An independent Federal agency, the U.S. International Commission provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; hears and decides import injury cases; and publishes the United States' tariff schedule. You will find a working environment throughout the Commission that is dedicated to the development of your technical skills and a commitment to provide balance between your work and personal life.
Summary
An independent Federal agency, the U.S. International Commission provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; hears and decides import injury cases; and publishes the United States' tariff schedule. You will find a working environment throughout the Commission that is dedicated to the development of your technical skills and a commitment to provide balance between your work and personal life.
This position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer and will serve as a SharePoint Administrator, the incumbent engineers, implements, maintains and administers the agency's SharePoint content management platform and supports the maintenance and administration of other content management systems (e.g., Drupal) used by the agency, as needed.
Major duties
Provides the optimal implementation, maintenance and administration of the agency's SharePoint content management platform and supports the maintenance and administration of other content management systems (SaaS platforms like BOX, ServiceNow).
Designs, develops and maintains web-based applications using higher level computer languages, frameworks and software packages.
Develops the technical design of software projects, being responsible for all aspects of a project's implementation, and provides software engineering guidance, support and coordination to customers and IT project teams.
Researches and evaluates new technologies, as needed, to determine their feasibility and value for use within the portfolio.
You will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.
You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period
Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service
You must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
You may be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement.
Qualifications
You must meet all requirements below by the closing date of the announcement. Requirements must be clearly identified in your resume and supporting documents.
Specialized Experience
To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 obtained in the federal or private sector which demonstrates all of the following:
1) Ensuring the optimal implementation, maintenance and administration of a SharePoint online, including operations and support for implementing forms, lists, web parts and workflows. AND
2) Performing application programming activities through all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including designing, coding, testing, debugging, deploying and maintaining complex applications following an Agile development methodology, utilizing Microsoft Power Platform and SharePoint Framework, and applying industry-standard procedures and techniques (e.g., configuration management, source code control). AND
3) Providing expert technical analysis of software technologies and products to determine their feasibility for use and to make recommendations on the value of adopting that product for beneficial use in the technology portfolio.
To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have one-year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 obtained in the federal or private sector which demonstrates all of the following:
1) Ensuring the optimal implementation, maintenance and administration of a SharePoint online, including operations and support for implementing forms, lists, web parts and workflows. AND
2) Performing application programming activities through all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including designing, coding, testing, debugging, deploying and maintaining complex applications following an Agile development methodology, utilizing Microsoft Power Platform and SharePoint Framework and applying industry-standard procedures and techniques (e.g., configuration management, source code control). AND
3) Applying project management principles, methods, and practices while working with technical IT experts (both FTE and contractor); coordinate assigned projects from development to production; identify and obtain required resources; develop milestones; and report progress to senior management to achieve cost, schedule and performance goals. AND
4) Providing expert technical analysis of software technologies and products to determine their feasibility for use and to make recommendations on the value of adopting that product for beneficial use in the technology portfolio.
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.
Additional information
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period (competitive service) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.
The Commission may offer recruitment incentives for this position.
Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.
Reasonable accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
In addition to meeting specialized experience requirements, you must have IT-related experience demonstrating these competencies:
Attention to Detail - Is thorough, precise and consistent when accomplishing a task with concern for all the areas involved.
Customer Service - Establishes collaborative working arrangements with business partners and customers to anticipate and identify their needs to determine the most effective high-quality service or solution.
Communication - Communicates in a clear and convincing manner with officials, managers/supervisors, both verbally and in writing in order to advise and gain acceptance with recommendations that may not always be readily accepted.
Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes sound recommendations.
This position is announced under a government-wide Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for INFOSEC positions in the GS-0110 series. Under this Direct-Hire authority, applicants are required to meet minimum qualification requirements at the grade level(s) of interest. Veteran's Preference, Schedule A, Category Rating, and other methods of consideration DO NOT APPLY under Direct-Hire Authority regulations.
Appointments made under this authority will be processed as new appointments to the Civil Service. Current Civil Service employees would, therefore, be given new appointments to the Civil Service. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).
If you are selected for an interview, you can expect a structured panel interview process, which will include between 2 and 4 members.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 02/05/2026
1. Resume -
Your resume must contain the following information:
paid and non-paid experience, including job titles, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), number of hours worked per week, and salary.
knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position.
specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work
names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).
Please ensure all required information is clearly stated on your résumé. Failure to provide adequate information to assess your qualifications may result in an ineligible determination.
2. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) -
The following documents must be submitted to determine eligibility:
a copy of your agency notice.
a copy of your most recent performance rating.
a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
3. Cover Letter - Submission of this information is optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/05/2026 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Office of the Chief Information Officer
500 E St SW
Washington, DC 20436
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position.
You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:
Upon receipt of your application
Upon minimum qualifications determination
After candidates have been referred to the hiring official
Once a selection has been made
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To receive consideration, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 02/05/2026
1. Resume -
Your resume must contain the following information:
paid and non-paid experience, including job titles, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), number of hours worked per week, and salary.
knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position.
specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work
names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).
Please ensure all required information is clearly stated on your résumé. Failure to provide adequate information to assess your qualifications may result in an ineligible determination.
2. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) -
The following documents must be submitted to determine eligibility:
a copy of your agency notice.
a copy of your most recent performance rating.
a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
3. Cover Letter - Submission of this information is optional.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/05/2026 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Office of the Chief Information Officer
500 E St SW
Washington, DC 20436
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position.
You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process:
Upon receipt of your application
Upon minimum qualifications determination
After candidates have been referred to the hiring official
Once a selection has been made
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
