IT Specialist (APPSW) - Node-React Full Stack Web Application Developer

Provides technical support in the preparation, creation, testing, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing support of business applications and technology solutions that meet agency objectives.

Contributes to the design and deployment of innovative technology strategies to meet Agency needs and advance goals. Assisting with the building, running, and operation of applications and framework environments using contemporary methods and tools.

Assist senior developers in testing and monitoring applications and supports best practices for testing and quality assurance.

Works closely with developers, business analysts, and multidisciplinary teams to assist in the implementation of new functionalities and creative solutions, and to convert business needs into technical frameworks.

Provides support to developers who, in turn, assist senior developers collaborating with other technical authorities within the Agency and with individuals from other Federal organizations or private industry.

Applies analytical techniques to a variety of assignments, including providing input during the assessment process of proposed IT investments to ensure alignment and support of the Agency’s strategic plan.

Resumes exceeding two pages in length will not be considered. Visit the 'Required Documents' section below for more information. YOUR RESUME OR SSA-45 MUST INCLUDE YOUR OFFICIAL DUTY STATION AND YOUR ORGANIZATION (I.E., SECURITY AND RESILIENCY) OR YOU MAY BE FOUND INELIGIBLE.

To qualify for the 2210 IT Specialist series, the applicant must demonstrate the following competencies: Attention to Detail (Level 4, Advanced) - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Customer Service (Level 4, Advanced) - 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.

Decision Making (Level 3, Intermediate) - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

Information Management (Level 4, Advanced) - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.

Interpersonal Skills (Level 4, Advanced) - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.

Oral Communication (Level 3, Intermediate) - 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 (Level 4, Advanced) - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Teamwork (Level 4, Advanced) - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

Technical Competence (Level 4, Advanced) - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Specialized Experience: Applicants must have specialized experience that is directly related to the work of the position and have equipped them with the competencies required to successfully perform the duties of the role.

These knowledge, skills, and abilities/competencies are normally attained through the equivalent of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of the position being filled. For GS-07: To qualify at the GS-07 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-06 level, or equivalent.

This experience must demonstrate proficiency in the following: 1. Experience working with SQL or NoSQL databases to help support business applications. 2. Experience assisting with web applications, such as using React.js or Node.js RESTful APIs. 3. Experience helping to troubleshoot and debug web applications in a team setting. 4.

Experience preparing or updating basic technical documents, such as user guides or process notes, and communicating information clearly to others. For GS-9: To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-07 level, or equivalent. This experience must demonstrate proficiency in the following: 1.

Experience supporting business applications by working with SQL or NoSQL databases, including assisting with data management tasks. 2. Experience helping to develop or maintain web applications using technologies such as React.js or Node.js RESTful APIs. 3.

Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues in web applications, including identifying problems and working with others to find solutions. 4. Experience preparing and updating technical documentation, such as user guides or process instructions, and communicating technical information to team members.

For GS-11: To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-09 level, or equivalent. This experience must demonstrate proficiency in the following: 1. Experience modernizing IT infrastructure and supporting IT systems by maintaining or troubleshooting enterprise-level data platforms and business applications. 2.

Experience designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using modern frameworks such as React.js or Node.js RESTful APIs, maintaining unit and integration tests to ensure software quality. 3.

Experience applying software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and utilizing both modern and legacy programming languages to deliver technical solutions that meet organizational objectives. 4. Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation, such as system diagrams, user guides, and deployment guides.

For GS-12: To qualify at the GS-12 level, you must have specialized experience at the GS-11 level, or equivalent. This experience must demonstrate proficiency in the following: 1.

Experience modernizing IT infrastructure and supporting IT systems by implementing, maintaining, or troubleshooting enterprise-level data platforms and business applications, ensuring reliable and scalable operations. 2.

Experience designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using modern frameworks such as React.js or Node.js RESTful APIs, including writing and maintaining unit and integration tests to ensure software quality. 3.

Experience applying software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and utilizing both modern and legacy programming languages to deliver advanced technical solutions that meet organizational objectives. 4.

Experience preparing and maintaining technical documentation, such as system diagrams, user guides, and deployment guides, and effectively communicating technical information both orally and in writing to multidisciplinary teams.

The specialized experience is REQUIRED and must be explicitly documented/described in your resume, or you will be disqualified from further consideration.

Qualification standards and additional information for this position can be found here: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210 NOTE: You cannot be credited for experience unless you clearly show your grade level at the time the experience was gained, as well as the dates you were at that grade level.

If you combine career-ladder experience into a single description of duties, you may be eliminated from consideration based on failure to clearly document the required experience at the required grade level for the required period of time. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Applicants for promotion to the GS-07 must have 52 weeks at GS-06. Applicants for promotion to the GS-09 must have 52 weeks at GS-07. Applicants for promotion to the GS-11 must have 52 weeks at GS-09. Applicants for promotion to the GS-12 must have 52 weeks at GS-11. Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.