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Lead Information Technology Specialist (APPSW)

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
OD/OCPL
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Summary

The NIH Office of Communications & Public Liaison Online Information Branch (OLIB) within the NIH Office of the Director is NIH's central resource for reporters seeking information, interviews, and media assets about NIH and its 27 Institutes and Centers. Our office provides management oversight and guidance for NIH's digital communication to ensure its information is communicated to the appropriate audiences using multiple channels.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
04/04/2024 to 04/08/2024
Salary
$139,395 to - $181,216 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 14
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Montgomery County, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
14
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Moderate Risk (MR)
Trust determination process
Announcement number
NIH-OD-DE-24-12309375
Control number
784956400

Duties

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  • Responsible for providing high level consultation and direction to professionals and senior management in areas of systems development, systems deployment and technical feasibility.
  • Must be able to translate complex technical subject matter in order to communicate to both junior-level and senior-level staff.
  • Leads in developing and implementing strategies, standards, and guidelines for software/online testing.
  • Develops schedules, milestones and reporting procedures for his/her own projects, as well as technical projects led by others.
  • Plans and leads the systems analysis, design, programming, testing, and installation of the proposed systems

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
  • Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
  • Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-14 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements:

One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates IT related experience in each of the following four competencies:
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 above; have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector typically gained in the IT field or through performing the following types of IT tasks: 1) Providing consultation to stakeholders in areas of systems development, systems deployment and technical feasibility 2) Planning the systems analysis, design, programming, testing, and installation of systems 3) Supporting the implementation of system integration and acceptance testing operations for assigned systems software 4) Configuring open-source Drupal Web Content Management Systems (WCMS or CMS) and the development of websites and modules within this framework 5) Developing technical and written deliverables and products and 6) Providing a full range of technical support by reviewing code and other technical work output of technical staff.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12309375

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

  • PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration
  • We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions.
  • The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
  • The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
  • Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • 1.Knowledge of IT systems' integration principles, methods and standards.
  • 2. Knowledge of applications software design principles and development concepts.
  • 3. Ability to perform IT project management duties an functions.
  • 4. Ability to communicate technical advise, recommendations or information to system users and technical and non- technical staff.


If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and responses to the online questionnaire will be evaluated under Category Rating and selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
  • Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
  • Well Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
  • Qualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirements
The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Applicants determined to be Best Qualified will be referred for further consideration. Preference eligibles in the Best Qualified category are referred before all other applicants.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings by the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as having knowledge of your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin prior to receiving an offer.

To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.

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