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Summary
The position description number for this position is 7D023A. A summary of the major duties are listed below. You may also view the full position description on the Agency intranet at the following link: PD Search
This is a developmental position leading to the full performance level of GS-12. Closer supervision and technical guidance and/or on-the-job training are provided. Duties are gradually broadened so the incumbent is eventually performing all of the duties of the full performance level, position description number 7D0230.
This position description is used for employees with field experience to assist IT Specialists by developing detailed functional requirements. At the full performance level, incumbents, having a detailed knowledge of various SSA social insurance programs, assist IT Specialists by performing analysis and development of detailed functional requirements. Functions include the testing and validation of the systems software developed based on the requirements and specifications. Assignments have national impact and are characterized by frequent changes in goals, allocated resources, and/or policy/legislation so that precedents are not completely applicable in some situations.
At the full performance level, duties include:
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
05/07/2018 to 05/25/2018
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Salary
$68,036 - $88,450 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 11
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Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time - Flex time, Alternate work schedules may be available
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Service
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Promotion potential
12
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Announcement number
SH-10201838
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Control number
498266100
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Clarification from the agency
Current permanent SSA employees in the Baltimore/Washington, DC/Falls Church Headquarters (which includes the Second Support Center in Durham, NC), Office of Central Operations (OCO), Baltimore/ Wilkes-Barre Data Operations Center (WBDOC), Philadelphia (Region III), and employees filing under the SSA-4100 provision.
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Duties
- Conducts subject matter analysis and develops functional requirements on a combination of several of the following areas:
- pre-interview screens, initial claims screens, conversion to batch, application generation, front-end edits, holding file, prior record correction, and security and integrity reviews.
- Provides guidance to and works with users on the formulation of requirements for a proposed application.
- Plans, designs, and participates in validating all user-driven and systems community sponsored changes to operations with assigned area, including modifications to the systems program operating procedures and operational workflow.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- All application materials must be received by the closing date.
- Applicants must be in good standing.
- Applicants must have a fully successful rating of record.
- Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed.
- Requests for copies of application documents will not be accepted.
- All application forms submitted become the property of SSA Human Resources.
Qualifications
Applicants must qualify for the series, grade, and selective placement factor (if any) of the posted position. Your SSA-45/resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and proficiency of any required competencies to perform the specific position for which you are applying. Your SSA-45/resume is the key means we have for evaluating your experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as they relate to this position. Your resume and supporting documents must specifically address the evaluation criteria for the position. This information is instrumental in determining the highest quality candidates to be referred to the Selecting Official. Please submit a thorough SSA-45/resume that directly relates to this position. If your application materials do not demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience needed for this position, your application will be ineligible for consideration.
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess and demonstrate at least one of the following:
52 weeks of specialized experience at the GS-9 level or equivalent, which is in or related to the work of the position to be filled, that has equipped applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience must include a) researching, interpreting and applying SSA laws, policies, and regulations related to SSA's various social insurance programs; and b) assisting senior analysts with: analyzing and developing information technology system requirements, validating systems software based on the requirements, and developing and implementing procedures and instructions to meet user needs for systems or operations; OR
A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education (generally at least 54 semester hours) leading to a Ph.D; OR
A combination of relevant experience and graduate level education that together meet 100% of the requirements for this position.
NOTE: You must submit a transcript to substantiate claimed education. (No transcript is required if you are qualifying on the basis of experience alone.)
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at GS-9.
Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess and demonstrate at least one of the following:
52 weeks of specialized experience at the GS-9 level or equivalent, which is in or related to the work of the position to be filled, that has equipped applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience must include a) researching, interpreting and applying SSA laws, policies, and regulations related to SSA's various social insurance programs; and b) assisting senior analysts with: analyzing and developing information technology system requirements, validating systems software based on the requirements, and developing and implementing procedures and instructions to meet user needs for systems or operations; OR
A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education (generally at least 54 semester hours) leading to a Ph.D; OR
A combination of relevant experience and graduate level education that together meet 100% of the requirements for this position.
NOTE: You must submit a transcript to substantiate claimed education. (No transcript is required if you are qualifying on the basis of experience alone.)
Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at GS-9.
Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
PROOF OF EDUCATION: If you are qualifying on the basis of education or satisfying an educational requirement, submit a copy of your transcripts that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. Unofficial transcripts or screenshots of electronic/web transcripts with the required information will be accepted at the time of application. You must submit your transcripts according to the application submission details of this announcement. Documents will not be accepted via email or regular mail. If selected, you may be required to provide your official college transcripts prior to the effective date of the personnel action placing you into the new position.
