KEY REQUIREMENTS



• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Resume and supporting documents (See the How To Apply section.)
• A security clearance and financial disclosure required.
• May require 6-10 nights travel per month.

You will serve as an Information Technology Specialist in the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Inspector General, Office of Mission Systems.  In this capacity, you will:

-Assist with the design and development of information systems that employees use to perform fundamental business processes;

-Oversee successful requirements gathering and review technical program documents;

-Conduct analyses of business processes for which systems are being developed and enhanced and assist the customer in selecting the most effective methods for specifying program and data requirements;

-Consult with customers to refine functional requirements and translate functional requirements into technical specifications; and

-Evaluate information systems for efficiency, economy and accomplishment of stated goals and objectives.

Basic Requirement:  You must have information technology related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

1. Attention to Detail--Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

2. Customer Service--Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provides information or assistance, resolves their problems or satisfies their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

3. Oral Communication--Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; 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.

Specialized Experience Requirement:  In addition to meeting the Basic Requirement above, you must also have at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service. Your experience must include:  assisting with the design and development of information systems that employees use to perform fundamental business processes; overseeing successful requirements gathering and review technical program documents; conducting analyses of business processes for which systems are being developed and enhanced and assisting the customer in selecting the most effective methods for specifying program and data requirements; consulting with customers to refine functional requirements and translate functional requirements into technical specifications; developing user and technical documentation; evaluating information systems for efficiency, economy and accomplishment of stated goals and objectives; and planning and directing team studies in order to develop recommendations and proposals for management.

Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

Status candidates must meet time in grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level.)

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.  If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.  Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

-Skill in applying systems analysis principles and techniques.

-Ability to assess new system design methodologies to improve software quality and accurately represent customer requirements.

-Knowledge of IT systems development life cycle management.

-Knowledge of systems testing and evaluation principles.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.  http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc

EPA participates in e-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. For additional information http://epa.gov/ohr/ezhire/vacancy_requirements.htm.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov ).

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes all of the documents described below under "Required Documents."  The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, October 16, 2012.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID: 750057.   Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire, and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://mailhub.omnistudio.com/c/14106349/1058/ale7RZm/j5dn?redirect_to=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.opm.gov.%2Fforms%2Fpdf_fill%2FOPM1203fx.pdf and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:

1. Your Résumé, which clearly show how you meet the qualifiecations.

2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents:

- DD-214 that shows VEOA eligibility, if applying through that program 

- Relevant college transcript(s), if qualifying based on education
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal service).  You must submit a relevant SF-50 that clearly shows how you have competitive status.  If you are applying on the basis of an Interchange Agreement, or other method, you must supply all the necessary information and documentation to support that.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.