Skip to main content
U.S. flag
 

Information Technology Specialist (Web Developer) Direct Hire

U.S. International Trade Commission
Office of the Chief Information Officer

Summary

The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Overview

Help
Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 08/11/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 11, 2026
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$70,623 - $111,087 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Promotion potential
13
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
DH-26-59-DF
Control number
878260700

This job is open to

Help

Clarification from the agency

This position is being filled under the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hiring Authority (DHA). Under DHA Veterans' preference does not apply. Traditional competitive rating and ranking procedures are not required. Qualified applicants are evaluated based on minimum qualification requirements and job-related competencies. Selections may be made without regard to category ranking procedures.

Duties

Help

MAJOR DUTIES

  • Ensures USITC production websites are effectively maintained and available, website content is up-to-date, and helps identify and resolve basic website issues.
  • Supports the overall technical implementation of the USITC's Internet and intranet website services,
  • Supports the secure configuration, administration and optimization of web technologies and third-party software hosting or integrated with agency websites
  • Operates web monitoring tools to collect and review usage and performance data and reports findings to senior Web Team staff.
  • Assists with implementing projects by following established software-development and project-management practices.

Requirements

Help

Conditions of employment

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or national.
  • 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
  • Selectee must obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
  • You may be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement.

Qualifications

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.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERIES 2210

Individual Occupational Requirements
To qualify, applicants must demonstrate proficiency at or above the minimum level established for each required competency applicable to the grade level, in addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements.

Specialized Experience
To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-07 level. Specialized experience is defined as

1) Applying secure software development and testing practices throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in accordance with Agile software development methodologies to ensure the delivery of secure, reliable, and high-quality web applications.

2) Demonstrated experience with all phases of the SDLC, including the design, development, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of public-facing websites utilizing a Content Management System (CMS) within a Linux-based operating system environment.

3) Following established policies, procedures, and governance processes to update, maintain, and publish website content while meeting established service level agreements (SLAs) for timeliness, accuracy, and quality of deliverables.

4) Using web analytics and monitoring tools, such as Google Analytics, to collect, analyze, and interpret website usage, performance, and user engagement metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of website functionality and user experience.

or

Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related

To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-09 level. Specialized experience is defined as

1) Designing, implementing, and maintaining public-facing websites using the Drupal Content Management System (CMS), including performing system administration functions for Drupal and integrated third-party technologies.

2) Ability to design user-centered website front-end interfaces in accordance with industry best practices for usability and user experience while ensuring compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable accessibility standards.

3) Supporting the integration, administration, and optimization of web technologies, including Drupal and third-party software, to enhance website performance, manage user access, and maintain secure operations through the timely application of software updates and remediation of security vulnerabilities.

or

Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related

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.

Education

GS-9: To substitute education for specialized experience, you must possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or
2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related; or you may combine specialized experience and graduate level education which totals at least 100 percent. (school transcript required by closing date)

GS-11: To substitute education for specialized experience, you must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related; or you may combine specialized experience and graduate level education which totals at least 100 percent. (school transcript required by closing date)

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Additional information

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period 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 period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Employment of Relatives
Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/3110 and https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/2302

Background Investigation
To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, USITC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully completed a background investigation. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

The agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance.

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.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
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/.

Vacancy ID number: DH-26-59-DF

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.

BASIS OF RATING

USA Hire Assessment

The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

SME Review
If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your resume will be evaluated by a Subject Matter Expert Panel (SME). Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience(s) as it relates to this job opportunity.

If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be excluded from further consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

You will be further evaluated on the following Competencies required for the position:

  • Software Engineering
  • Customer Service
  • Web Technology
  • Technical Competence

This announcement uses the Rule of Many method under 5 CFR ยง 332.402. If set number/percentage: All applicants tied at the cut line will be referred.

We will provide the selecting official with a sufficient number of names, when available, to consider at least three candidates per vacancy. If fewer than three eligible and available candidates per vacancy result, we will expand the group in accordance with our pre-announced supplement strategy and OPM policy.

We DO NOT require a separate narrative statement responding to the competencies; however, your resume must CLEARLY show possession of these competencies. If you meet the qualifications stated above and you are among the top candidates your application may be referred to the Selecting Official for further review.

To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13020640

U.S. International Trade Commission

The USITC is a dynamic and mission-driven agency.

Candidates seeking to join our agency 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.

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC or Commission) is an independent, nonpartisan, quasi-judicial federal agency established by Congress with a range of trade-related mandates. The Commission adjudicates whether: (1) dumped or subsidized imports injure a domestic industry; (2) surges of fairly traded imports injure a domestic industry; and (3) imports infringe a domestic intellectual property right or otherwise unfairly injure a domestic industry. In addition, the Commission provides independent, objective, and timely analysis of trade and competitiveness issues to the President, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), and Congress; and maintains the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

Agency contact information

Delon Ford
Email
delon.l.ford@usitc.gov
Address
Office of the Chief Information Officer
500 E St SW
Washington, DC 20436
US

Visit our careers page

Learn more about what it's like to work at U.S. International Trade Commission, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

http://www.usitc.gov

Your session is about to expire!

Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. Any unsaved data will be lost if you allow the session to expire. Click the button below to continue your session.