties including customers and suppliers, as well as with business partners and internal executive stakeholders.
• Undergraduate degree required, an advanced degree (e.g. MBA, CPA) and/or Fortune 500 finance training program is desirable.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant, or equivalent
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Microsoft Office Suite and GAAP requirements
V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day;
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely;
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely;
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;
• Normal setting for this job is: hybrid, office setting, but travel will be required throughout the Area.
Benefits At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply.”