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Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
Houston, TX (On-Site/Office)
Duties
At a Major command or region level, performs duties in the delivery of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Management Information Systems
(MIS). Responsible for integrating automated applications into all aspects of MWR operations, which may include Recreation, Business, Army Community Services, Support Services and Child and Youth. Oversees the development and implementation of procedures and actions in support of automated programs required by installation program managers. Serves as liaison for MWR MIS applications between the Region, Garrison, Director MWR, and subordinate functional administrators.
Applies advanced information technology (IT) principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices to plan and carry out difficult and complex assignments and develop new methods, approaches, and procedures. Oversees and supports the implementation of the MWR MIS applications to include collecting and maintaining up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes IAW higher headquarters. Applies methods for identifying and resolving IT workforce issues.
Monitors applicable databases at subordinate commands to ensure users are conducting business in compliance with standards. Ensures compliance with internal management controls IAW regulations, policies and procedures. Develops and implements MWR MIS automation systems for smaller Garrisons that do not have a functional administrator. Identifies, coordinates and conducts MIS training (i.e. MWRA, contractor, FMWRC, SME, CST, etc.) allowing users at all levels to maintain proficiency and fully utilize applications.
Determines MWR MIS operation requirements and provides/develops solutions within MIS capabilities. Responsible for implementing information security and information assurance policies, principles, and practices. Reports the status of MWR MIS applications and issues throughout the region to the Region MWR Director. Provides feedback and recommends engineering change proposals for functional enhancements to higher headquarters. Ensures implementation of approved changes as applicable at subordinate commands.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position.
Progressive work experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above. Work experience must include technical knowledge of automated applications, information technology, security requirements, and the ability to prepare written briefings and conduct oral presentations. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and direct work/project activities. The demonstrated work experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower pay level.
All Qualified applicants will be rated against the highly qualifying criteria by a rating panel for evaluation of the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Those applicants determined to be highly qualified will be referred to the hiring official for consideration. The highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference checks.
All answers to the Highly Qualifying Criteria must be demonstrated in your resume to get credit.
Preferred are candidates who possess the experience required above and a wide range of management experience in more than one MWR functional area (i.e., recreation, business programs, contracting, procurement, accounting, financial management, automation, etc) and working knowledge of a minimum of two (2) MWR MIS applications (e.g. FoodTRAK, Caterease, AMF or Brunswick bowling systems, bingo systems, and RecTrac) or equivalent systems. Strong project management skills and experience leading multiple enterprise projects. Experience in Army or other DOD information technology governance to include IT portfolio management, configurations control boards, security framework requirements, procurement approvals etc.
Education
Education is not required for this position and will not be utilized in determining minimum qualifications or as a substitution for experience unless indicated in the vacancy. If you would like for your education to be considered by the hiring panel as part of your overall accomplishments, you must attach copies of transcripts (online transcripts will be accepted). Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click .
Additional information
At a Major command or region level, performs duties in the delivery of Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Management Information Systems
(MIS). Responsible for integrating automated applications into all aspects of MWR operations, which may include Recreation, Business, Army Community Services, Support Services and Child and Youth. Oversees the development and implementation of procedures and actions in support of automated programs required by installation program managers. Serves as liaison for MWR MIS applications between the Region, Garrison, Director MWR, and subordinate functional administrators.
Applies advanced information technology (IT) principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices to plan and carry out difficult and complex assignments and develop new methods, approaches, and procedures. Oversees and supports the implementation of the MWR MIS applications to include collecting and maintaining up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes IAW higher headquarters. Applies methods for identifying and resolving IT workforce issues.
Monitors applicable databases at subordinate commands to ensure users are conducting business in compliance with standards. Ensures compliance with internal management controls IAW regulations, policies and procedures. Develops and implements MWR MIS automation systems for smaller Garrisons that do not have a functional administrator. Identifies, coordinates and conducts MIS training (i.e. MWRA, contractor, FMWRC, SME, CST, etc.) allowing users at all levels to maintain proficiency and fully utilize applications.
Determines MWR MIS operation requirements and provides/develops solutions within MIS capabilities. Responsible for implementing information security and information assurance policies, principles, and practices. Reports the status of MWR MIS applications and issues throughout the region to the Region MWR Director. Provides feedback and recommends engineering change proposals for functional enhancements to higher headquarters. Ensures implementation of approved changes as applicable at subordinate commands.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required upon appointment
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
- Satisfactory completion of employment verification (E-Verify) check
- One year probationary period may be required
- A valid passport may be required for overseas travel
QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position.
Progressive work experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above. Work experience must include technical knowledge of automated applications, information technology, security requirements, and the ability to prepare written briefings and conduct oral presentations. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and direct work/project activities. The demonstrated work experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower pay level.
All Qualified applicants will be rated against the highly qualifying criteria by a rating panel for evaluation of the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Those applicants determined to be highly qualified will be referred to the hiring official for consideration. The highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference checks.
All answers to the Highly Qualifying Criteria must be demonstrated in your resume to get credit.
Preferred are candidates who possess the experience required above and a wide range of management experience in more than one MWR functional area (i.e., recreation, business programs, contracting, procurement, accounting, financial management, automation, etc) and working knowledge of a minimum of two (2) MWR MIS applications (e.g. FoodTRAK, Caterease, AMF or Brunswick bowling systems, bingo systems, and RecTrac) or equivalent systems. Strong project management skills and experience leading multiple enterprise projects. Experience in Army or other DOD information technology governance to include IT portfolio management, configurations control boards, security framework requirements, procurement approvals etc.
Education
Education is not required for this position and will not be utilized in determining minimum qualifications or as a substitution for experience unless indicated in the vacancy. If you would like for your education to be considered by the hiring panel as part of your overall accomplishments, you must attach copies of transcripts (online transcripts will be accepted). Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click .
Additional information
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be authorized based upon eligibility and a determination that a PCS move is in the Government interest.
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the .
- The Duty Station for this position is located at Fort Sam Houston, TX. You will be expected to physically reside within commuting distance of Fort Sam Houston, TX. Situational telework can be provided for weather-related emergencies, office closures, or other situations where telework serves a compelling Agency need.
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- It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
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