IT Specialist (DATAMGT)

The Enterprise Data Architecture Division (EDAD) is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust enterprise data architecture program, to standardize, streamline, and enhance enterprise data for organizational use and for digital efficiency in meeting business objectives., The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.

This position serves as the IT Specialist (DATAMGT), GS-09:

• You are excited about supporting agency-wide efforts to define and share data used to conduct USPTO business and helping more senior data architects improve data governance and data quality.

• You are interested in learning how to assist senior data architects with Extensible Markup Language (XML) and JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) schema design using USPTO-approved tools, techniques, and standards, and by reusing applicable XML/JSON standard structures.

• You enjoy analyzing business and technical requirements, identifying applicable data requirements, supporting the standardization and management of data elements, and preparing or maintaining enterprise data structure artifacts such as data models, data dictionaries, data flow diagrams, and interface diagrams.

• You are motivated to participate in baseline data quality assessments for data migration, data profiling and monitoring efforts, and data redundancy analysis.

This position serves as the IT Specialist (DATAMGT), GS-11:

• You are excited about supporting agency-wide efforts to define and share data used to conduct USPTO business while helping more senior data architects improve data governance and data quality.

• You are interested in learning how to assist senior data architects with Extensible Markup Language (XML) and JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) schema design using USPTO-approved tools, techniques, and standards, and by reusing applicable XML/JSON standard structures.

• You enjoy analyzing business and technical requirements, identifying applicable data requirements, supporting the standardization and management of data elements, and preparing or maintaining enterprise data structure artifacts such as data models, data dictionaries, data flow diagrams, and interface diagrams.

• You like contributing to baseline data quality assessments for data migration, data profiling and monitoring efforts, and data redundancy analysis., Background Investigation - If selected for this position, you may be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306), which includes a fingerprint and credit check, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.

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All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.

Relocation Expenses are not authorized and will not be paid. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued.

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Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.

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., * Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.

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Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources at https://support-usahire.opm.gov/hc/en-us., Work site options Telework eligible Yes-Situational Telework Program Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Open to US Citizens or US Nationals who have completed a bachelor’s or graduate degree from an institution of higher education within the previous 2 years or will graduate no later than 9 months from the date of application. Veterans who have completed a degree and have an intervening period of obligated service of at least four years in the uniformed services, the two-year eligibility period begins on the date of discharge or release from the uniformed service., * Recent graduates who have completed, within the previous two years, a bachelor’s or graduate degree OR

• Veteran who have completed a bachelor’s or graduate degree and were unable to apply within two years of obtaining their degree due to a uniformed service obligation of at least 4 years, may apply within two years of their discharge from uniformed service.

Specialized Experienceis experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.

To be qualified for the GS-09 level, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-07. Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience with data modeling, database design, data management, data governance, or data quality concepts.
• Experience using Structured Query Language (SQL) and at least one programming or scripting language, such as Python, Java, or similar, to query, analyze, transform, or validate data.
• Experience with software application architecture, application development, system interfaces, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Extensible Markup Language (XML)/JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) structures, or data exchange activities.

Basic Requirement Competencies: The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the competencies, as defined:

• Attention to Detail

• Customer Service

• Interpersonal Skills

• Reasoning

• Teamwork

To be qualified for the GS-11 level, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the federal service: For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-09.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience in applying data modeling, database design, data management, data governance, or data quality concepts to support data architecture, database design, data exchange, or data quality activities.

• Experience using Structured Query Language (SQL) and at least one programming or scripting language, such as Python, Java, or similar, to query, analyze, transform, validate, or troubleshoot data.

• Experience supporting or analyzing software application architecture, application development, system interfaces, Extensive markup Language (XML)/JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) structures, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), or data exchange requirements.

Basic Requirement Competencies: The specialized experience must include, or be supplemented by, information technology related experience (paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training, as appropriate) which demonstrates each of the competencies, as defined:

• Attention to Detail

• Customer Service

• Interpersonal Skills

• Problem Solving

• Teamwork

• Technical Competence

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience., Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level., If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information., * Accountability

• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reading Comprehension
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment., Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

(part of U.S. Government) 4.24.2 out of 5 stars Alexandria, VA $57,736 - $91,815 a year - Full-time, * Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related competencies.

• You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
• If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
• Suitable for Federal Employment, A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered., $57,736 - $91,815 per year Pay scale & grade GS 9 - 11 Promotion potential 13 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number TMCO-REMO-26-13026270-CG Control number 879756900