Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations; Assistant Director, Operations Division. The selectee will serve as the Industrial Control Systems Specialist for the Capitol Power Plant and be responsible for communicating the functional requirements and specifications for the operation, reliability and maintenance of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) located at the Capitol Power Plant (CPP).
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Applications will be accepted from all U.S. citizens.
Please be advised that federal retired annuitant candidates may only be considered as a temporary employee if the role can be filled in that capacity.
Duties
**Must possess a valid State or D.C. Driver's License.**
The CPP operates around the clock to provide steam for heating and chilled water for air conditioning to the buildings of the U.S. Capitol including the House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate the Library of Congress and the Supreme Court. This position is emergency essential. The specialist is required to report to work during emergencies, failure of plant machinery and equipment and inclement weather situations to support the critical mission of the Capitol Power Plant. The tour of duty is normally scheduled Monday through Friday during the work week.
Major Duties:
Repairs, adjusts and calibrates distribution and primary facility energy meters (e.g. electric, steam, chilled water and condensate return system meters) including sub-meters including flow, pressure, conductivity and temperature meters.
- Serves as a specialist in the implementation, maintenance and operation of CPP ICS for assigned operations. Provides input into the development of a plan of action or project plan to develop functional specifications necessary to carry out the requirements of the CPP ICS.
- Collects, interprets and develops specialized information about plant and distribution equipment, systems or subsystems. Interprets drawings for multisystem complexes such as the complete P&ID systems schematics, DCS architecture plans and ICS logic sequences, including numerous interconnections of signal paths both between and within individual subsystems of the multisystem complex.
- Makes recommendations to the ICS Program Manager on procedural and technical changes necessary to modify equipment processing to resolve alarms and operational impediments. Reviews the effect of recommended modifications on CPP ICS.
- Collaborates with manufacturers, engineers, resource management officials and technical representatives concerning the availability, development and status of integrated products and technical information for use in preparing provisioning documentation, maintenance support plans, training and publications requirements, instrument accessories and equipment modifications.
- Plans and coordinates the installation, configuration and implementation of major hardware or software upgrades to the systems environment. Oversees testing to ensuring minimal disruption to operations. Advises plant affected personnel by providing implementation support.
- Installs, tests and implements vendor-supplied modifications to existing system. Independently determines the feasibility of installing modifications and schedules implementation to ensure continuity of operations.
- Independently diagnoses and resolves trouble calls in the technical area. Analyzes malfunctions, devises repair procedures and performs the repairs. Keeps up-to-date on technical developments and makes recommendations for systems environment improvements and upgrades. Develops and conducts training sessions, demonstrations and classes on the new or modified system.
- Performs backup, restoration, reorganization and recovery work on the databases and associated files. Monitors database performance and conducts performance tuning activities designed to optimize data management processes. Recommends performance enhancements, such as increasing storage capacity or modifying interfaces.
- Installs or oversees the installation of virus definition software, Microsoft system updates, ICS system updates and component firmware in accordance with AOC and CPP Policies. Tracks routine PMs and ensures that adequate documentation is kept in accordance with applicable NIST standards, AOC Policy and CPP Procedures.
- Troubleshoots accessibility and availability problems and initiates corrective actions. Analyzes performance data, researches technical solutions and modifies systems and database configurations to correct problems affecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data.
- Conducts comprehensive technical reviews of professional studies, research and analysis in ICS Systems and ICS System Security. Applies findings in the development of projects or operational and maintenance directives. Suggests appropriate consideration of inclusion or change to existing practices, policies and/or programs.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related KSAs.
- You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
- You must be able to pass a drug test.
After hire, the specialist must obtain and maintain Contracting Officers Technical Representative (COTR) training in accordance with AOC policies.
To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:
- A citizen of the United States;
- A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
- A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
- A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
- A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM qualification standards
Qualifying on Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
Candidates for the GS-11 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower GS-09 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is defined as experience in three or more of the following five items: (1) Acting as an expert in two or more of the following areas: design, operation, maintenance, and administration of Industrial Control and Meter Systems (ICS); (2) Assisting in the development or management of an ICS or Meter System during installation of new system, or maintaining such a system; (3) Updating firmware or system software on all components in an ICS and/or energy meters; (4) Performing routine system checks including communications on an ICS and/or Energy Metering System; and (5) Communicating complex technical requirements and alternatives to non-technical personnel, including end users and senior management.
Candidates for the GS-12 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as having experience: (1) Acting as an expert in two or more of the following areas: design, operation, maintenance, and administration of Industrial Control and Meter Systems (ICS); (2) Assisting in the development or management of an ICS or Meter System during installation of new system, or maintaining such a system; (3) Updating firmware or system software on all components in an ICS and/or energy meters; (4) Performing routine system checks including communications on an ICS and/or Energy Metering System; and (5) Communicating complex technical requirements and alternatives to non-technical personnel, including end users and senior management.
Benefits
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.
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
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.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions.
Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:
- Skill and knowledge to act as an administrator for CPP ICS used to generate steam, chilled water and electricity.
- Ability to read a variety of engineering diagrams including equipment layout, plan view, flow diagrams, P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, equipment O&M manuals and service manuals.
- Ability to provide technical assistance related to CPP ICS to Meter Shop and Operations employees and various contractors.
- Ability to interpret instructions, specifications and blueprints.
- Knowledge of the trade occupational hazards and safety precautions while working in confined spaces.
- Practical knowledge of enterprise architecture and administration necessary for analyzing system relationships, making decisions and solving problems regarding appropriate implementation.
- Skill in oral and written communications to present findings and recommendations to all levels; justify and defend decisions and recommendations; and to represent the command at briefings, meetings or other required functions.
Your responses to the self assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or disqualification for further consideration.
Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application). You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Required Documents
The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.
Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC’s Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
If Veterans’ preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
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
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Next steps
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