IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION)

Summary

This National Guard position is for a IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION), Position Description Number D2489P01and is part of the NJ JFHQ G6, National Guard.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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.

Duties

As a IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION), GS-2210-11, you will:

• Manages all assigned servers and server resources, analyzing and defining requirements; analyzing workload; monitoring capacity and performance; diagnosing and resolving problems; and developing backup and recovery procedures.
• Installs, configures, and maintains servers and server resources in support of business processing requirements and ensures that servers are tested for stability.
• Resolves inquiries and problems concerning access, use, and availability of datacenter technologies. Provides technical assistance to current and potential users to minimize disruptions of computer operations.
• Provides formal or informal training so users understand the relationships of the system and are able to work with the system without undue interruption.
• Maintains liaison with counterparts at other commands/installations for troubleshooting assistance and researching available products and state-of-the-art technologies and advancements.
• Develops strategies to incorporate into the organization's inventory such technologies and advancements found to be compatible with user requirements, taking into consideration any affect these technologies and techniques will have on existing architecture and infrastructure.
• Leads and coordinates IT projects from initiation through deployment, defining technical requirements, establishing milestones, and collaborating with other teams
• Use Powershell to manage, configure, troubleshoot and automate processes as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Additional Employment Requirements:

-Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

-May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

-Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

-Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

• You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.

Title 32 Dual-Status Position

Military Grade:

Min: E4 and Max: E9

Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade

Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments

Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position.

*Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1)

CAT 4, Individuals eligible for membership in the New Jersey Army National Guard

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education or training that has provided a basic knowledge of the following:

• Data processing functions and general management principles that enable understanding of stages required to automate a work process.
• Worked as a computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or positions that require use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.

• Adapting guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment.
• Preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion.
• Approach techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization.
• Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls.
• Meet DoD 8140 GET REQUIREMENTS HERE

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
Ph.D. or equivalent, or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.

IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

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).

For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade)

Bonuses

For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

Telework

The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour

"Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so."

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Information Technology Configuration Management, Information Technology Performance Assessment, and Information Technology Test and Evaluation

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Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application.

Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date/time of this vacancy announcement will result in disqualification. Please review your application thoroughly prior to final submission to ensure all required documents are included. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does not automatically ensure their inclusion with your application in our system. You must verify that all documents are present within your application package before submitting.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including the following:

1. Resume: Your resume may not exceed two pages and must include:

• Your full name, current address, civilian email address, and telephone number.

• Detailed work history, including job title, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, dates of employment (MM/YY), hours worked per week, and a comprehensive description of your duties and accomplishments.

• Evidence supporting your eligibility and qualification claims. You are required to document this information within your resume.

• If qualifying based on related unpaid experience (e.g., volunteer service), provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY).

• For Federal service, include the series and grade of each position held.

• Please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information to allow for a qualification determination.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010 - July 2019 or January 2006 - Present… followed by a detailed description of your experience and qualifications.

Important Notes Regarding Resumes:

• Incomplete resumes will not be considered.

• If you submit multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded resume will be reviewed.

• Do not copy and paste the job description or qualifications into your resume. Doing so will result in disqualification for plagiarism.

2. SF50 (if applicable): Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent (non-award) SF50. The SF-50 must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time-in-grade.

3. Proof of Required Credentials (if applicable): Submit proof of certification, license, clearance certificate, SRB, ORB, RIP, and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours and degree completion status) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined in this job opportunity announcement. If you are in the military (any service or component), you must submit proof (separate from your resume) verifying your current membership and rank/grade.

4. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): Submit supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims, such as DD-214, SF-15, and medical information.

• Important: If claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of your preference.

  • 10-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," plus required supporting documentation.

  • 5-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a copy of your DD-214, including Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). Active duty personnel may submit a certification from their branch of service confirming expected discharge/release under honorable conditions within 120 days, including terminal leave start date, rank, and dates of service.

Resources for Veterans' Preference:

• https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

• https://www.dol.gov/elaws/vets/

Important Reminders:

• It is your responsibility to verify that all information and documents are received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You can verify document processing prior to the announcement closing. Allow up to one hour for virus scans.

• Human Resources will not modify, change, or add anything to your application packet after the closing date.

• Human Resources will not disclose your qualification status.

• Incomplete application packages will not be considered.

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

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.

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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.

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