Information Technology Specialist - Washington, United States - Department Of Energy

Description

DutiesThis is an Excepted Service position. This appointment will not confer Competitive Service career-conditional or career tenure status.

This means that if you are selected, you would have to compete with other applicants in open competition to meet requirements for another Federal position, unless you meet the requirements for reinstatement.

Applicants who voluntarily convert from the competitive service, Senior Executive Service, or other pay systems to a non-time limited appointment under this excepted service authority are not afforded "fallback rights" to the pay system previously assigned prior to conversion.

As a full performance GS-14, Information Technology Specialist, you will:As the HQ Information Technology (IT) Operations Manager, you will serve as a recognized expert who advises the executive-level and top management officials in the areas of on-line data systems, desktop applications, work-related Internet applications, and structured programming and analysis needed to meet user requirements.

Maintaining an awareness of the interpersonal climates of the organization, Department of Energy, Headquarters (DOE HQ), and other agencies involved with the mission of cybersecurity and security risk mitigation.

Serve as a leader for the Maintenance review board and is member on the Configuration Management board as well as various standing information management boards, committees and working groups, as well as ad-hoc groups convened by DOE offices.

Provide technical expertise to carry out a variety of tasks involved in systems analysis, systems administration, networks, policy and planning, and internet.

Manage an Information Technology (IT) team (Tier 1 through Tier 3) focused on all HQ communications systems and help desk support areas.

Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. Citizen or National.
This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Subject to satisfactory security and suitability requirements.
May be required to successfully complete a 1-year trial period.

You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).This position has been designated as Special-Sensitive (High Risk) and requires a security clearance at the Q level.

The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain this clearance; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.

In addition, the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance prior to entrance on duty; failure to do so may result in separation from federal service.

The incumbent is required to complete an initial Counterintelligence (CI) evaluation and on a recurring basis, which may include a CI-scope polygraph examination.

This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing thereafter.

Failure to test or a positive result on random drug tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment.

This position does not support 100% remote work.

You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 2 days per pay period.

Limited telework may be available based upon mission requirements of the position.

Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.

This position is not included in a Bargaining Unit.


QualificationsBASIC REQUIREMENT:
Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below:1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.2.

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.3.

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.4.

Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

In addition to the above, individuals must meet the specialized experience listed below:


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following:
Providing support and services related to software, hardware, databases, web resources, networks or enterprise systems.
Contributing to projects by ensuring timelines and the resources needed are available for mission accomplishment.
Providing technical support and troubleshoot computer problems to customer within the organization.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include:

volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

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.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
EducationThere are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional informationThe U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available

EEO Policy:

Reasonable Accommodation Policy:

Veterans Information:

Selective Service Registration:
The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a
conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at Help

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The Department of Energy, Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence uses an application tracking system to evaluate the responses you provide in the applicant assessment questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications necessary for this position.

Then, the HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will conduct a quality review of your application and supporting documentation to determine if your qualifications meet the criteria for referral to the selecting official.

This position is in the excepted service and is being filled in accordance with 50 U.S.C. 3024(v).

All candidates that meet all of the minimum requirements of this position as stated in the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement will be referred to the selecting official.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Enterprise ArchitectureInformation Systems/Network SecurityInformation Technology Performance AssessmentProject ManagementStrategic Thinking

Shared Certificates:
The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations.

You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application.

By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (04/29/2024) of this announcement.
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