IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) (TITLE 32)

Summary

This a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position.

This National Guard position is a Indefinite with Right to Convert GS-2210-11 IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2476000 and is part of the MO G2 Intelligence Directorate. This is a non-bargaining position.

SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: All qualified permanent, indefinite and temporary Title 5 and Title 32 National Guard employees who are currently working for the DCS G2 Info Management HQ Directorate in Missouri.

Duties

• Provides remote and on-site field technical support services.
• Provides advice and guidance on implementing automation in support of intelligence production.
• Facilitates user and administrator access to Army Intelligence networks and tactical MI systems.
• Maintains all necessary administrator and user accounts, clearance, privileges, and training to perform maintenance on Army Military Intelligence systems.
• Coordinates the receipt of periodic system security and software updates to subordinate units.
• Manages the MI maintenance programs and use of MI equipment within designated facilities throughout the organization.
• Coordinates MI system support events and personnel as needed for organization and subordinate unit system maintenance.
• Executes established processes to coordinate with appropriate offices on the correction of identified deficiencies.
• Coordinates with appropriate intelligence organizations and units for applicable system and user specific training.
• Provides guidance and advice to the Senior Intelligence Officer (SIO) for career management of MI system maintainer/integrators.
• Coordinates and tracks MI system fielding, training, and modernization initiatives.
• Ensures subordinate units enter major training events and mobilizations with latest available software and technologies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
• Employment can be terminated with a 30 day notice.
• In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the indefinite appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status.
• Management has the right to convert this position to permanent status without re-advertising.
• Must obtain Global Combat Support System - Army (GCSS-A) Maintenance Supervisor access within 24 months of hire.
• Must attend the ARNG Security Manager Course within 12 months of hire.
• Obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) within 24 months of hire.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a top secret security clearance.
• Incumbent 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.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Army National Guard recruiter at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position.
• This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Missouri National Guard prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at (573) 638-9500 extension 39637 for questions concerning recoupment or termination.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. Selected candidate must be MOS qualified within 12 months from date of appointment. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion).

Warrant Officer - Branch 53; MOS 25A, 255A, 255N or 255S Enlisted - CMF 25

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience that provided you basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enable you to understand the stages required to automate a work process; experience 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.

GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 36 months specialized computer experience in troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving systems to solve complex problems and provide support that minimizes interruptions in service to customers; and knowledge of systems development, modification, testing, installation, operations, and maintenance methods as well as the organization's network and communications architecture and protocols to provide support related to testing, evaluating, installing, configuring and modifying hardware and software for operating systems. The specialized experience must demonstrate your ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot LAN and WAN components such as routers, hubs, switches, and servers.

DOD Information Awareness Certification Requirements:

The employee must obtain and maintain at a minimum a TOP Secret security clearance.

Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain and maintain certifications per DoD Directive 8570.1-M, AR 25-2, and as detailed in the Information Assurance (IA) Training and Certification Best Business Practice (BBP). Failure to satisfactorily obtain and maintain required certifications in accordance with the listed publications are grounds for termination.

Selectee is required to satisfactorily complete the appropriate training and obtain the required certification/recertification for this position as outlined in DoD Publication 8570.01-M, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program, dated 19 December 2005 (incorporating Change 1 dated 15 May 2008).

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience at the GS-11 grade level: Must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent, or three years of progressively higher level graduate education in computer science, engineering, information science, or information systems management leading to such a degree.

When education is required or substituted for experience, you must submit copies of college transcripts with the application packet. Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

• Benefits
  
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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following:
  
  1. Resume (must include the following information)
     
     1. First and Last Name
     2. Contact Information (Address, Phone Number and Email)
     3. Position Title(s)
     4. Company/Organization Name(s)
     5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
     6. Duties Performed - it is best practice to be specific and focus on the duties performed that are like (similar to/relative to/consistent with) the position you are applying for
  
  Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.
  
  It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
  
  
  1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
     
     Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
  2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
     
     This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
  3. DD214s
  
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12576035
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
  To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
  Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  
  You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Angela McCall
  
  Phone
  
  573-638-9500 X37495
  
  Email
  
  angela.mccall.1@us.af.mil
  
  Address
  
  MO G2 Intelligence Directorate
  
  2302 Militia Drive
  
  Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following:

1. Resume (must include the following information)
   
   1. First and Last Name
   2. Contact Information (Address, Phone Number and Email)
   3. Position Title(s)
   4. Company/Organization Name(s)
   5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
   6. Duties Performed - it is best practice to be specific and focus on the duties performed that are like (similar to/relative to/consistent with) the position you are applying for

Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.

It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.

1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
   
   Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
   
   This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
3. DD214s

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12576035

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Angela McCall

Phone

573-638-9500 X37495

Email

angela.mccall.1@us.af.mil

Address

MO G2 Intelligence Directorate

2302 Militia Drive

Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request