IT SPECIALIST

• Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying IT principles, methods and techniques.

• Performs a variety of specific duties designed to develop knowledge and skill in applying program management responsibilities in support of systems acquisition.

• Participates in the development of management information systems (MIS) in support of customer needs.
• Carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern’s training and development.
• Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to maintain currency in the field and for application to work assignments.

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• Participates in the planning and requirements determination process for Cyberspace and Information Technology (CIT) systems projects.

• Participates in program management responsibilities in support of systems acquisition initiatives.
• Performs management information system (MIS) assignments in support of customer needs.
• Carries out special projects designed to facilitate the full use of the intern’s training and development.
• Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to maintain currency in the field and for application to work assignments.

*This is a formal AF intern position in the Recent Palace Acquire Program (PAQ) and as such, it is centrally funded by HQ AFPC/DPZS.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0
• Must meet suitability for Federal employment.
• A security clearance may be required.
• Mobility - you may be required to relocate during or after completion of your training.
• Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan.

• To receive further consideration, YOU MUST apply at https://airforceciviliancareers.hirevue.com/signup/38XvMhgiivQemmBcjSYwa3q, This is a Direct Hire Public Notice, under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location/ installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. This Public Notice is to gather applications which may or may not result in a referral or selection. This Public Notice may be used to fill positions in other equivalent pay systems (i.e., NH, NJ, NK). Additional information YOUR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT COVERS:

• Participant Agreement
• Orientation program
• Mentorship throughout the Program
• Individual Training & Development Plan to assist with career planning, professional development, and training activities
• At least 40 hours of formal, interactive training each year of the Program
• Opportunity for career advancement

AFTER PROGRAM COMPLETION:

• Graduates who are selected for conversion must have completed all requirements of the program successfully
• Demonstrated successful job performance consistent with the applicable performance appraisal program
• Met the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification standard for the position to which the PAQ will be converted

NOTE: It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee that the Department of the Air Force will offer conversion.

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions.

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks. Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: **All educational requirements must be met no later than June 2027.

GS-7: Bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A) for two-grade interval positions in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position., GS-9: Master’s (or equivalent graduate degree such as LL.B. or J.D. as specified in qualification standards or individual occupational requirements) in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position,

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Knowledge of IT principles, techniques, requirements, methods and practices to participate in a variety of routine IT specialist assignments.

• Knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of acquisition and program management to carry out assignments in support of planning, organizing and managing software and hardware systems acquisition.

• Knowledge to assist in the development and maintenance portions of IT system capabilities which support the operation, planning, management, analysis and decision-making functions of the customer.

• Analytical and evaluation skills to assess systems of IT programs and/or equipment for capability in meeting customer or project requirements.

• Oral and written communication skills for effective working relationships, interaction with customers, and presentation of findings and proposals. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. Please submit copies of all transcripts to include transferred hours. Official copies are not required at the time of application, but if selected you will be required to provide official copies of all transcripts. NOTE Degree Audits are not accepted. If you qualify based on undergraduate education, but you have not graduated prior to applying for this position, you may be offered a position contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

b) Grade Point Average -Grade-point averages are to be rounded to one decimal place. For example, 2.95 will round to 3.0 and 2.94 will round to 2.9.