For GS-11: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, or LL.M. in a field that is directly related to the position.
Combining Education and Experience: Experience and education as described above may be combined to meet the minimum qualification requirements. Experience and education will be computed as percentages of the overall requirements and must equal to 100 percent when combined. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grade GS-11.
Note: One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school you attended has determined to represent one year of study. If this information cannot be obtained from your school, we will consider 18 semester/27 quarter hours to be equal to one year of full-time study.
Additional information
SSA-4100 PROVISION
The SSA-4100 provision applies to employees whose permanent or temporary duty station is outside of the Baltimore/Washington, DC/Falls Church Headquarters (which includes the Second Support Center in Durham, NC), Office of Central Operations (OCO), Baltimore/ Wilkes-Barre Data Operations Center (WBDOC), or Philadelphia (Region III). Employees who currently have an Availability for Assignment form (SSA-4100) on file will not be automatically considered for this position. Employees applying under the 4100 process must complete the electronic filing procedures listed in the How to Apply section.
NONCOMPETITIVE CONSIDERATION
Applications for noncompetitive consideration will be accepted from SSA employees in the area of consideration who are currently serving under the following types of appointments: Schedule A, Reg. 213.3102 (U) appointments for individuals with disabilities, Veterans Recruitment Appointments, and time limited appointments for veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Applicants serving under these provisions do not need to submit copies of your disability or Veteran's documentation. However, you must submit a current SF-50 that provides information on the appointment authority under which you were hired. Otherwise, you will not receive non-competitive consideration.
NOTE: Excepted service employees serving under Schedule A appointments for Attorney positions or Pathways Programs appointments (Presidential Management Fellows, Recent Graduates, and Interns) are not eligible for consideration.
Position to be filled under the provisions of the SSA/AFGE Merit Promotion Plan. Additional selections may be made within 3 months of the date of the initial selection.
LOCALITY PAY: Salary will be set in accordance with locality pay provisions. Candidates currently receiving a higher locality pay than the office applied for are advised that should they be selected, they will lose entitlement to the higher locality pay.
OTHER NOTES:
This position is a career ladder leading to GS-12.
This position is eligible for telework.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
This is a (5/5c) moderate risk public trust position. The selected employee will be required to complete a Standard Form 85p, Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions, in order to have the appropriate investigation conducted, unless the employee has been previously certified eligible to occupy a position at this level.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be rated using a 100-point scale and evaluated according to the following criteria:
- Experience Assessment: 50 points
- Performance Appraisal: 35 points
- Awards: 10 points
- Career Achievements: 5 points
- Knowledge of SSA laws, policies, and regulations pertaining to major SSA programs. Maximum 13 Points
- Ability to perform analyses on SSA systems and processes. Maximum 13 Points
- Skill in using Agency standard software packages. Maximum 12 Points
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Maximum 12 Points
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following section provides information on supporting documentation that must be submitted.
SSA-45 (all applicants)
SF-50 that provides information on the appointment authority under which you were hired (applicants for Noncompetitive Consideration only)
Proof of Education (all applicants qualifying on the basis of education)
Your SSA-45 must provide all of the information necessary to make qualifications determinations (e.g., all experience related to your qualifications for this position, full performance level of your current position, the dates at each grade level of your current or prior career-ladder position(s), etc.). These documents will be referred to the selecting official if you are eligible for the best qualified list. Employees' Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed for purposes of acquiring missing or incomplete information.
Your SSA-45 must specifically demonstrate, in your own words, the possession of the required experience related to the minimum qualifications, selective placement factors and/or evaluation criteria. Information that is copied or restated language from the vacancy announcement, rating criteria, KSAs and/or position description will not be considered. If this occurs, you may lose consideration for one or more grade levels or found ineligible.
Your resume (or SSA-45) must be very specific in describing how you meet these qualifications at the required grade level - if your federal grade level is not specified with your relevant experience you may be eliminated from further consideration.
It is recommended that you "View/Print My Answers" at the conclusion of the online questionnaire to ensure that you have answered every question AND view your submitted documents.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by the selecting official. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious, or Fraudulent Statements
Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire or in your SSA-45 may be subject to verification. By completing the electronic application process, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- SSA-45
- The Occupational Questionnaire: Click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account and follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Additional Required Documents, if applicable (See Required Documents section).
