This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administrator (DEA), Information Systems Division (TC), Software Operations Section (TGS). This position(s) primary purpose is to oversee oversight, software development, section guidance, and strategic direction of the software-based development processes for Concorde and other applications.

Duties

As a Supervisory IT Specialist (APPSW) - DETAIL NTE 180 DAYS typical work assignments may include: Provides leadership, direction, and oversight of the software operations for the DEA. Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME), supervising special projects and programs for TC and the DEA. Manages software project estimates, schedules, and contingency planning activities. Guides the identification software-based system design, requirements, development processes/methodologies, and maintenance to meet current and future agency requirements. Evaluates current and emerging software languages, frameworks, and development methods to make recommendations to the DCIO on their implementation across all the agency's software development teams. This position will provide supervisory guidance on technical project, but this is not a position that supervises employees.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license while detailed in the position.
• This is a Non-Reimbursable DETAIL opportunity Not-to-Exceed 180 Days.
• Selectee will be reassigned back to current, permanent position at the end of the detail.
• Supervisor's Approval Letter is required at the point of selection.
• Salary and benefits will remain the responsibility of the parent organization.

Qualifications

The Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210, has an Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR), which must be met for this position in addition to the specialized experience. Basic Experience Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and 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 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. 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. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. AND Specialized Experience One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 Federal grade level in performing the following duties:1) Managing and/or leading software development, guidance and strategic direction of the software based development processes for Concorde and other applications; 2) Providing technical support and advice to employees assisting in developing application software, modifying existing web application services, and using high-level programming and database management systems languages; and, 3) Writing program codes, compiles, debugs, tests, documents and implementing programs for new and existing systems. Specialized 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. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Customer ServiceLeadershipOral CommunicationProblem SolvingSoftware DevelopmentSoftware Testing and Evaluation

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Applicant Inquiry
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]