Summary About the Position: Serves as an Information Technologist Specialist performing work, independently or as a member of a team, in the design, development, testing, delivery, and support of information technology (IT) web-based applications, databases, and services. Responsibilities Manage a large amount of software procurements and license certifications for Engineering Division (EN Division). Designs and programs efficient and effective applications through optimal use of reusable components. Provide advice and guidance pertinent to corporate database IT equipment, software, current and potential applications, and the operation and maintenance of the system (s). Utilize Continuous Process Improvements (CPI) to create Hardware/Software QMS processes for procurement and delivery of hardware/software components. Conducts research to identify suitable laptop models that meet operational requirements and compatibility with existing systems. Provide staff assistance, advice, and guidance, and conducts broad and intensive studies both in the administrative and technical areas, concerning the use of the multiple database management systems and the most current technology available for use. Perform trouble-shooting efforts that occurs with the hardware/software and works closely with ACE-IT techs and chiefs to solve issues. Use MS Access and general database concepts to extract data from financial management software, Primavera, and MS Project, prepare queries, and generate reports. Collaborates with stakeholders to translate functional specifications into technical designs and robust applications. Conduct After-Action- Reviews (AARs) with each product implemented to ensure the customer’s expectations have been met. Work with customers and test applications, software and systems quality and functionality to ensure high reliability and optimal availability of the applications. Serve as a technical consultant to EN Division regarding design specifications for physical databases, use of high-level programming languages and report writers. Manage multiple Database Management Systems for EN Division. Installs new hardware or replaces malfunctioning components to restore full operational capacity. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Civilian Employees of the Command Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience For the GS-9: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which is defined as: 1) Providing software development and data system development support; 2) Implementing design changes in response to changes in customer functional requirements; 3) Analyzing and translating technical specifications into integrated systems for business processes; and 4) Technical proficiency in software development, data science, and/or data systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07). Specialized Experience For the GS-11: one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service which is defined as: ) Assisting with planning and executing IT-related assignments using conventional approaches and techniques; 2) Translating functional and technical requirements into database designs and application prototypes; 3) Validating and testing application software development quality, logic and functionality by following coding standards and participating in coding reviews; 4) Ensuring compliance with software development, information security/information assurance standards, policies and practices; 5) Working with customers/end users to support, develop, test and troubleshoot applications. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09). Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Information Technology Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: