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IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING)

Department of Defense

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As a IT SPECIALIST (POLICY AND PLANNING) at the GS-2210-12 some of your typical work assignments may include:

The Information Technology Specialist is responsible for the organization's enterprise Information Technology goals and objectives, metrics methods and concepts used in developing policies and plans, capital planning process and in evaluating the accomplishing Information Technology goals and objectives. Information Technology Specialist uses performance management/measurement methods, tools, and techniques to plan and carry out difficult and complex assignments in developing new methods, approaches and procedures in evaluating and testing systems. Provides advice and guidance on a wide variety of complex Information Technology security issues. Conduct analyses and recommend resolutions on new or enhanced approaches to delivering Information technology services.

Identifies and defines business and technical requirements applied to design in developing new industry trends in analyzing the IT systems potential on network and data infrastructure. Interprets IT policies, standards, and guideline requirements for acquisition management policies and procedures, cost-benefit analyses to ensure the work efforts achieve the outcome specified within the agency's business strategy, including appropriate strategic, life cycle management and capital IT investment plans.

Assist in project selection, prioritization, evaluation and monitoring, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management and resource allocations. Information Technology Specialist supports of a wide set of products and services within DMDC's portfolio of capabilities to include product planning of product lifecycle. Assist in defining the product vision, and working closely with other internal and external stakeholders in defining the product strategy and roadmap. Supports with the development, acquisition, testing, product improvement and fielding of assigned Information Technology systems in determining business objectives impact on customers internal and external constraints. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in preparing and briefing oral and written communications to varied audiences within the organization. The incumbent provides problem solving, prioritization, and reasoning skills when faced with technical and functional, as well as organizational challenges.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Work Schedule: Full Time
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
  • IA Certification within 6 months of hire
Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service:
  • Improving software quality: The ability to assess new system design methodologies to enhance and maintain high-quality software, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and easy to maintain.
  • Customer requirements: The talent to accurately understand, analyze, and represent customer needs. This involves clearly articulating requirements and ensuring they are validated and aligned with project goals.
  • Risk management: The capacity to effectively identify, prioritize, and measure software development risks. This includes developing mitigation strategies and constantly monitoring for potential threats.
  • Methodology recommendations: The expertise to evaluate and present recommendations for adopting new methodologies and technologies, supported by data showing the potential impact.
  • Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.
  • Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data to identify trends, improve processes, and make informed decisions.
  • Risk Assessment: Ability to identify and assess risks associated with contracts and develop mitigation strategies.

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.

In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210 series.

Requirements for the 2210 series as listed below: 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.


Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ .

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/ )

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.

For more information, please visit

https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does/Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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