Information Technology Specialist (APPSW/DATAMGT)
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Information Technology Specialist (APPSW/DATAMGT)OverviewAnnouncement number/Req ID: req550Closing date: 12/20/2024Pay scale & grade: CP 11 - 11Salary: 141,593.00 - 178,419.00 PAJob series: 2210Appointment type: PermanentWork schedule: Full-TimeLocations1 vacancies in the following location:Washington, DC 20001Relocation expenses reimbursed: NoTelework eligible: TrueClarification from the agency: Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP CareersDutiesSummaryThe United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.Responsibilities This position is located in the Office of FinancialManagement (OFM), Office of Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), U.S. CapitolPolice (USCP).Serves as the lead ITanalyst in the implementation of the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) system.Performs quality assurance activities for the enterprise data. Providestechnical advice and assistance in implementing necessary change/configuration,management, verification and validation of data. Develops system documentationand certification of OFM information systems. Analyzes existing applicationdesign, interfaces, transaction processes and validates data integrity,security and availability. Modifies existing interfaces to meet businessneeds.Designs and builds newapplication and database interfaces to share data with other applications anddatabases. Provides recommendations to resolve system implementation andmaintenance issues and for policy decisions that involve replacing existingcritical financial management and accounting systems with new systems andcapabilities such as asset management and payroll interface. Provides guidance, advice, and presentations to theDirector, Office of Financial Management, and other executive level managersconcerning system modifications and enhancements. Determines appropriatetechnical methods for implementing financial management transactions. Plans andcoordinates the development of data structures and access strategies inalignment with business and mission requirements. Leads projects to develop andimplement new data management designs.Develops logical data models to be translated intoworkable physical database designs. Selects modeling methodologies and tools.Generates models that are capable of accommodating new and unanticipatedbusiness requirements and processes. Verifies model integrity and maintains andrevises existing models. Anticipates changes in business requirements; ensuresthat data models are capable of responding to changing requirements; and adaptsmodeling tools and approaches to meet the unique requirements of the assignment.Recommends priority areas of emphasis for improvement of current systems.Travel required: 0 No Travel RequiredSupervisory status: FalsePromotion potential: 11RequirementsYou must be a U.S. citizen.Successful completion of a background investigation is required.Must complete a one-year probationary period.QualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.For the CP-11 level you must have one year (52 weeks)of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-10/GS-12 level which isin or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled andwhich has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, andabilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.. Specializedexperience is defined as experience 1) performing quality assurance activitiesfor the enterprise data., 2) selecting modeling methodologies and tools, 3)anticipatingchanges in businessrequirements; and 4) creating ad hoc reports and tools for users, auditagencies and stakeholders.*Applicants applying for positions in the 2210 seriesmust have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencieslisted below.*Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing workand 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 yourwork unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in theagency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assesstheir needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, orsatisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; iscommitted to providing quality products and services.Oral Communication - Expresses information (forexample, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking intoaccount 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; determinesaccuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate andevaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: EducationThere is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.Additional InformationAdditional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made.A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.Criminal History Check - Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment. Credit Check - Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification. Selective Service Registration - Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. Check - Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record.Background Investigation - Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions, may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.How You Will Be EvaluatedEvaluation Factors:Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.Security clearance: 0Drug test required: NoRequired DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yy) of employment.2. Other supporting documents:- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.How to ApplyNavigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application. 5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.The complete application package must be submitted by 6:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.Next StepsAfter a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Agency Contact InformationVeronica MasonOCAO-Office of Human Resources 119 D Street NEEmail: ...@uscp.govEqual Employment Opportunity Policy: The United States Capitol Police is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on national origin, race, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.