IT Project Manager (Projmgt)

Defense Finance and Accounting Service • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Manages IT projects using methods and practices based on appropriate directives and instructions and quality standards to plan, direct, and coordinate the selection, acquisition and implementation of advanced information systems. Evaluates new and existing information technologies, processes, and software for application to the mission needs. Conducts feasibility and economic analyses of candidate technologies including cost estimates and options. Provides senior level systems expertise responsible for the complete life cycle management of IT development, from feasibility analysis, system requirements collection and definition to testing, documentation and implementation. Incumbent prepares plans, schedules, analyses, and system architecture, design and infrastructure documents. Provides policy guidance to customers by assessing policy needs and reviewing, revising and developing policies to govern IT activities. Functions as an IT expert in support of missions, as a member of committees or working groups, or as a participant at conferences or meetings. Makes recommendations for information products or systems in order to to meet mission requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S Citizen
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment.
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
• In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
• New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving.
• For entry at GS-12: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience developing, implementing, or system modification to an organization's automated information software or system; serving on technology projects that impacts automated software and systems.
• For entry at GS-13: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience participating in the development life cycle of IT software and systems, including analysis, design, development, programming, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of software and systems; participating in structured project management activities in regard to IT software and systems objectives.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants applying for Cleveland may be placed at Bratenahl.
• We may use this announcement to fill other positions in the Information & Technology Directorate.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level.
• Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
• Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the selection, acquisition and implementation of advanced information systems.
• Evaluate new and existing information technologies, processes, and software for application to mission needs.
• Conduct feasibility and economic analyses of candidate technologies, including cost estimates and options.
• Provide senior level systems expertise responsible for the complete life cycle management of IT development, from feasibility analysis, system requirements collection and definition to testing, documentation and implementation.
• Prepare plans, schedules, analyses, and system architecture, design and infrastructure documents.
• Provide policy guidance to customers by assessing policy needs and reviewing, revising and developing policies to govern IT activities.
• Function as an IT expert in support of missions, as a member of committees or working groups, or as a participant at conferences or meetings.
• Make recommendations for information products or systems to meet mission requirements.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed