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Agriculture, Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service |
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Fort Collins, CO, CO
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service
Sub Agency: Marketing & Regulatory Programs
Job Announcement Number:
6AC-2008-0009
Information Technology Specialist (Data Mgmt)
SALARY RANGE: 80,355.00 - 104,464.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Monday, January 07, 2008
to Monday, January 14, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2210-13/13POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Fort Collins, CO
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Current APHIS federal employees within local commuting area of Fort
Collins, CO.,witrh competitive status, reinstatement eligibles and
others under special hiring authorities.Go to the following
website for a list of these authorities:
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/hr/job_opportunities/index.shtml
***Supporting documentation showing proof of eligibility MUST be
submitted.For information on what supporting documentation is
acceptable as proof see Required Documents.
JOB SUMMARY:
You can make a difference!The U.S. Department of Agriculture's
(USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright,
energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and
international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect
the health and care of animals and plants in the United States.MRP
offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the
workplace.We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an
organization that protects the health and agriculture of the
American people.Join our team!
Location:Animal Care,
Fort Collins, CO
Please note that this salary does not reflect any increase that may
be authorized for 2008.
APHIS is an emergency response agency.This means that all Agency employees may be asked or assigned to
participate in rotating temporary duty assignments to support
emergency programs at some time during their careers with APHIS.It
is difficult to predict the frequency with which such emergency
situations may occur - and could range from several emergencies in a
year to none over the course of many years.In the event that you
are called upon to support an emergency program, this may require
irregular working hours, including overtime, and may include duties
other than those specified in your official position description.
While some emergency program support assignments may be able to be
performed at the employee's current duty station, in other cases
employees may be asked to go on-site to a temporary duty station
location.In addition, it may be necessary for employees to
participate in multiple rotations to an emergency program
assignment.Attempts will be made to keep disruption to the
employee to a minimum.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment, a background investigation is required.
Send Mail to:
Marketing & Regulatory Programs
100 N. 6th Street
Butler Square Bldg, 5th Floor, Suite 510 C
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Fax: 612-336-3560
For questions about this job:
Human Resources
Phone: 612-336-3357
Fax: 612-336-3560
Email: Bruce.A.Kauk@aphis.usda.gov
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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6AC-2008-0009
Information Technology Specialist (Data Mgmt)
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify, you must meet all qualification and time-in-grade
requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GS-13 GRADE LEVEL:
Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent in
level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level in
the Federal service.Such experience is typically in, or related
to, the work of the position being filled. This specialized
experience would have provided the applicant with experience that
demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that
required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and
techniques pertinent to the position to be filled. This knowledge is
generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant analyzed a
number of alternative approaches in the process of advising
management concerning major aspects of ADP 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.
THERE IS NO EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION AT THE GS-13 GRADE LEVEL.
For more information on OPM Qualifications, visit:
OPM Qualification
Standards
http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/
***If you are found qualified for this position, you will ONLY be
considered at the grade level(s) for which you applied***
Special Conditions:...As a condition of employment, a background investigation is
required for this position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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An automated scoring system will be used to initially rank
applicants based on their answers to the vacancy specific
questions.
Your self-determined rating, narrative responses, and resume will
then be reviewed.The final rating will be determined based on all
the information provided in the application package.Please ensure
your resume and narrative responses provide enough detail to support
your answers to the vacancy specific questions.To preview questions please click here.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
6AC-2008-0009
Information Technology Specialist (Data Mgmt)
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Fort Collins, CO
MAJOR DUTIES:
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This position is located in the USDA, APHIS, Animal Care (AC)
Western Regional Office in Fort Collins, Colorado. The incumbent is
responsible for information management activities using relational
database management techniques and methodologies for national AC
applications. The incumbent supports the development and use of AC's
automated database in addition to performing a wide range of other
computer related activities.
DUTIES
Determines customer needs for IT systems based on customer interview
and national program requirements. Develops plans for the
development and delivery of database information management systems
based on organizational priority and program goals. Monitors plans
and activities for the design, development, and delivery of database
information management systems and makes modifications as required.
Reviews project goals and objectives with AC program and field staff.
