information Technology (IT) Specialist (Application Software (APPSW))

at  US Environmental Protection Agency

QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: You must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

To qualify for this position, you must have either:

• IT-related experience demonstrating each of these four competencies:

1) Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail;
2) 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;
3) 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;
4) Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations;

OR

• A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited or pre-accredited college or university in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems, or networks. For information about accreditation requirements, visit EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

In addition to the basic requirements above, you must meet the following requirements:
To qualify for the GS-12 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time* experience equivalent to the GS-11 level defined as analyzing supporting software applications; providing recommendations to assure software and systems quality and functionality.
To qualify for the GS-13 level, you need to have at least one year of full-time* experience equivalent to the GS-12 level defined as implementing software applications to meet organizational needs; testing and analyzing supporting software applications; providing recommendations to assure software and systems quality and functionality.
Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1) Knowledge of IT principles and methodologies; 2) Knowledge of software development and implementation; 3) Skill in project management; 4) Skill in quantitative and qualitative analyses; 5) Skill in oral communication sufficient to provide guidance; 6) Ability to analyze and recommend implementation of technological updates; 7) Skill in written communication.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

• If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

EDUCATION

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

You will:

• Serve as technical analyst on financial and mixed financial software development projects with responsibility for preparing the project plan.
• Evaluate existing hardware/software infrastructure and recommend enhancements needed to support existing and future infrastructure.
• Serve as the technical analyst on the development of web-based systems across the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) internal and external infrastructure.
• Draft and implement standard operating procedures.

When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level
One or more positions may be filled (in the organization advertised and/or in other organizations), if appropriate to the position.