IT Specialist GS-2210-12 (Perm-SS)
As a IT Specialist within the Geologic Hazards Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:
Plans, schedules, and documents the installation of new or modified IT systems. Maintains system integrity and availability; anticipates, configures, and initiates corrective and preventive actions. Consults and identifies best practices for integrating systems administration requirements into daily operations. Ensures guidance and works products in compliance with Department and the organization IT security. Identities and mitigates security vulnerabilities and risks. Physical Demands The work is primary sedentary. Some work may involve travel to attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work site. Some employees may carry light items such as papers, books, or small parts. Work Environment The work area is adequately lighted, headed, and ventilated. This work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Some employees may occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable conditions in such places as research facilities. For information on basic qualifications, which includes information on whether you may substitute education for specialized experience, please click on the following:
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//www.usgs.gov/about/organization/science-support/human-capital/information-technology-specialist-gs-2210 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. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Successful completion of a full 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in 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. GS-12 In addition to the basic education requirements, you must meet the following to qualify for the GS-12 level:
One year of appropriate specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service that demonstrates accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled. Such knowledge is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant analyzed a number of alternative approaches in the process of advising others concerning major aspects of automated data processing system design, such as what system interrelationships must be considered, or what operating mode, system software, and/or equipment configuration is most appropriate for a given project. This level of work experience would reflect independence in planning and carrying out the assignment, selecting the approach or methodology to be used, resolving most of the conflicts that arise, and coordinating the work with others as necessary.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Plans, schedules, and documents the installation of new or modified IT systems. Maintains system integrity and availability; anticipates, configures, and initiates corrective and preventive actions. Consults and identifies best practices for integrating systems administration requirements into daily operations. Ensures guidance and works products in compliance with Department and the organization IT security. Identities and mitigates security vulnerabilities and risks. Physical Demands The work is primary sedentary. Some work may involve travel to attendance at meetings and conferences away from the work site. Some employees may carry light items such as papers, books, or small parts. Work Environment The work area is adequately lighted, headed, and ventilated. This work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions. Some employees may occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable conditions in such places as research facilities. For information on basic qualifications, which includes information on whether you may substitute education for specialized experience, please click on the following:
https:
//www.usgs.gov/about/organization/science-support/human-capital/information-technology-specialist-gs-2210 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. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Successful completion of a full 4 year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in 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. GS-12 In addition to the basic education requirements, you must meet the following to qualify for the GS-12 level:
One year of appropriate specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service that demonstrates accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled. Such knowledge is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant analyzed a number of alternative approaches in the process of advising others concerning major aspects of automated data processing system design, such as what system interrelationships must be considered, or what operating mode, system software, and/or equipment configuration is most appropriate for a given project. This level of work experience would reflect independence in planning and carrying out the assignment, selecting the approach or methodology to be used, resolving most of the conflicts that arise, and coordinating the work with others as necessary.
- Department:
2210 Information Technology Management - Salary Range:
$84,118 to $109,358 without compensation
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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