INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements for Information Technology Management 2210 series (Alt A) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level (or other equivalent pay systems) in federal service which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA’s) to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is experience which includes assisting in the development and implementation of enterprise architecture requirements, and integration as well as systems modernization and migration initiatives; and provide advice and support which includes capital planning and investment control, policy and standards development, resource planning, Enterprise Information Management or equivalent. In additional to meet the qualifications above, all applicants must have 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. To view qualifying educational requirements, click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) Investment Portfolio as well as a wide range of IT principles, concepts, and methods. 2. Knowledge of budgetary processes, cost-benefit analysis methods, and analysis of performance data to prepare persuasive budget recommendations in support of IT requirements. 3. Knowledge of emerging technologies to include those associated with automated information systems, enterprise Information warehousing, data communication, current and future systems interface principles and processes, evolving peripheral equipment capabilities, systems security requirements, and Information protect principles. 4. Ability to assimilate, comprehend and interpret commercial and academic related instructions, policy, guidance and procedures and apply that knowledge to an Investment Portfolio and guidance for the development/implementation of an enterprise repository architecture to support the program and functional automated systems modernization and migration initiatives. 5. Ability to identify processes, policy implementation, and program information requirements to determine feasibility of target processes and policies before implementation. 6. Ability to apply strategic planning and IT investment oversight, control principles and processes to support functional mission requirements and IT initiative impacting IT Investment Portfolios and enterprise architecture and systems modernization and migration initiatives. 7. Ability to communicate effectively orally by conducting briefings and presentations and in writing by developing quality background, talking and information papers. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.