Clarification from the agency

All US citizens. Applicants will not be rated or ranked. Veteran's Preference does NOT apply under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA).

• Serves as senior level expert in establishing, maintaining, supporting and upgrading databases and their associated architecture and environment to include SQL Server Policy-Based Management, windows clustering and always on availability groups.
• Expert knowledge of MS SQL Server 2016 or newer versions; expert knowledge of Windows server 2012 or newer versions.
• Designs and administers production and non-production databases. Performs physical data modeling, creation, normalization loading, performance tuning and monitoring of the databases.
• Defines data flow; identifies and translates user requirements into data design; provides design documentation for decision support.
• Provides daily oversight of database systems including establishing and managing database accounts, privileges and resources, and assurance of security and data integrity.
• Analyzes current and future agency strategic plans, operating plans, policies and procedures. Provides support to Information Technology management staff on a variety of issues relating to database management
• Performs installation, upgrades, configurations and patch application for database environments. Supports system operations and application use including performance monitoring, system tuning and help desk call support
• Provides consulting in database design, set-up, maintenance, systems integration and operating systems.

Conditions of employment

• Ability to acquire and maintain an Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification to meet DoD Information Assurance Work Force requirements.
• U.S. Citizenship or National
• Suitable for Federal Employment
• Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Position has been designated as Non-critical Sensitive; incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.
• If you have not previously completed a probationary period with the Federal government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period.
• Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with DoD OIG.
• Current DoD civilian employees are not required to submit to drug testing if moving from one Testing Designated Position (TDP) to another with no break in service, unless deemed appropriate on a case-by-case basis.
• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the initial issue date of the referral list.
• Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the Priority Placement Program.
• All qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications

Applicants must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

In addition to the competencies, a qualified candidate's online application and resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-12 within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience is defined as: 1) experience advising users and managers on the principles, concepts or methods used to support database technology; 2) experience analyzing technology programs for ways to increase their efficiency and effectiveness; 3) experience developing and presenting recommendations for improvements; 4) experience coordinating database development and implementation for an organization, ensuring compliance with industry best practices; and 5) experience providing leadership guidance of technical projects.

Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

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

IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR RATING.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under the provisions of the Direct-Hire Authority (DHA), rating, ranking and veterans preference does not apply; therefore, your responses to the questionnaire will not be used to determine a scored rating. All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements, as defined in the job opportunity announcement, will be referred for selection consideration. While veterans' preference does not apply in DHA, preference eligible are encouraged to submit their supporting documentation (DD-214 stating disposition of discharge or character of service, VA letter, SF-15, etc.)During further evaluation, you may be asked to provide additional information or participate in other methods of assessment, such as structured interviews. Individuals who are subject matter experts in the requirements of this position may participate in further evaluations.Your responses will be carefully reviewed and must be supported by factual information in your resume. Inflating or otherwise enhancing your qualifications and errors or omissions may result in lowering your self-rated level or loss of further consideration.