As a Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (ENTARCH), you will:

• Manage the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)-wide coordination of Information architecture studies related to the myriad of information management platforms, software, networking topologies, and applications deployed throughout the EIA.
• Ensure that applicable Federal and Departmental requirements pertaining to IT project management are implemented fully and in a manner that furthers the mission of the agency.
• Oversee the development of the technology applications used to collect, review, and otherwise manage EIA's comprehensive energy supply and demand data collection program to meet emerging needs.
• Provide technical advice and assistance for the preparation and justification of the EIA corporate IT budget.
• Manage, plan, organize, and direct the work of federal IT and oversees the quality, quantity, timeliness and cost-effectiveness of contractual services in accordance with established contract provisions.
• Build and promote a work-culture that is inclusive, collaborative, and maximizes the talent of unit members.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• Subject to satisfactory security and suitability.
• Resume and question responses must be submitted online.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and random testing after appointment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY WITH COMPETITIVE STATUS.
• First time supervisors must serve a one year supervisory probationary period.
• Requirement for applicants selected for supervisory positions: New supervisors are required to complete 80 hours of supervisory training of which 40 hours must be completed during your first year as a supervisor.
• Eligible candidates for this position must be able to obtain and maintain an L security clearance.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS 14 in the Federal service.

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.

Specialized Experience for GS-7 (or equivalent) and Above: Positions at GS-7 (or equivalent) and above require one year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The employing agency is responsible for defining the specialized experience based on the requirements of the position being filled.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

• Experience initiating and coordinating analysis, design, development, and implementation of information management systems (hardware, software, and communications) using life-cycle management to ensure compliance.
• Experience managing an Information Technology project/program.
• Experience with Enterprise level IT planning and Enterprise Architecture.
• Experience implementing and establishing Information Technology policies in compliance with Departmental, OMB, and Congressional requirements.

Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application!

1. Ability to present technical and complex information in a clear and concise manner either orally or in writing for a variety of internal and external audiences.
2. Knowledge of the principles of personnel management, supervision, and training in order to effectively assign the workload and accomplish projects.
3. Knowledge of information technology and enterprise architecture issues, processes, policies, standards, techniques, models, artifacts and methodologies and the ability to apply these as required.
4. Ability to effectively and persuasively communicate both orally and in writing to all levels of personnel and to lead groups and projects using a variety of collaboration and focused facilitation techniques.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Department of Energy uses an application tracking system to evaluate the responses you provide in the applicant assessment questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications necessary for this position. Then, the HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will conduct a quality review of your application and supporting documentation to determine if your qualifications meet the criteria for referral to the selecting official.

We will also verify that you are eligible for Merit Promotion positions by reviewing your previous Federal employment to ensure you meet Time-in-Grade requirements. If you are eligible to apply to Merit Promotion announcements based on Veteran or other non-competitive statuses, we will verify your supporting documentation prior to referral.

If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
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