OCTO- Artificial Intelligence Analyst

OCTO's Data Team is looking for an AI Analyst to assist in brining AI technology and techniques to DC Government agencies. This position is located within the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) and serves under the Chief Data Officer (CDO) in the Enterprise Data program. OCTO's mission is to direct the strategy, deployment, and management of DC Government technology with an unwavering commitment to IT excellence, efficiency, and value for government, residents, businesses, and visitors. The position functions as an AI analyst responsible for implementation and oversight of artificial intelligence systems across DC Government. This includes working with DC Government agencies to develop guidance on the responsible and ethical use of AI, helping identify agency needs and suitability of AI solutions, and defining standards for AI-enabled software procurement and evaluation. MAJOR DUTIES Works with agencies to identify processes and operations that could benefit from AI/ML solutions. Conducts feasibility studies for AI solutions by analyzing costs, data requirements and expected benefits. Research applicable AI solutions and presents recommendations to stakeholders and decision makers. Documents detailed project requirements from internal and external customers. Implements strategies to improve transparency and interpretability of AI systems and communicates insights to stakeholders. Works with AI Developer to assess potential AI/ML solutions for potential bias and ethical risks, including but not limited to performing bias audits, analyzing model decisions and errors among impacted groups, and recommending techniques to mitigate bias. Works with AI Engineer to continually monitor system performance and communicate issues with external stakeholders, such as system failures, performance degradation or data inconsistencies. Research regulations and best practices for public sector AI, including tracking proposed laws and ethical AI frameworks and provides recommendations to align the District's AI strategy with public interests. Assist in the development of policy and governance around AI and ML. Contributes to committees and groups focused on data governance. Performs other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION Ability to work with diverse stakeholder groups to create collaboration and buy-in to implementation of data management standards, policies, and best practices. Experience coordinating, documenting, analyzing, and developing technical and functional business needs and workflows to identify potential solutions. Experience developing or assisting in developing AI solutions for public sector organizations. Knowledge of regulations and ethical considerations surrounding government use of AI technologies. Experience conducting bias audits on training data and machine learning models. Knowledge of AI model interpretability techniques. Experience with developing standards, practices, and policies. Experience creating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics associated with models to measure performance. Knowledge of the AI/ML development lifecycle as a part of the Test-Evaluate-Verify-Validate framework. Knowledge of concepts and regulations related to data privacy. Strong researching skills and the ability to create summaries and reports for agency executives. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Strong organizational skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: 1. Formulates and defines systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements. 2. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operation time, and form of desired results. Includes analysis of business and user needs, documentation of requirements, and translation into proper system requirements specifications. 3. Provides consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top level contributor/specialist of most phases of systems analysis, while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment. Minimum Education/Certification Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience; or a current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Required/Desired Skills SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceExp. with diverse stakeholder groups to create collaboration and buy-in to implementation of data management standards, policies, and best practicesRequired7YearsExperience developing or assisting in developing AI solutions for public sector organizations. Required3YearsKnowledge of regulations and ethical considerations surrounding government use of AI technologies.Required3YearsExperience conducting bias audits on training data and machine learning models. Required5YearsExperience with developing standards, practices, and policies. Required7YearsExperience creating Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics associated with models to measure performanceRequired5YearsKnowledge of AI model interpretability techniques. Desired3YearsKnowledge of the AI/ML development lifecycle as a part of the Test-Evaluate-Verify-Validate framework.Desired2YearsKnowledge of concepts and regulations related to data privacyDesired3Yearsresearching skills and the ability to create summaries and reports for agency executives.Required16YearsExperience coordinating, documenting, analyzing, and developing technical and functional business needs and workflows to identify potential solutions.Required16YearsBachelor's degree in IT or related field or equivalent experienceRequired0Candidate must qualify for a Master Level Labor CategoryRequired0 Questions No.QuestionQuestion1Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement?Question2Please list candidate's email address.Question3Candidates submitted above the NTE vendor rate of $$/hour will not be considered. Do you accept this requirement?Question4There are no reimbursable expenses. Do you accept this requirement?Question5By submitting a candidate to this requisition, you are indicating your company's acceptance of the terms and conditions contained within the Supplier Agreement, and Amendment #2022-01 to the Supplier Agreement. Do you accept this requirement?

Created: 2026-03-04