Clarification from the agency

Indefinite appointments may be made permanent at a later date without competition. In order to be eligible for this position you must Currently be an Enlisted member (E5/SGT - E9/SGM) or Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W2/CW2) in the Virginia Army National Guard.

As an IT Spec (Network) (Title 32), GS-2210-12, you will perform the below duties:

1. Serves as computer network engineer. Develops, defines, assesses and recommends concepts or solutions to implement network designs, policies and procedures that will result in continual upgrade, enhancement and optimization of the state's wide area command and control network and that will ensure proper network configuration and standardization. Applies extensive knowledge of computer network engineering and related disciplines to ensure that emerging technologies are considered in the development of technical refreshment of network components and configurations.
2. Monitors the network management system for the state's wide area command and control/distributed training network to troubleshoot the immediate and geographically dispersed local and wide area networks. Implements and tracks diverse network protocol schemes, perform network baseline monitoring, and network capacity management. Sets the standards for the configuration and monitoring for a broad variety of network devices such as routers, switches, hubs, bridges, firewall, remote access systems, virtual private network, and intrusion detection and security systems. Monitors network trouble ticket system to track systems anomalies and provide management reports.
3. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COR) in the review and acceptance of network systems contractual work. Coordinates with procurement officials in developing statements of work containing quantities of required support. Provides technical advice and guidance to the directorate and to contractor personnel to facilitate tasks and projects.
4. Acts as the project lead on special projects related to the interrelationships of multiple C4 disciplines (voice, data and video). Writes technical specifications for customized solutions to state network projects. Reviews proposed solutions, oversees project implementation, and ensures compliance with project specifications. Re-engineers products to correct malfunctions and/or enhance performance.
5. Monitors and reports network systems performance to interpret results and implement performance enhancements.
6. Serves as a project manager during the implementation of C4 projects. Develops policies and procedures to insure the needs of the various supported organizations do not adversely effect system performance.
7. Develops policies and procedures to maximize network operations.
8. Performs project management on all network modifications (voice, video and data), architecture and enhancements.
9. Uses standard business practices when reviewing network architecture improvements to insure systems provide sufficient return on their investment. Manages projects approved for implementation, which include network consolidation and/or growth. Redesigns network architecture to insure sufficient bandwidth is available to support the future requirements of the organization.
10. May be assigned to assist the chief by performing limited leader responsibilities. Distributes and balances workload among employees. Gives on-the-job training to lower-graded employees. Approves leave for assigned employees. Provides input into annual performance appraisals. Resolves simple complaints and grievances, referring the more serious ones to the supervisor. Recommends training needs for employees. Provides input to the supervisor concerning selections, promotions, reassignments, recognition of outstanding performance.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This position is not located at a bargaining unit.
• All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs).
• May be made permanent at a later date without competition.

Qualifications

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.

NOTE: This position is being advertised as an indefinite appointment and applicant selected may be released at any time subject to a 30 day notice, and advised of his/her rights and benefits to which entitled. In the event a permanent employee is accepted for this indefinite position, there will be a change in their tenure from permanent to indefinite. Indefinite appointments may be made permanent at a later date without competition.

NOTE: All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs).

WHO CAN APPLY:
GROUP I - All qualified Male/Female Enlisted member (E5/SGT - E9/SGM) or Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W2/CW2) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program.
GROUP II - All qualified Virginia Army National Guard Male/Female Enlisted member (E5/SGT - E9/SGM) or Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W2/CW2) regardless of employment status (Traditional, Military Technician or AGR). To be considered as a Group II applicant, proof of appointment/enlistment in the Virginia National Guard must be attached if the appointment/enlistment occurred within 60 days prior to, or during, the advertisement period.

Military Grades: Enlisted member (E5/SGT - E9/SGM) or Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W2/CW2)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have experience demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, oral communication and problem solving.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-11 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government? This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as:

1. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
2. Experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization.
3. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls.
4. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment.

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):

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing:

• Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
• Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
• Education, certifications or licensures.

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