- Position Title
- Computer Scientist
- Agency
- U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command
- Announcement Number
- NEAG202351586542EA Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 16, 2020 to Monday, January 27, 2020
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
2.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
3.
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .
Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .
Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
Conditions of Employement
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section
1.
This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance as required?
2.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25%. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 25% of the time?
3.
This Army Acquisition position requires a Level II certification in the acquisition career field of Test and Evaluation. Do you possess a Level II certification in the acquisition career field of Test and Evaluation, or can you obtain within 24 months?
Control Point
1.
This position is subject to the ATEC control point policy. For this position, the salary cap is $. Do you acknowledge the salary cap for this position is $112,782.00.
Assessment 1
Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Computer Scientist at the NH-03 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Computer Scientist at the NH-03 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Design and implement new requirements and modifications to existing software as well as software upgrade.
4.
Assist other Computer Scientists and Engineers in the analysis and development of future software design and programming techniques.
5.
Perform interoperability testing of software integration, and software engineering technologies and tools.
6.
Research, develop, and integrate computer and software systems.
7.
Perform complex System/Software integration and all phases of testing including formal qualification test.
8.
Work with customers to develop and define system/software requirements to fit operational needs and engagement of supported systems.
9.
Determine the system design capabilities for compliance requirements.
10.
Participate on a team designing, developing, testing, and implementing software for less complex programs, such as modifying input forms.
11.
Evaluate computer systems and software configurations for accuracy and efficiency.
12.
Conduct technical analyses to discern trends or patterns of behavior.
13.
Provide advice, assistance and training to customers who manage the development, production and sustainment of computer and software systems.
14.
Provide technical advice and recommendations on software problems, system/software requirements, architectures, and software development and testing.
15.
Provide face to face technical reports with interpretations, conclusions and recommendations to stakeholders.
16.
Utilize effective interpersonal skills to provide feedback and mentorship to a diverse team with varying degrees of education and experience to facilitate collaboration within and organization.
17.
Provide technical guidance to contractors by observing progress and evaluating performance.
18.
Prepare technical reports with interpretations, conclusions and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
19.
Attend technical exchange meetings with internal and external customers to provide input on latest computer software and information technology.
20.
Utilize the application of information management and program analysis in support of interrelated technical programs.
21.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.