THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT), Position Description Number PDT5701800 and is part of the MA ARNG G6, National Guard. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: Mr. Joe Leary at (339) 202-3605

Duties

1. Provides support and guidance on installing, and operating personal computers, peripheral equipment, and associated software. Supports users on equipment and software; custom installation and maintenance of hardware and software; investigating and resolving problems arising in the user operation of equipment/systems to extent possible before referring more difficult problems to the appropriate levels; documenting actions taken in Service Management Portal or the current work ticket tracking system; and serving as a point of information for workstation operations. Receives, responds to, and ensures resolution of all types of help center calls. (65%) 2. Notifies team leader of any significant trends in hardware / software implementation issues and any potential problems that may have a detrimental affect on mission requirements. Coordinates support actions with user, other IT personnel, and higher levels as required. Evaluates IT hardware and software used by activities. Coordinates external vendor support for warranty repairs when applicable and ensures proper escort assigned while work is performed. Installs, tests, and prepares performance reports and recommendations on such equipment as microcomputers, printers, scanners, etc. Works with users to test and evaluate a variety of software packages. Receives requests for resolution of hardware or software problems that may require in-depth research. Analyzes customer problems and researches database for possible solutions or tasks the appropriate subject matter expert or section capable of resolving the problem. Applies appropriate security measures consistent with approved security standards. (20%) 3. Updates hardware and software architecture databases to reflect installations, turn-ins, and changes in reportable software. Works directly with Property Book Officers and Supply Sergeants to ensure all assigned and transitional property is accounted for. Performs cyclic inventories as required by the Command Supply Discipline Program. (10%) 4. Maintains awareness of current trends in information technology. Performs varied research and periodical searches to identify current trends in information systems, hardware, software, and training. (5%) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• PCS expenses will not be paid.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance level.
• Must complete appropriate training and obtain required certifications IAW DoDI 8140, DOD 8570.01M or applicable governing document(s) for Cyber workforce as an IA Technician Level II within 6 months of employment pending training seat availability.

Qualifications

*This is an indefinite position, tenure 3, with a time limit determined by the needs of the agency. Any permanent military technician who is selected for this position will become tenure 3. The selectee will receive the same benefits and entitlements as the tenure 1 employee, but will be considered tenure 3 for purposes of reduction in force. If a permanent resource becomes available, incumbent may be converted to a permanent appointment without competition* AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open only to current on-board Federal Employee/Technicians of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must haveat least 1-year specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-9) or equivalent which provided the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization. Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls. Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment. Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion. Well-qualified applicants will have a current Security+ Certification. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that 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 for Specialized Experience:

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or, 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or, equivalent doctoral degree. Degree must be in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.

Contacts

• Address MA ARNG G6 2 Randolph Road Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
• Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
• Email: [email protected]