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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (APPSW/INET), Position Description Number T5236000 and is part of the MD USPFO, National Guard.
05/19/2023 to 06/02/2023
$89,834 - $116,788 per year
GS 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
12
No
No
MD-11977236-AR-23-188T5
726771100
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
This position may be eligible for up to a 15% recruitment incentive for new federal employees
This position may be eligible for up to a 15% recruitment incentive for new federal employees. A newly appointed employee is defined as an individual receiving their first appointment (regardless of tenure) as an employee of the Federal government; an appointment following a break in service of at least 90 days from a previous appointment; or, under certain circumstances, an appointment when the employee's Federal service during the 90 day period immediately preceding the appointment was limited to one or more of the following: time-limited or nonpermanent appointment in the competitive or excepted service; employment with the Washington, D.C. government on or after October 1, 1987; appointment as an expert or consultant under 5 USC 3109 and 5 CFR Part 304; certain non-appropriated fund employees; or a provisional appointment.
1. Serves as a principal expert and the authoritative source for software application development
providing project leadership to lower-graded specialists. Provides technical guidance for application
analysis and programming to internal and external contacts. Coordinates studies and plans with
other technical personnel in the directorate. Recommends specific requirements for new application
development and improvements to current applications. Determines overall technical design and
structure of websites and web-based applications. Ensures security standards are met. Anticipates
problems, researches trends in system needs, and determines when new or additional
hardware/software is required. (30%)
2. Determines feasibility of the requested applications. Plans, coordinates and accomplishes studies
to identify need for new stand-alone and web-based application requirements. Determines
specifications, equipment and facilities necessary to develop, modify, and implement needed
applications. Designs, develops, implements, monitors, and maintains stand-alone and web-based
applications using software engineering techniques. Develops work plans, program logic, special
instructions, and detailed flow charts covering processes and application needs. Assures software
and systems quality and functionality. Ensures involvement of customer and management
throughout the development process. Works with customers to test applications and ensure desired
functionality is attained. Performs application maintenance. (30%)
3. Analyzes National Guard Bureau (NGB), agency and locally developed standard/stovepipe
systems to determine needed additions. Develops new applications using software-engineering
techniques that enhance existing stovepipe systems.Attends conferences and seminars that deal
with Software Engineering and application development. (20%)
4. Develops reports on the status of projects. Implements project management principles. Drafts
project plans, assigns tasks, monitors progress, and resolves critical issues. Achieves cost goals,
schedule goals, and performance goals. Develops and documents internal Standard Operating
Procedures/Instructions (SOP/SOIs) for application development. Creates new guidelines and
recommends Engineering Change Proposal - Software (ECP-S) through proponent agencies. Writes
and maintains application documentation for internal code. Writes and maintains documentation to
include user manuals, help files, and installation guides. Coordinates the demonstration of new and
enhanced applications to customers and management. Provides training on application
implementation, including classroom instruction and Computer Based Training (CBT) development.
(20%)
Performs other duties as assigned.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
1. This position conducts information assurance functions. The incumbent shall comply with the
requirements of the certification program and will be required to obtain and maintain certification.
Certification requirements are outlined in DoD Instruction 8570.01-M
2. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the
appropriate security clearance.
3. The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National
Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
4. Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational
requirements or contingencies.
5. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform
temporary duty assignments.
6. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for,
or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14
calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
If you are using Education to qualify for this position,
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
--Knowledge required by this position must include a high level understanding of the information
management systems and their impact on each other.
--Technical expertise in application software development methods for integrating and optimizing
components within the area of responsibility.
--Technical expertise in applications software development concepts and techniques sufficient to
applying computer assisted software engineering tools to the design and development process.
--In-depth understanding of computer equipment and assigned system software in order to provide
guidance to less experienced co-workers in resolving programming problems.
--Knowledge of current state-of-the-art application software development and related computer
equipment sufficient to design, evaluate code, test, and de-bug large and complex programs.
--Technical expertise in requirement analysis methods to develop systems modifications and
knowledge of pertinent government regulations.
--Knowledge of and skill in applying IT concepts, principles, methods, and practices along with
current programming/scripting languages, internet technologies and protocols in order to analyze
the internet potential of systems, networks, and data; new and emerging information technologies
and/or industry trends; and the command IT infrastructure for creating internet applications that
enhance user-developed content; meeting business and technical requirements; providing internet
services that optimize customer experience; and creating web pages.
--In-depth knowledge of the organizational structures, functions, work processes/programs of
agency organizations, as well as a high degree of analytical ability to gather, assemble, and analyze
facts, draw conclusions, and devise solutions to problems which will increase the effectiveness of
the functional area business process.
--Knowledge of cost benefit analysis to analyze and study current and desired systems and
recommend the most cost-effective systems for local application or web-based application.
--Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally.
--Ability to communicate complex software development and analysis requirements to non-technical
personnel (e.g., end users, functional area experts and management).
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference.
- 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15.
- 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11977236
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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