The Department of Clinical Research Informatics (DCRI) is actively seeking candidates who are looking to embark on an exciting career opportunity. As a Supervisory IT Specialist (Systems Administrator) you will use your skills and insights to lead a dynamic team committed to delivering secure, responsive, high-quality, customer-oriented information technology services that foster excellence in support of innovative Clinical Care and Biomedical Research.

Duties

This position serves as the Chief of the IT Capital Planning Office within DCRI. Furthering the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to assure the accomplishment of affirmative action objectives and by adhering to nondiscriminatory employee practices regarding race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or sexual orientation. The supervisor is responsible for the areas under his or her supervision in the following categories: l) merit promotion of employees and recruitment and hiring of applicants; 2) fair treatment of all employees; 3) encouragement and recognition of employee achievements; 4) career development of employees; and 5) full utilization of employee skills. Furthering equal employment opportunity by demonstrating fairness in making selections, encouragement and reciliation of employee achievements, and through the fair treatment of minority group employees, women, and handicapped employees. Keeps informed of, supports, and communicates to employees EEO policies, plans and programs. Seeks out and utilizes available resources, including appropriate human resources generalists/specialists, EEO specialists, and training resources in conducting these responsibilities. Incumbent will be evaluated on the effectiveness of his or her EEO performance. Managing a variety of functions to support the operations and customer service of the Department through subordinate organizations and staff. Determining the necessary goals, objectives and initiatives to achieve the strategic direction and develops plans to implement these. Evaluating staff and organizational effectiveness in accomplishing assigned goals and tasks. Trouble-shooting problems that arise in accomplishing the goals and objectives; develops and implements more efficient and streamlined methods and procedures; establishes priorities; analyzes issues and makes decisions based on supportable data and judgment; coordinates and collaborates with other managers across various Departments within the Clinical Center and NIH. Performing administrative functions of the department including contracting and procurement, budgeting and financial management, asset management, travel, and training. Ensuring the preparation of statements of work and evaluation criteria. Participating with the selection of vendors; Preparing statements of work, evaluation criteria, and sole source justifications; performing technical evaluations; and coordinating work with the Contracting Officer Drafting, planning and executing the budget for the Department and provides periodic executive leadership budget reports and responds to requests. Planning, development, and evaluation of the CC Information Systems Security Program. Promoting effective IT operations through management of projects, systems configuration and employee/systems performance

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• This position is designated as a Tier II "non-emergency/teleworker" position.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required upon selection.
• If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for an Supervisory IT Specialist (SysAdmin), GS-2210-15 position at the GS-15 level, you must possess: IT related experience demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience obtained in either the private or public sector, and/or completion of specific, intensive training that demonstrates that I possess each of the following four competencies: 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. AND You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector in the IT field or through performing the following types of tasks: 1. Performing the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, systems, and applications; 2. Conducting strategic planning and policy development activities for an IT program; 3. Performing system configuration management activities for new or innovative systems; 5. Performing Enterprise Lifecycle analysis to facilitate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex IT architecture; 5. Assist with the development and execution of an IT Program budget portfolio. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12307279

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: NIH HR Service Desk Branch E
• Email: [email protected]