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specialist neededin Wash DC
Date sent: Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:58:23 -0400
This is an employment opportunity with the Peace Corps. Please
provide the widest dissemination possible.
Thank you.
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Information Technology Specialist (Data Management), FP-2210-3
(Equivalent to GS-13)
The following job is on the Peace Corps website. If you are
interested in applying please login to the Peace Corps jobs site
at: http://www.avuedigitalservices.com/pc/applicant.html
Once you have logged in, please enter the code KVRML into the
"Reference Code" field in the top right on the screen.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
EMPLOYER: Peace Corps
LOCATION: Washington, Dist of Columbia
SALARY RANGE: $81,256.00-$119,327.00
CLOSE DATE: 07/05/2011
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: DPC11-A0069-LH
OPENING DATE: 06/14/2011
NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 03
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: US citizens
WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time
TIME LIMIT: Term, not to exceed 30 Months
CONTACT NAME: Avue Help Desk
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (800) 407-0147
CONTACT EMAIL: [log in to unmask]
Still asking what you can do for your country?
The Peace Corps provides technical assistance to countries that
request it by sharing America's most precious resources - its
people. The Peace Corps has helped local communities in 139
countries build a better life through the work of its Volunteers.
Since 1961, over 195,000 Volunteers have served. The Peace Corps
is an independent U.S. government agency promoting world peace
and friendship through the work of its Volunteers.
Peace Corps positions are normally filled for an initial 2 1/2
year period, but may be extended to a total 5 year limit. This
keeps our workplace vibrant and our ideas fresh.
NOTES:
Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 5
Best Places to Work in the Federal Government for small agencies
in 2010, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3)
Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard
with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn
non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have
the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development
Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with
alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) Theres a
Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs
including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a
vibrant Community atmosphere; established through President
Kennedys call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants what
you can do for your country . . . and the world.
If you have engaged in intelligence activity or related work, you
may not be eligible to apply for positions at Peace Corps.
Please click on the Public Notice Vacancy Announcement and refer
to the 'Other Significant Facts' section for details.
If you are claiming Veteran's Preference you must attach your
supporting documents to receive your preference points. For more
information please click on the Public Notice Vacancy
Announcement and refer to the 'Other Significant Facts' section
for details.
A background security investigation will be required for all new
hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful
completion of a background security investigation and favorable
adjudication. Failure to successfully meet this requirement will
be grounds for employment termination.
Both online and offline application assistance can be obtained by
contacting the Avue Help Desk at 1-800-407-0147 or
[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or by clicking
on the "TECHNICAL SUPPORT" button while working in the automated
system.
When completing your Avue application online, you will receive a
pop-up warning message after 45 minutes. It is strongly
recommended that you save your data often, and turn off your
pop-up blocker in order to receive any system time-out warning.
DUTIES:
This position is located in the Office of the Chief Information
Officer, Enterprise Business & Software Services. Develops
database designs based on organizational mission and functional
requirements. Defines data elements, data relationships, and
data tables using database theory including entity relationship
diagramming; object-oriented, hierarchical, and relational
design; and data normalization.
Performs work involving the analysis, design, documentation,
development, modification, testing, installation, implementation,
and support of new or existing applications software.
Participates in implementing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS)
software or developing customized applications. Prepares inputs,
outputs, flow diagrams, decision logic tables, and linkages with
other applications systems. Tests, validates, and documents the
applications.
Participates in, or performs, the planning, design, and
implementation of an agency-wide enterprise architecture that
integrates business, application, information, and technology
architectures into a cohesive unit.
Plans, designs, and develops test methods, procedures,
techniques, and requirements for computer systems. Reviews,
analyzes, evaluates, and improves hardware, software, systems,
and/or equipment testing methods, concepts, techniques, and
operations. Participates in the test and evaluation of
contractors' equipment, components, systems, or products.
Develops new technologies, such as computer simulations, for
innovative testing of design concepts, applications, and systems.
Develops and implements test technologies to address the design,
development, verification, and operation needs of software,
systems or hardware.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Attention to Detail
Oral Communication
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Knowledge of information systems security operations, techniques,
and standards.
Knowledge of database design, data modeling, development,
installation, implementation, and management.
Knowledge of and skill in utilizing accepted programming
techniques in the development of large-scale distributed software
applications. Programming knowledge of and experience developing
applications using Cold Fusion, .NET (VB.NET, ASP.NET, ADO.NET),
Oracle/PL-SQL, J2EE (JSP, EJB) and MS Access.
Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles, methods, and
techniques.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for FP-03 requires IT-related experience
that demonstrates each of the following four competencies:
Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Oral Communication; and
Problem Solving; AND one (1) year of specialized experience at
least equivalent to the FP-04 or GS-11 level. Specialized
experience is experience that is in or directly related to the
line of work of the position to be filled and that has equipped
the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills,
and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Experience must be IT-related and may be paid or unpaid
experience.
Example of specialized experience for positions at the FP-03
level, typically gained in the IT field or through performance of
work where the primary concern is IT, includes experience
analyzing a number of alternative approaches when advising
management concerning major aspects of IT system design. The
experience demonstrates accomplishment of IT project assignments
requiring knowledge of IT requirements and techniques pertinent
to the position to be filled.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the
Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/pc/applicant.html. If
you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly
encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or
a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply
online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the
contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy
of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form
No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No
other form of application will be accepted.
Applications and supporting documentation must be received by the
closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application will be automatically
evaluated and rated by the system. Additionally, the Peace Corps
Human Resources Office will conduct a quality review of your
on-line application and supporting documents before your rating
becomes final. This quality review will be based on the extent
and quality of your experience, education, and training as it
relates to the duties of this position. Your on-line responses
must be supported by the information you provide in your
narrative and work history information.
Applicants submitting documents can electronically attach them,
or scan and attach them, to the employment application. If this
is not possible, copies of documents can be faxed to
253-573-9869, or mailed to the following address: Peace Corps,
c/o Avue Technologies Corporation, ATTN: Direct Services, 1145
Broadway Plaza, Suite 800, Tacoma, WA 98402. All faxed or mailed
proof documents must be identified with applicant's name and
vacancy announcement number.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation,
age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership
in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with
disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any
part of the application and hiring process, please notify the
agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will
be on a case-by-case basis.
Moving expenses are not authorized.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system
with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual
(vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; and training
and development opportunities. Employees located in the United
States may also receive subsidized transportation, flexible work
schedule, and a family/worklife program.
PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have
been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or
who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence
agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps.
Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by
certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time,
determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment
ceases.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after
December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective
service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign
a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must
demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have
Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial
institution of their choosing..
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the
closing date of this announcement.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming 5-point Veteran's
Preference, a DD-214 must be submitted with your application. To
receive 10-point preference, in addition to your DD-214, you must
also submit an SF-15 and an official statement, issued in 1991 or
later, from the Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed
Forces, certifying that the veteran has a service-connected
disability of 10% or more. This documentation must be received
by the closing date of the announcement; failure to submit will
disallow the additional points for preference being added to your
score.
This position is excluded from provisions of the Career
Transition Assistance Program (CTAP).
A six-month trial period is required.
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