The incumbent is responsible for computer software programming and
coding of modification to existing and new databases and providing
technical expertise in computer information systems. The incumbent's
purpose is to develop and maintain timely, automated, and reliable
approaches to develop and maintain new and existing systems
within AC.
Organizes and develops database administration standards and issues
standards for all aspects of database development and management
such as design, development, documentation, implementation,
delivery, and support. Reviews database products to ensure
compliance with database administration standards. Develops data
dictionary standards for systems documentation. Interacts with
colleagues to review and modify standards as needed due to changes
in technology or database management design and development
methodologies.
Guarantees integrity and consistency of database components such as
data structures, data definition, and usage. Facilitates efficiency
in the database operating environment by monitoring database
throughput statistics and makes modifications as needed.
Manages and monitors computer security mechanisms required for
database access and update capabilities. Manages information
concerning customer contacts and access rights for database
applications and modifies as required. Assists in the development and
maintenance of computer security related documentation. Evaluates
technical security controls to ensure proper integration.
Provides leadership and serves as an expert in the design,
development, implementation, and maintenance of database management
systems that have broad scope and high complexity. Plans the
utilization of staff and organizational resources in achieving
database management systems goals and objectives.
Plans training activities necessary for the implementation of
complex national database applications. Develops client/servers
processing capabilities using state-of-the-art software and database
management techniques. Installs, tests, coordinates, and
implements client/server software and database management systems.
The incumbent participates in the development and enhancement of
automated systems used for data collection and retrieval for the
purposes of animal welfare. This participation includes analyzing
data requirements to establish computer resource needs, as well as
developing advanced data architectures, business intelligence
solutions, electronic libraries, workflow processes, methods and
software used in producing viable systems for tracking animal
welfare inspections and compliance activities.
The incumbent manages, supports, and enhances the automated data
management systems. This includes researching new methods and
technologies which will streamline processes within the AC program.
The incumbent manages and coordinates hardware, software, customer
support, and training for system users. Coordinates troubleshooting
efforts ensuring functional systems for end users. Based on
familiarity with telecommunications, database operations, local area
networks, wide area networks and communication protocols,
incumbent manages the monitoring and troubleshooting of networks and
systems within his/her area of responsibility. Maintains necessary
liaison activities within agency Information Technology (IT)
personnel to ensure efficient and functional access for all
AC users.
Incumbent is responsible for managing and coordinating the
installation and/or maintenance of software, software upgrades, and
security updates for all Regional personnel. Assesses training needs
of regional employees and coordinates training for users.
Participates in planning and program development in AC. Contributes
to the development of short- and long-range plans by gathering data
about current hardware andsoftware, upcoming initiatives and
requirements, and any updates or changes required.Coordinates the
deployment of software, hardware, security updates, and other
computing requirements.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
6AC-2008-0009
Information Technology Specialist (Data Mgmt)
BENEFITS:
Eligibility for employee benefits depends on your type of
appointment and your tour of duty (work schedule).Generally, you
must be hired on a permanent basis and have a regular full or part-
time work schedule.
Some of the benefits for which you may be entitled are:
Federal Employees Retirement System
Thrift Savings Plan
Federal Employees Health Benefits
Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program
Federal Employees Group Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Federal Long Term Care Insurance
For more information on these and many other benefits, go to:
Federal Employee Benefits
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/hr/job_opportunities/job_op_benefits.
shtml
OTHER INFORMATION:
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What are the Qualification Requirements for CTAP Applicants?For information regarding CTAP eligibility click on the link below:
Career Transition Assistance Programs
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/hr/job_opportunities/usajobs.shtml
If you follow the above link, at the website click on [Applicants]
and then [Career Transition Assistance Programs]
Additional InformationMore than one selection may be made if another vacancy occurs within
120 days of the issuance of the certification of eligibles.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination
in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color,
national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political
beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status.(Not all
prohibited bases apply to all programs).
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for
communication of program information (Braille, large print,
audiotape, etc) should contact:USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-
2600 (voice and TDD).
To file a complaint of discrimination, write:USDA, Director,
Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and
Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-
5964 (voice or TDD).USDA is an equal opportunity provider and
employer.
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 this agency. The
decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-
by-case basis.
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