IT Specialist at Department Of Commerce
Boulder, CO 80301
About the Job
Duties
As an IT Specialist, you will perform the following duties:
Advises in the development and implementation of Office of Spectrum Management (OSM) automated spectrum management tools, products, and capabilities, and an expert in project management for IT implementation
Provides oversight and leadership in the execution of broad and complex technology initiatives to effectively service the Federal spectrum management business requirements
Identify requirements for infrastructure configuration or change management, and develop Information System testing strategies, plans or scenarios.Advises in the development and implementation of OSM automated spectrum management tools, products, and capabilities, and an expert in project management for IT implementation
Provides oversight and leadership in the execution of broad and complex technology initiatives to effectively service the Federal spectrum management business requirements
Identifies requirements for infrastructure configuration or change management, and develop Information System testing strategies, plans or scenarios.Identifies and mitigates risks
Utilizes project management software tools to ensure projects are kept on schedule and within budget by applying various project management methodologies
These include cost and time estimates, performance metrics and identifying and managing project risks and dependencies.Provides briefings on all aspects of the project and understand the organizational mission and corporate direction.Communicates policies, direction, and needs to ensure resources are aligned with IT strategic direction.This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other IT Specialist GS-2210-14 FPL 14 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.
This position is also advertised under NTIA-OSM-ST
You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S
citizen to apply for this position.You must successfully pass a background investigation
This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs.You must be able to attain and maintain a SECRET clearance.A probationary or trial period may be required.Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards
This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position
This experience need not have been in the federal government.
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.OPM QUALIFICATION STANDARD: OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Information Technology (IT) Management 2210 Series(Alternative A)
To qualify at the GS-14 level you must meet the following requirements:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position
This experience need not have been in the federal government
You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service performing the following InformationTechnology(IT) related duties
Specialized experience is defined as:Providing electromagnetic spectrum-related technical input to IT software projects and acquisitions;Directing IT projects to ensure established milestones and budget goals;Developing Spectrum Information System testing strategies, plans, or scenarios; and,Providing presentations or briefings on all aspects of a project, detailing the organizational mission and corporate direction.Education
There is no positive education requirement for this position.Additional informationThe following links provide information on various hiring authorities that do not fall under competitive examining procedures; however, they may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment.Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA)30% or more disabled veteransPersons with disabilitiesCareer Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)ICTAP and CTAP Eligibles: CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100
Information about ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: Employee Guide to Career TransitionCTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees
If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office
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
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility 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.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position
If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, we will compare your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True/False, Yes/No, Multiple Choice questions) and place you in one of the three pre-defined categories
The categories are "gold", "silver" and "bronze"
However, your resume or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score may be lowered
Candidates placed in the "gold" category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview.
How you will be evaluated for preference eligibility: Within each category, those entitled to veterans' preference will be listed at the top of the pre-defined category for which they are placed
Preference eligible with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category (gold) depending on the position and grade level of the job
For more information on Category Rating, please go to Category Rating.
The scored occupational questionnaire will evaluate you on the following competencies; please do not provide a separate written response:
Technical Competence Information Technology Program Management Risk ManagementWritingOral Communication
Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume/application
If any are included, you will be deemed INELIGIBLE for consideration.
Classified or government sensitive informationSocial Security Number (SSN)Photos of yourselfPersonal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process
To preview the questionnaire, click the following link:
As an IT Specialist, you will perform the following duties:
Advises in the development and implementation of Office of Spectrum Management (OSM) automated spectrum management tools, products, and capabilities, and an expert in project management for IT implementation
Provides oversight and leadership in the execution of broad and complex technology initiatives to effectively service the Federal spectrum management business requirements
Identify requirements for infrastructure configuration or change management, and develop Information System testing strategies, plans or scenarios.Advises in the development and implementation of OSM automated spectrum management tools, products, and capabilities, and an expert in project management for IT implementation
Provides oversight and leadership in the execution of broad and complex technology initiatives to effectively service the Federal spectrum management business requirements
Identifies requirements for infrastructure configuration or change management, and develop Information System testing strategies, plans or scenarios.Identifies and mitigates risks
Utilizes project management software tools to ensure projects are kept on schedule and within budget by applying various project management methodologies
These include cost and time estimates, performance metrics and identifying and managing project risks and dependencies.Provides briefings on all aspects of the project and understand the organizational mission and corporate direction.Communicates policies, direction, and needs to ensure resources are aligned with IT strategic direction.This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other IT Specialist GS-2210-14 FPL 14 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.
This position is also advertised under NTIA-OSM-ST
-25-12564646
, which is open to Merit Promotion eligible applicantsYou must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S
citizen to apply for this position.You must successfully pass a background investigation
This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs.You must be able to attain and maintain a SECRET clearance.A probationary or trial period may be required.Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see
https://www.sss.gov/).If
you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.A Drug Test is required and except as prohibited by law, all applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and appointed the incumbent will be subjected to random drug testing procedures.License required: NOPre-employment physical required: NOBargaining Unit Position: NOConfidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): YESPermanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: WILL NOT be paid QualificationsQualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.SOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards
This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position
This experience need not have been in the federal government.
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.OPM QUALIFICATION STANDARD: OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Information Technology (IT) Management 2210 Series(Alternative A)
To qualify at the GS-14 level you must meet the following requirements:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position
This experience need not have been in the federal government
You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service performing the following InformationTechnology(IT) related duties
Specialized experience is defined as:Providing electromagnetic spectrum-related technical input to IT software projects and acquisitions;Directing IT projects to ensure established milestones and budget goals;Developing Spectrum Information System testing strategies, plans, or scenarios; and,Providing presentations or briefings on all aspects of a project, detailing the organizational mission and corporate direction.Education
There is no positive education requirement for this position.Additional informationThe following links provide information on various hiring authorities that do not fall under competitive examining procedures; however, they may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment.Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA)30% or more disabled veteransPersons with disabilitiesCareer Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)ICTAP and CTAP Eligibles: CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100
Information about ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: Employee Guide to Career TransitionCTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees
If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office
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
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility 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.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position
If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the vacancy announcement, we will compare your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True/False, Yes/No, Multiple Choice questions) and place you in one of the three pre-defined categories
The categories are "gold", "silver" and "bronze"
However, your resume or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score may be lowered
Candidates placed in the "gold" category will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview.
How you will be evaluated for preference eligibility: Within each category, those entitled to veterans' preference will be listed at the top of the pre-defined category for which they are placed
Preference eligible with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category (gold) depending on the position and grade level of the job
For more information on Category Rating, please go to Category Rating.
The scored occupational questionnaire will evaluate you on the following competencies; please do not provide a separate written response:
Technical Competence Information Technology Program Management Risk ManagementWritingOral Communication
Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume/application
If any are included, you will be deemed INELIGIBLE for consideration.
Classified or government sensitive informationSocial Security Number (SSN)Photos of yourselfPersonal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process
To preview the questionnaire, click the following link:
