Supervisory Information Technology (IT) Specialist NF-04 Job in Fort Riley, KS

Vacancy No. O2NAFEM-24-12552504 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $75,000.00 to $87,000.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/18/2024 Close Date 9/23/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Riley, KS


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

This position is located within the Fort Riley Support Services Division- IT Services.

This position is currently available to be on the Garrison Resiliency Day Off (RDO) schedule and is eligible for the NAF benefits and leave accrual.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

  • Serves as the Supervisor of the IT Branch, supervising a team of specialists (NF-4/GS-09 level) performing Systems Administration and the delivery of Information Technology.
  • Formulates and publishes technical guidance and standard operating procedures for IT specialists; and ensures that supplies, equipment and other materials are available.
  • Implements systems security plans, policies and preventive maintenance schedules. Using systems diagnostic tools and fault identification techniques, runs tests to verify operability and functionality.
  • Provides ongoing optimization and problem solving support to minimize interruptions in customers' ability to carry out critical business activities.
  • Supervises staff, defines organizational objectives and specific goals of the subordinate IM element, and plans short/ long-range work to be accomplished. Adjusts schedules, objectives, and goals for the workload, personnel required, and priorities.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include an a Tier III investigation.
  • Available during the hours of operation, 7:30 AM- 5:00 PM, Monday- Friday.
  • Availability for on-call after hours emergency situations.

Qualifications

Experience, education and/or specialized training sufficient to demonstrate knowledge and skill in:
  • Principles and methods for integrating information systems components.
  • Performance tuning tools and techniques.
  • System diagnostic tool and fault identification techniques.
  • Systems administration methods.
  • IT security principles.
Demonstrated work experience must be equivalent in complexity, difficulty and responsibility to the next lower pay band level.

* Experience must be clearly stated in resume and education and/or other applicable supporting documentation must be uploaded at time of application in order to be considered.


Highly preferred criteria: Applicants meeting highly preferred criteria will be referred to management first.(Any experience that meets the Highly Preferred Criteria, must be reflected in your resume to receive credit). Highly preferred is defined as having met ALL of the following criteria:
  • Possess CompTIA A+ certification and ability to gain CompTIA Security+ certification within 90 days of coming on-board.
  • Minimum of one year experience with hardware/software security best practices (patches, security updates, etc.), AND networking (LAN and wireless).
  • Minimum of five years experience in IT diagnosing/troubleshooting (CPU, monitors, printers, etc.).
** Experience must be clearly stated in resume and any applicable certificates must be uploaded at time of application in order to be considered as highly preferred.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide.
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 2:00 PM (CST) by 09/23/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a pay-banded position.
  • Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
  • Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives will not be paid.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume



The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA 3434 or equivalent
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12552504. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/23/2024 to receive consideration.

  • 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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12552504.
  • Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Fort Riley NAF Human Resources Office
Address
EM-NAF-W0VMAA US ARMY GARRISON FORT RILEY HQ
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Riley, KS 66442
US
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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!


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