The selectee will serve as a Senior Information Technology (IT) Specialist,
responsible for analyzing publication workflows including XML, and developing
software application solutions to problems and designing, programming,
documenting and maintaining systems.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
* U.S. Citizenship is required.
* Selectees must pass a drug test prior to appointment.
* Selectees must pass a background check prior to appointment.
* Relocation expenses are not authorized.
* Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service
DUTIES:
* The selectee is responsible for analyzing publication workflows, some of
which are in XML, and developing software application solutions to problems.
The four primary areas of responsibilities are (1) Workflow Analysis, (2)
Systems Specifications Gathering, (3) Software Development and Testing (4)
Software Training, Configuration Management and Documentation and performs the
following:
* Analyzes current workflows of Plant processes to include: 1) actual XML
workflow used in segments of software or 2) following the flow of a publication
and its production jacket throughout the process.
* Analyzes current XML Document Type Definitions (DTDs) and/or XML schemas in
order to accomplish necessary changes to publication workflows.
* Performs process mapping where none exist and analyzes weaknesses and
repetitions in current established processes.
* Develop abstract systems specifications and then use to produce a final
tangible software product.
* Uses knowledge of XML workflows to help identify customers' information
systems requirements and analyzes for redundancies and errors.
* Determines feasibility of systems interfacing a variety of automated XML
data systems. Designs and conducts analytical studies, cost benefit analyses or
other similar research.
* Programs unique solutions to problems based on analysis. Uses extensive
knowledge of XML data translation techniques such as XSLT, object oriented
programming techniques, and event driven programming techniques to implement
systems specification and produce software products to meet plant wide
objectives.
* Develops and implements software product release plans. Identifies project
documentation requirements or procedures. Ensures appropriate product related
training and documentation are developed and made available to software users.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position, you must meet the following requirements:
Possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the PG-12 (or equivalent)
level or higher. Examples of qualifying specialized
experience includes: analyzing and developing XML workflows for different
publications, developing Document Type Definitions (DTDs) and Schemas;
recommending improvements and modifications to batch pagination composition
systems; tests, debugs and documents software; Gathers
software requirements and defines system specifications; translating data
using any of the following: XML, DOM, XSLT 2.0, XQuery and XPATH
For all positions 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
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit Promotion applicants must
meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered
eligible. One year of experience at the PG-12 level or
equivalent grade level of federal service is required to qualify for the PG-13
level.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this
announcement Monday, February 18, 2013.
You will be evaluated on your responses to the assessment questionnaire then
we will compare it against your resume and supporting documentation. If you
rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your
responses may be
