IT Specialist (APPSW/DATAMGT)

Summary See clarification from the agency on available duty locations. OIG is organized into six operational units: the Immediate Office of the Inspector General, Office of the Counselor, Office of Audits and Evaluations, Office of Healthcare Inspections, Office of Investigations, and Office of Management and Administration. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 60 locations throughout the country. Learn more about this agency Duties As an IT Specialist (APPSW/DATAMGT), you will: - Apply agile development methodology expertise in developing applications using a suite of technologies and platforms including C#, Microsoft .NET MVC, Web API, JavaScript, Vue.js, and more. - Provide OIG components with comprehensive data analysis support. This includes analyzing and defining data requirements and specifications, resolving complex data management and data analysis problems, highlighting optimal software solutions, as well as evaluating and providing recommendations on the adoption of new technologies in support of software development, data mining, data warehousing, and other data storage and retrieval systems. - Serve as a subject matter expert in several critical areas of information technology, acting as a beacon of expertise and a driver of innovation within the division and broader agency. - Spearhead design, development, and implementation of sophisticated software and business intelligence solutions. Requirements Conditions of employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: To be qualified for this position at the GS-14 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: - Applying automated data processing standards and techniques such as: data validation, project documentation, program testing, or programming procedures; AND - Employing agile software development methodology to design, develop, deploy, and maintain custom software or business intelligence products; AND - Organizing or establishing training on data analysis principles, methodologies, or techniques to improve efficiency and quality of work; AND - Coaching or mentoring others on problem solving, work methods and best practices in database programming or software engineering; AND - Provisioning, deploying, or utilizing Azure cloud assets such as Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, etc. To be qualified for this position at the GS-13 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: -Applying automated data processing standards and techniques such as: data validation, project documentation, program testing, or programming procedures; AND - Employing agile software development methodology to design, develop, deploy, and maintain custom software or business intelligence products; AND - Provisioning, deploying, or utilizing Azure cloud assets such as Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, etc.; AND - Organizing or establishing training on data analysis principles, methodologies, or techniques to improve efficiency and quality of work. To be qualified for this position at the GS-12 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: -Applying automated data processing standards and techniques such as: data validation, project documentation, program testing, or programming procedures; AND - Employing agile software development methodology to design, develop, deploy, and maintain custom software or business intelligence products; AND - Provisioning, deploying, or utilizing Azure cloud assets such as Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, etc. In addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must also show proficiency in 1) attention to detail, 2) customer service, 3) oral communication, and 4) problem solving. To be found well-qualified, and in addition to meeting specialized experience, the applicant must have documented the following experience: Having a solid and comprehensive understanding of the position. Can perform the required tasks efficiently and is proficient in applying the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job. If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan(CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be assigned the middle category or better to be rated as "well qualified" to receive special selection priority. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information - We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Applicants who apply for this position may be considered for other positions within the Office of Inspector General that require the same knowledge, skills, and abilities. - This is a non-bargaining unit position. - We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. - Office assignment may be at one of the locations listed on the announcement subject to availability and OIG management discretion. Conditions of Employment (CONTINUED): - A one year probationary period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period. - Must successfully complete a background investigation. - Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. - Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. - Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. - Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. - Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. 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. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: - Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. - Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. - Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. - A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. - A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: USAJOBS Center - Benefits Review our benefits 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.