IT Specialist (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH)

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Certain Competitive Service / Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will research, review, and interpret policies/regulations, develop partnering contacts internally and within the AOR, attend battle rhythm meetings, conferences, exercises, conventions, or other activities as needed. You will be responsible for collaborating with the branch chief and coworkers to manage/maintain an appropriate share of tasks, duties, and specialized skillsets, to ensure accurate distribution amongst the different analysts throughout the branch. You will make recommendations on trends, future state, and de-conflict any issues that may arise. You will manage projects as assigned and conduct associated project management activities. You will monitor project activities and resources to mitigate risk. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. 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. 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. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. In addition: GS-12: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience may include some or all of the following: 1) Leading analysis and production of C4 operational readiness assessments to support planning and leadership decision-making on C4 resources; 2) Researching, reviewing, and interpreting policies/regulations, developing partnering contacts, and attending meetings; 3) Collecting operational information and providing summaries; 4) Monitoring project activities and resources to mitigate risks. GS-11: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience may include some or all of the following: 1) Supporting analysis and production of C4 operational readiness assessments to support planning and leadership decision-making on C4 resources; 2) Researching, reviewing, and interpreting policies/regulations, developing partnering contacts, and attending meetings; 3) Assisting with the collection of operational information and providing summaries; 4) Assisting with monitoring project activties and resources to mitigate risks. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alternative A) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Education Education Substitution for the GS-11: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. There is no substitution of education for the GS-12 Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.