If you use assistive software or an adaptive device, or you are experiencing some other type of technical difficulty and/or otherwise require assistance with the application process, please contact Megan Millane at Megan.Millane@ssa.gov or (410) 965-5317.
Individuals with disabilities may call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
APPLYING FROM A PERSONAL COMPUTER OUTSIDE OF WORK
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: http://ssai.usajobs.gov. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g. your personal computer, etc.).
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email, standard mail, or facsimile sent directly to the Servicing Personnel Office. Applicants are required to file through the online application process. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
Agency contact information
Megan Millane
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DCS - OITPBS
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
US
Next steps
After all of the applications have been evaluated, you will receive notification via email explaining the status of your application. If you applied incorrectly or submitted an incomplete application, we will be unable to send you an electronic receipt of your application. Please read the How to Apply instructions carefully to ensure that you submit a complete application.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
Selection interviews may be conducted with one or more of the candidates, but there is no requirement that interviews be conducted. The hiring office will contact candidates directly for interviews. Applicants referred for consideration will receive a final disposition notice after selections have been made.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
The following section provides information on supporting documentation that must be submitted.
SSA-45 (all applicants)
SF-50 that provides information on the appointment authority under which you were hired (applicants for Noncompetitive Consideration only)
Proof of Education (all applicants qualifying on the basis of education)
Your SSA-45 must provide all of the information necessary to make qualifications determinations (e.g., all experience related to your qualifications for this position, full performance level of your current position, the dates at each grade level of your current or prior career-ladder position(s), etc.). These documents will be referred to the selecting official if you are eligible for the best qualified list. Employees' Official Personnel Folders will not be reviewed for purposes of acquiring missing or incomplete information.
Your SSA-45 must specifically demonstrate, in your own words, the possession of the required experience related to the minimum qualifications, selective placement factors and/or evaluation criteria. Information that is copied or restated language from the vacancy announcement, rating criteria, KSAs and/or position description will not be considered. If this occurs, you may lose consideration for one or more grade levels or found ineligible.
Your resume (or SSA-45) must be very specific in describing how you meet these qualifications at the required grade level - if your federal grade level is not specified with your relevant experience you may be eliminated from further consideration.
It is recommended that you "View/Print My Answers" at the conclusion of the online questionnaire to ensure that you have answered every question AND view your submitted documents.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
If you use assistive software or an adaptive device, or you are experiencing some other type of technical difficulty and/or otherwise require assistance with the application process, please contact Megan Millane at Megan.Millane@ssa.gov or (410) 965-5317.
Individuals with disabilities may call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
APPLYING FROM A PERSONAL COMPUTER OUTSIDE OF WORK
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: http://ssai.usajobs.gov. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g. your personal computer, etc.).
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email, standard mail, or facsimile sent directly to the Servicing Personnel Office. Applicants are required to file through the online application process. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
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How to Apply
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by the selecting official. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious, or Fraudulent Statements
Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire or in your SSA-45 may be subject to verification. By completing the electronic application process, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith. Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- SSA-45
- The Occupational Questionnaire: Click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account and follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Additional Required Documents, if applicable (See Required Documents section).
If you use assistive software or an adaptive device, or you are experiencing some other type of technical difficulty and/or otherwise require assistance with the application process, please contact Megan Millane at Megan.Millane@ssa.gov or (410) 965-5317.
Individuals with disabilities may call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
APPLYING FROM A PERSONAL COMPUTER OUTSIDE OF WORK
SSA employees may access Internal Vacancies On-Line (IVOL) postings and apply for vacancies from locations outside of SSA (e.g., from home, public computer, etc.). Please use the following link: http://ssai.usajobs.gov. Be sure to forward the link and other application materials (such as the SSA-45) to an email source accessible from outside of SSA (e.g. your personal computer, etc.).
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email, standard mail, or facsimile sent directly to the Servicing Personnel Office. Applicants are required to file through the online application process. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
Agency contact information
Megan Millane
- Address
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DCS - OITPBS
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
US
Next steps
After all of the applications have been evaluated, you will receive notification via email explaining the status of your application. If you applied incorrectly or submitted an incomplete application, we will be unable to send you an electronic receipt of your application. Please read the How to Apply instructions carefully to ensure that you submit a complete application.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
Selection interviews may be conducted with one or more of the candidates, but there is no requirement that interviews be conducted. The hiring office will contact candidates directly for interviews. Applicants referred for consideration will receive a final disposition notice after selections have been made.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Agency contact information
Megan Millane
- Address
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DCS - OITPBS
6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
US