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Computer Assistant

Department of Defense
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
633RD Medical Group

Summary

About the Position: This position falls under the Defense Health Agency-Atlantic Network at the 633RD Medical Group, providing support in the administration of Medical Treatment Facility computer systems, hardware and software and peripheral equipment under the Directorate of Resource Management, Medical Information Systems.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/08/2026 to 05/13/2026
Salary
$62,640 - $81,436 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Langley AFB, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational - as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
HSJT-26-12954035-DHA
Control number
868470300

Duties

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  • Establish and manage user accounts, to include determining and maintaining user privilege levels.
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot hardware, software, Wide Area Network and Local Area Network problems where applicable, and coordinate with other agencies to ensure timely resolution.
  • Record and report Information Technology incidents as they occur to effectively track outages and types of interruptions to service and to build a knowledge base for future problem resolution.
  • Provide input to the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) Continuity of Operation Plan (COOP) procedures for system disaster recovery (COOP recovery includes reestablishment of multiple systems).
  • Provide information management services, to include data analysis, to determine trends in use or performance that could lead to future problems.
  • Research, evaluate, and provide feedback on problematic trends and patterns in customer support requirements for the Medical Treatment Facility.
  • Participate in planning, monitoring, testing, maintaining, and operating multiple client systems-based platforms to maintain risk management, accreditation, and certification package.
  • Make recommendations for system improvements.
  • Ensure enhancements are compatible with existing infrastructure and coordinate with other agencies to ensure compliance standards are met.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
  • This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing.
  • This position may require travel outside of the commuting area, 5%.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • This is an Information Assurance Workforce position. Must meet position requirements for certification at Level II in Information Assurance Technical (IAT-II) within six (6) months or less of entrance on duty. Security+ Certification required.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination to ensure the required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which includes, 1) Providing guidance on system changes; 2) Troubleshooting hardware and/or software problems with the network, and 3) Maintaining network systems to ensure operational standards are met, providing technical assistance regarding network to minimize disruptions.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirements using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Advanced In-hire (salary negotiations) may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Enhanced Leave Accrual for civilian experience may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

As an integrated health care system, the Defense Health Agency delivers healthcare services across the Department of Defense and enables combat support to the Joint Force as a strategic partner. Through a robust healthcare delivery system, and a dedicated team of inspired professionals, the Agency ensures the worldwide delivery of medical, dental, and pharmacy programs to more than 9.5 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families, by improving health and building readiness

Anytime, Anywhere-Always.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
JT-DD83BO ATLANTIC DHN - LANGLEY
DO NOT MAIL
Hampton, VA 23665
US

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