Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), Position Description Number D1582P01 and is part of the OH G6, National Guard.
The purpose of this position is to manage the development of the state's enterprise Information Technology (IT) goals, objectives, plans and policies to include identifying business requirements for new systems and developing basic application requirements.
This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Clarification from the agency
Open to current on-board permanent employees within the G6 in the Ohio National Guard.
Duties
As a IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), GS-2210-11, you will perform the following duties:
1. Develops and manages the state IT Plan. Provides support in the planning and analysis phase to ensure the mission and program management principles are documented. Ensures the completion and review of life-cycle trends and cost-benefit analysis for installation information systems and support services. Develops information policies, plans and programs for the state in conjunction with the supervisor and the various division/branch chiefs. Periodically analyzes existing policies and procedures for application of security and information assurance compliance in all planning and IT management activities. Reviews applicable NGB, and Joint Technical Architectures for integration into the state IT architecture. Develops, documents and maintains the state IT architecture in support of the C4 program goals and objectives.
2. Coordinates the completion and review of the various IT reporting requirements in conjunction with the supervisor and all division/branch chiefs. Analyzes the division chiefs' submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance with C4 policies and objectives. Recommends changes and/or improvements. Analyzes and manages the information management internal controls program, analyzing proposed systems determining the program impact and resource requirements along with reviewing budget management functions for program impact and compliance with C4 priorities and objectives.
3. Serves as a key analyst in the IT capital planning process. Completes and reviews the state's IT budget submission to ensure that it reflects the goals and objectives of the organization and that it addresses all state Enterprise requirements. This submission is the basis for the state portion of the NGB Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission. Provides analysis and specifications for review by the organizational chief and the various division/branch chiefs to project fiscal impacts and requirements for budgetary issues. Coordinates with the various C4 program managers in the analysis and reconciliation of fiscal issues in support of information management goals and program objectives. Conducts analysis and audits of assessable C4 programs. Analyzes findings and develops reports noting deficiencies found with suggested corrective actions designed to ensure the effective accomplishments of the C4 program goals, objectives and policies. Analyzes new or proposed regulations, legislation, or operating procedures for impact on the IT programs and operations mission. Develops regulatory and policy documents for the directorate.
4. Coordinates the completion of budget management functions in conjunction with all fiscal managers within the organization. This includes analysis and review of the Annual Funding Program and the impact to the various C4 Program areas. Prepares management reports and funding status based on the initiatives and objectives for review by the supervisor. Analyzes and reviews the organization's projects and policies to ensure compliance with the Enterprise Information Plan objectives. Schedules and attends meetings and conferences. Represents the organization at meetings and on committees. Prepares briefings and reports.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
*The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description PD#: (D1582P01). https://acpol2.army.mil/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
- Incumbent must complete appropriate training and obtain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140 or DOD 8570.01M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level as an IA Technician Level.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Do you possess 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.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS09 gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT and that has equipped you with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Education
If you are using education to qualify for this position, do you possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree?
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
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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 evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Most current SF-50 (if currently a Federal Employee)
3. Official Transcripts (if substituting college education for work experience)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12941122
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12941122
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.