This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity, Defense Human Resources Activity. The Defense Human Resources Agency's mission is to provide program support, information management, and administrative services to the DoD Components on human resource matters and to collect, archive, and provide management information, research, and analysis of human resources and other related functional area databases for the DoD.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a IT SPECIALIST (DATAMGT) at the GS-2210-9/11/12 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves on the data request team to manage data requests from the DMDC Request System (DMDCRS) Acts as a data request manager, engaging with customers to discuss requirements, coordinating with data stewards, and draft specifications for analysts. Performs data quality control, review programs and validate final products from analysts before delivering to customers. Coordinates with the privacy office to ensure customers have the appropriate rights and legitimate needs to access requested information, when the request involves privacy data. Collaborates with the agreement team to establish agreements with customers for recurring data requests involving privacy data.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS 12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Knowledge of database management concepts, principles, and methods in order to design data management systems meeting sponsor and user requirements to include data administration and data standardization policies and standards; Knowledge in using analytical skills in areas such as troubleshooting, debugging techniques, and development and execution of data quality control and software testing plans in order to develop and maintain databases; Knowledge of database management systems and query languages, as well as knowledge of computer programming languages, in order to apply them to assigned data management activities., OR You may qualify at the GS 11, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 09 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Knowledge of database management concepts, principles, and methods in order to design data management systems meeting sponsor and user requirements to include data administration and data standardization policies and standards; Knowledge in using analytical skills in areas such as troubleshooting, debugging techniques, and development and execution of data quality control and software testing plans in order to develop and maintain databases; Knowledge to write and edit technical documents and detailed data transmittal letters in order to conduct data analyses and generate data quality reports, and clearly summarize analysis results., OR B. EDUCATION - Undergraduate and Graduation Education Major study--computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field. You may qualify at the GS 09, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 07 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Knowledge of database management concepts, principles, and methods in order to design data management systems meeting sponsor and user requirements to include data administration and data standardization policies and standards; Knowledge in using analytical skills in areas such as troubleshooting, debugging techniques, and development and execution of data quality control and software testing plans in order to develop and maintain databases; Knowledge to clearly communicate with agency managers and personnel at other Department of Defense agencies on data requirements and potential modifications of data management systems in order to ensure their understanding of procedures and techniques of monitoring progress vis-a-vis schedule and expenditure of resources., OR B. EDUCATION - Undergraduate and Graduation Education Major study--computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: 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. For all positions individuals 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.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Defense Human Resources Activity 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350-110 US
• Name: DHRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920201
• Email: [email protected]