IT Specialist (Appsw/Plcypln)

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Duties

Summary

Defense Human Resources Agency (DHRA)'s mission is to provide program support, information management, and administrative services to the DoD Components on human resource matters and to collect, archive and provide management information, research and analysis of human resources and other related functional area databases for the DoD.

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Responsibilities

As an IT Specialist (APPSW/PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Assists in the establishment, drafting and sustainment of policies which govern the technical procedures and tools that perform software delivery activities.

• Researches DoD regulations by reviewing regulatory bulletins and other sources of information for incorporation into agency policies and practices.

• Evaluate deliverables to ensure key performance expectations are achieved and efficiencies or other improvements are implemented.

• Perform research and development on DevSecOps best practices and technical solutions for continued sustainment.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

None

• Job family (Series)

2210 Information Technology Management

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)

• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation

• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

• Work Schedule: Fulltime

• Overtime: Occasionally

• Tour of Duty: Flexible

• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt

• Financial Disclosure: Not Required

• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible, at management's discretion

• Must obtain and maintain IAT Level II certification per DoD 8570.01 within 6 months of date of hire.

• Security Clearance: Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret)

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:

• Utilize and/or produce software applications to automate scripted tasks.

• Architect and analyze solutions used to improve business process implementation.

• Review software development life-cycle processes to recognize areas where improvements can be applied

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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210 series.

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent).

For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

• Attention to Detail

• Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

• Customer Service

• Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

• Oral Communication

• Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

• Problem Solving

• Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.