IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

You will provide strategic leadership, aligning agency-wide AI solutions and enterprise architecture frameworks with federal compliance and data standards.

You will be responsible for the IT strategy, delivery, and lifecycle management of comprehensive IT/AI workforce initiatives in Data Science, Analytics, and applied Generative AI.

You will establish and direct the overarching IT vision, technical framework, and execution of NAVWAR’s data science and artificial intelligence capability programs.

You will interrelated IT/AI projects, leveraging deep technical knowledge of data science, software development, and Artificial Intelligence to oversee contractor delivery of algorithmic and large language model (LLM) training.

You will develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to advise executive leadership on capability program effectiveness, technical directive compliance, and return on investment.

You will establish technical standards and priorities for AI competency development, monitoring rapid advancements in software engineering, data science, and AI to keep programs relevant.

Qualifications

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band DP-03 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Directing, overseeing, and executing information technology, artificial intelligence, and data science programs, with a focus on delivering experiential learning initiatives, specialized bootcamps, and technical hackathons; AND experience must include strategic planning, program delivery, and workforce training lifecycle management, utilizing knowledge of data science, software development, artificial intelligence, and large language models to align technical learning solutions with federal compliance, data standards, and enterprise objectives. In addition to the above listed qualifications, your experience must also reflect skill in the following areas: attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem solving. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

How to apply Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: https://navwar.yellogov.com/external/requisitions/fz7Lheo0qTk0D2P27TXvtQ POC: Christina Narvaez Email: christina.i.narvaez.civ@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Other information THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. Section 1109 of the National Defense Authorization Act Fiscal Year 2020 Public Law 116-92 amended Section 9905 of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) to streamline and simplify certain Department of Defense civilian Direct Hire Authorities to recruit and appoint qualified candidates directly to certain positions in the competitive service in the Department of Defense. This position is in the Personnel Demonstration Project under authority of Title VII of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978. The pay schedule and pay band for all Demonstration Project Professional Positions will be DP-1/2/3/4. DP-4 Control Point; SAN DIEGO, CA; SALARY STATEMENT: If selected, your salary will be set according to the established control points of this position which is $143,677 - $186,785 (Base $107,446 - $139,684 plus 33.72% locality adjustment). The salary range shown above represents all of the positions within the pay band, including higher responsibility positions. Based on the responsibilities of this position (DP-04, Control Point), the total adjusted salary may be capped equivalent to GS-14 Step 10 (currently $186,785 Adjusted Pay). Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code 801 - PROGRAM MANAGER, proficiency level ADVANCED the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.