See below for important information regarding this job. Position may be filled at either of the below locations: Ft. Belvoir, VA: $94,199-$122,459 Richmond, VA: $86,300-$112,190 Battle Creek, MI: $82,830-$107,680 New Cumberland, PA: $94,199-$122,459 Columbus, OH: $86,222-$112,089 Philadelphia, PA: $90,893-$118,161 Dayton, OH: $85,738-$111,460 Hill, AFB, Ogden, UT: $82,830-$107,680

Duties

Analyzes, designs, documents, develops, integrates, modifies, tests, installs, implements, and supports new or existing Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government off-the-shelf (GOTS) (continued) Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software, specifically UiPath and ServiceNow, to design automation solutions that meet mission objectives. Assists agency Citizen Developers to design, build, and test automations of the workflow for which they are responsible. Collaborates with customer/functional representatives and technical personnel to clarify requirements and gain feedback on solutions. Utilizes UiPath Robotics Process Automation (RPA) software to develop and support solutions that meet end user needs across the Agency. Prepares and executes tests for application validation. Researches and recommends best development practices and innovative UiPath RPA features to improve delivery and quality of the RPA team's products and services. Analyzes and documents user requirements to identify needs, evaluates technical feasibility, suggests alternate approaches, and develops solutions in terms of software design. Interfaces with functional analysts and developers to determine system change requirements. Participates in project and design reviews for management and functional analysts, project managers, DLA HQ process owners, and customers. Coordinates with others, including system architects and database/OS administrators, in developing and executing a comprehensive test plan and data covering all levels of testing to ensure the integrity of the data base and data movement. Documents, explains, and makes changes to applications required by or for security accreditation and platform certification reviews. Conducts face-to-face or by telephone meetings with contractors, industry, academia, managers, analysts, and coworkers within DLA, DOD, and services/agencies in the logistics community.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
• Defense Acquisition Workforce position. Must complete DoD certification and other requirements. See Addtl Info.
• 2 vacancies will be filled in J62 AB org code - but additional vacancies may be filled from the same certificate in any J6 area for up to 6 months from the closing date of this announcement.

Qualifications

To qualify for an IT Specialist (APPSW), your qualifications must include: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Experience in RPA software development using platforms such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, Microsoft Power Automate, etc.. Use of a variety of application programming languages, e.g., C#, Visual Basic (VB.net), Java, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, SQL, Bash, UML etc. General programming tools, techniques, and IDE's e.g., VS Code, Eclipse, Oracle, version control Git, APIs, performance analysis, static analysis, security checks, Fortify, automated test frameworks, linting, code complexity analysis, Jira etc. Incrementally deliver software using agile and DevSecOps to shift left delivery and reduce cycle time, quickly incorporating feedback. Design, develop, integrate, test, and deploy software. Manage the full lifecycle of software components from design to deprecation and retirement. Leverage model-based software design to document software solutions. Investigate feasibility of alternative design approaches to determine which solution will best satisfies user needs. Prepares software executables, verifies readiness of test site, installation of software at user sites, validates implementation, and verifies support facilities. Research and/or track transaction errors to determine cause. Reports daily transaction errors to appropriate parties for action. B. Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience. For all positions individuals must have IT-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 (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. 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address DLA Information Operations J6 8725 John J Kingman Rd Ft Belvoir, VA 22060-6221 US
• Name: Maliah Morgan
• Phone: 717-770-4896
• Email: [email protected]