This position serves as an IT Specialist for Computers and Telecommunications for the Management Information Systems at the Rosebud Service Unit in Rosebud, South Dakota. The position assists the Automated Data Processing (ADP) Site Manager in technical and administrative duties associated with the management of Computer Systems/Applications and Voice/Data Telecommunications.

Duties

Coordinates Service Unit and Area computer system operation and provides recommendations on systems operating procedures, data collection, data quality, and equipment environments. Coordinated ADP security measures, corrective and preventative maintenance. Responsible for maintaining the voice and data communications network within the Indian Health Service for the Rosebud Hospital. Implements installation of telecommunications equipment. Assist with the development of an annual Automated Data Processing (ADP) Plan to include future acquisitions of all data system and upgrades. This position is being announced concurrently under the Delegated Examining procedures. Please review vacancy announcement number IHS-24-GP-12393923-DE. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):\ This standard allows eligibility through meeting either the requirements specified in the section titled Education or the requirements specified in the section titled Experience. Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Degree 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. Requirements GS-05 (or equivalent) - Bachelor's Degree GS-07 (or equivalent) - 1 full year of graduate level education OR superior academic achievement GS-09 (or equivalent) - master's degree or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree GS-11 (or equivalent) - 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 OR Experience Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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 for GS-7 (or equivalent) and Above: Positions at GS-7 (or equivalent) and above require one year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with 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. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The employing agency is responsible for defining the specialized experience based on the requirements of the position being filled. Examples of Specialized Experience: GS-05: basic knowledge of computer and printer setup, configuration and preventative maintenance, a basic understanding of LAN/WAN and network equipment and configurations. Excellent customer service skills to include clear written and oral instructions and the ability to work with all local, state and federal representatives. Ability to solve problems and use sound judgment to remedy problems or to make sound recommendations. Experience using various software and ability to learn systems quickly. GS-07: Assist IT Specialists and provide basic IT needs, assist with implementing hardware and software, provide technical assistance to telecommunication systems. GS-09: Maintain Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and/or other health data systems, install and manage new hardware and software, maintain voice and data communications network. GS-11: Serve as Data Base Administrator, train staff in the technical procedures required to operate and maintain functional IT and telecommunication systems, coordinate IT security measures, corrective and preventive maintenance. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

There are no education requirements.

Contacts

• Address Rosebud Service Unit PO Box 400 400 Soldier Creek Road Rosebud, SD 57570 US
• Name: Joseph Dudley
• Phone: 605-226-7203
• Email: [email protected]