Job Listing: Information Technology Specialist

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 few vacancies - Winchester, VA

When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA.  Now FEMA looks to you.  Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need.  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident.  We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce. 

This position is with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Logistics Management Directorate, Property Management Division. The incumbent will be responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of the automated personal property system. 

In addition to FEMA’s generous benefits package, FEMA offers networking opportunities, developmental opportunities, competitive compensation and a host of other benefits. 

This position opportunity is also being advertised under Merit Promotion Procedures (i.e., Internal – Status Candidates).  For consideration, please submit a separate application package under vacancy announcement number MP-08-557-SAA2.  Consideration will only be given to the appropriately referenced announcement number.

Major Duties

FEMA Mission:  The primary mission of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the Nation from all hazards, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other man-made disasters, by leading and supporting the Nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation.Primary Purpose:   Provide information technology support in the installation, operation and maintenance of the automated personal property system.Specific Duties:Responsible for the installation of new software, diagnostic practices, updating existing software and programming for all types of workstations and other networking devices.

Provides support for the property reporting, system administration and data analysis activities.  Assists management with preparation and tracking of the property budget. 

Identifies specific requirements for budgets, material, equipment, facilities and services needed to support FEMA's Automated Property Management System (APMS). 

Collects analyzes and reviews Federal and agency logistical programs, policies and procedures for integration into the property program.

Performs minor database administration and data standardization tasks.    

Assists in the oversight of the installation, operation and maintenance of FEMA's Automated Property Management System.   

Monitors the database for performance and executes preventive and correction actions related to hardware and software configurations.  

Responsible for formal system change procedure and control and for processing changes coordinated and approved by Management at all user locations. 

Responsible for processing of the Accountability Data Specification Program, which requires coordination within FEMA, as well as contractor's commercial vendors and other Federal agencies.

Conducts software enhancements to support the automated property interfaces with the Integrated Financial Management Information Systems, Acquisition Management Automated Systems, and the National Emergency Information Systems. 

How to Apply

You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.

Applicants can apply for this position by submitting a resume, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) OR any other written format. The resume or application must contain:

1. The Employment Opportunity number, title and grade of the job for which applying (indicate the lowest grade level that you will accept if applying for a position advertised at multiple grade levels);

2. Full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers, last four digits of your social security number, country of citizenship, branch and date of military service, if applicable;

3. High school name and location, date of diploma or highest grade completed, college name and location, majors, type and year of any degrees received;

4. Work experience that includes job titles, duties and accomplishments, employer’s name and address, supervisor’s name and phone number, starting and ending dates, hours per week and salary; and to include all periods of unemployment.

5. List of other qualifications such as job related training courses, job related skills, job related certificates and job related honors, awards and special accomplishments.

IF YOU ARE FAXING OR EMAILING YOUR DOCUMENTS, THEY MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 PM EASTERN TIME ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS IN WHICH YOU MAY APPLY FOR THESE POSITIONS:

via Mail - Use of a U.S. Federal Government postage paid envelope to mail your individual application and/or resume package is not allowed and will not be considered. All completed application and/or resume packages must be received in the Human Capital Division by not later than the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration for employment. Please mail completed Application and Resume Packages to:

   DHS/FEMA
   Human Capital Division, Room 801-A
   500 C Street, SW
   Washington, DC 20472
   Attn: HR Application Intake Center

If you have questions regarding your application package please phone: 1-202-646-4040.

via E-Mail - FEMA-HIRE-ME@dhs.gov. Completed E-mail packages must be received in the Human Capital Division by not later than the closing date of the announcement. Be sure to list the Vacancy Announcement/Opportunity Number in the subject line.

via Fax Attn: HR Application Intake Center at 202-646-2557. Completed fax packages must be received in the Human Capital Division by not later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

To obtain additional information about DHS/FEMA employment opportunities, visit our WEB site at www.dhs.gov, or call our Employment Opportunities Hotline on 800-225-3304. Applicants needing TDD/TTY assistance should call the Federal Information Relay Service at 800-877-8339.

If you are sending your application via Email, please DO NOT use .zip or other compressed file formats. Preferred file formats include .doc, .txt, .pdf.

Please be sure to include the following information in your application (incomplete applications may not be considered for the position).

Job Information:

- Announcement number and position title and grade(s) for which you are applying

Personal Information:

- Full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers

- Last four digits of your Social Security Number

- Country of citizenship (must be U.S. citizen to be eligible)

-Veterans Preference, if applicable. Attach latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. Attach SF-15 & required proof (i.e., an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces) if you are claiming a 10-point veterans preference. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted.

-Applicants who are on active military duty: Applicants who are on active military duty will not have a DD Form 214 at the time of application. Prior to appointment, we will verify:

o Your eligibility for veterans preference, and

o That your military service was honorable.

- Special appointment eligibility (e.g., 30% compensable disability, handicap, Peace Corps, etc.). Attach supporting documentation.

Education:

- Colleges and Universities: Name, city, state, major(s), type of degree and year received (or total semester/quarter hours earned)

- Other educational programs, if relevant. Show dates and total hours of program.

Job-Related Work Experience:

- Job title (include series and grade if Federal job)

- Name and address of employer, supervisor’s name, and supervisor’s telephone number (please indicate if you do not want us to contact your current supervisor)

- Starting and Ending dates (month and year)

- Hours worked per week

- Annual salary

- Duties and accomplishments

- Please document your job-related experience.

Other Job-Related Qualifications:

- Relevant skills (e.g. foreign languages, computer software/hardware)

- Relevant training courses

- Relevant current certificates and licenses

- Relevant honors, awards, etc. (e.g., memberships in professional and honor societies, publications, leadership activities, performance awards). Give dates, but do not send documents.

If applying as an ICTAP eligible, submit a copy of the Reduction in Force (RIF) or separation notice and a copy of the last performance appraisal.

Submit a narrative statement responding to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) identified in the announcement. This information will be used to determine your eligibility and/or rating and is required.

If you are or were a Federal government employee, please attach your latest SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action), indicating the highest Federal civilian grade held and dates and attach a copy of your latest performance appraisal.

Application mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.

Contact Information:
HR Application Intake Center

Phone: 202-646-4040

Fax: 202-646-2557

TDD: 800-877-8339

Email: FEMA-HIRE-ME@dhs.gov


Or write:
Department Of Homeland Security
500 C Street, SW
Washington, DC 20472

US

Fax: 202-646-2557


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.