IT Specialist- usa job vacancy

Job Title:IT Specialist (SA/AS) COBOL
Department:Department Of The Treasury
Agency:Internal Revenue Service

Job Announcement Number:13CE2-ITX0262-2210-9T12AD
SALARY RANGE:$54,032.00 to $97,333.00 / Per Year
Deadline: Tuesday, August 06, 2013
SERIES & GRADE:GS-2210-09/12
POSITION INFORMATION:FULL TIME - PERMANENT CAREER/CAREER-CONDITIONAL
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:12
DUTY LOCATIONS:21 vacancies in the following location(s):
Lanham, MD, US
Detroit, MI, US
Austin, TX, US
Farmers Branch, TX, US
Ogden, UT,

WHO MAY APPLY:U.S. CITIZENS, NO PRIOR FEDERAL EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

JOB SUMMARY:

WHY IS THE IRS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK? At the IRS, you will use your skills in accounting, business, finance, law enforcement, information technology, advocacy and more to help make America stronger. The IRS is one of the largest financial institutions in the world and the work we do helps fund America. We are counting on bright, talented and dedicated individuals like you to achieve our goals. You will be both challenged and supported so whether you are just starting out or looking for new opportunities, consider the IRS and start making a difference today.

This announcement is being used to create an inventory of qualified applicants for IT COBOL Application Developers and will be used to fill immediate and future vacancies.  The following cut-off dates have been identified for order of consideration:  02/22/13, 03/22/13, 04/22/13, 05/22/13, 06/21/13, and 07/22/13.  Eligible applicants will be considered as vacancies become available based on cut-off dates and date of application.  Eligible CP and CPS compensable veterans will be considered with the first group of certified eligibles referred after applications are received.  Applicants not meeting minimal qualification by any of the above cut off dates have the opportunity to submit updated information/documentation to support their eligibility at any time before the closing date of the announcement.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. As the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential leader in today's global economy. We have over 100,000 employees across the country and around the world. Come Join the Department of the Treasury and Invest in Tomorrow.
WHAT IS THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)? The IRS is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury and one of the world's most efficient tax administrators. Yearly, the IRS collects more than $2 trillion in revenue and processes over 200 million tax returns. The IRS Mission is to provide the United States taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax responsibilities and by applying the tax law with integrity and fairness to all.
WHAT DOES AN IRS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST DO? As an Information Technology Specialist, you will work with the latest technology in one of the largest financial institutions in the world.
WHAT IS THE IRS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION?
The mission of IRS Information Technology is to provide leadership in the delivery of information technology solutions that anticipate and meet enterprise-wide needs by empowering employees to deliver customer-centered, value-creating systems, products, services, and support.

Positions are located in Lanham, MD; Detroit, MI; Ogden, UT; martinsburg, WV; Dallas, TX; Austin, TX.

Duties:
As an Information Technology Specialist (SA/AS) COBOL Applications Developer you will:

• Developing or assisting in the development of COBOL software applications in support of the IRS.
• Coding, testing and debugging programs according to detailed requirements.
• Supporting the maintenance of existing applications software.
• Participating on and/or leading a team that designs, develops, tests and implements software applications.
• Supporting and providing quality customer service in the development, and integration of software applications and systems that enable customers to successfully meet their business goals.
• Understanding of and/or experience with life cycles as applies to software development.
• Providing coaching and/or on the job training to junior level programmers.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
You must meet the following eligibility and basic qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS
GS-9-LEVEL
A. A master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field of study such as: computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering or other field that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems. OR

B. 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a graduate degree in a field of study such as: computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering or other field that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems. One year of graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended. OR

C. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-7 level that  demonstrated knowledge of computer requirements and techniques in carrying out project assignments consisting of several related tasks, such as typically is the case in development of minor modifications to parts of a system on the basis of detailed specifications provided. The assignments must have showncompletion of the following, or the equivalent:
Analysis of the interrelationships of pertinent components of the system;
Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment; and
Personal responsibility for at least a segment of the overall project.

OR

D. At least 1 year of combined graduate education and experience as defined in paragraphs B and C above.
GS-11-LEVEL
A. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field of study such as: computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering or other field that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems. OR

B. 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a graduate degree in a field of study such as: computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering or other field that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems.  One year of graduate education is creditable in accordance with its relationship to a year of full-time study at the school attended.  OR

C. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-9 level that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques. For example, assignments would show, on the basis of general design criteria provided, experience in developing modifications to parts of a system that required significant revisions in the logic or techniques used in the original development. Accomplishments normally involve the following, or the equivalent:
Knowledge of the customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization;
Planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls; and
Adaptation of guidelines or precedents to the needs of the assignment.

OR
D. At least 1 year of combined graduate education and experience as defined in paragraphs B and C above.
In addition to the above, to be qualified for this grade level you must have experience writing COBOL software code on UNISYS and/or IBM mainframe computer platforms, modifying & using Executive Control Language (ECL) or Job Control Language (JCL) executed on the mainframe platforms with review from senior member.  Experience in using software configuration management tools SquA (UNISYS) & Endevor (IBM), CICS & DB2 on the IBM mainframe. Experience in the use of utilities @COMPARE, @DOWN, & File Cracker on UNISYS as well as with File Manager, DeBug, Syncsort on IBM systems.

GS-12-LEVEL
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of the normal line of progression of this position in the Federal government. Specialized experience is experience that is related to the work of this position and has provided you with the competencies required for successful job performance. Qualifying experience is experience that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled. This knowledge is generally demonstrated by assignments where the applicant analyzed a number of alternative approaches in the process of advising management concerning major aspects of ADP system design, such as what system interrelationships must be considered, or what operating mode, system software, and/or equipment configuration is most appropriate for a given project.

In addition to the above, to be qualified for this grade level you must have experience in writing COBOL software code on UNISYS and/or IBM mainframe computer platforms, modifying & using Executive Control Language (ECL) or Job Control Language (JCL) executed on the mainframe platforms with review from senior member. Experience in using software configuration management tool SquA (UNISYS) & Endevor (IBM), CICS & DB2 on the IBM mainframe. Experience in the use of utilities @COMPARE, @DOWN, & File Cracker on UNISYS as well as with File Manager, DeBug, Syncsort on IBM systems.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

    Your application will be rated based on education, training, and quality of your experience. You will respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following competencies: Computer Languages, Software Development, Software Testing and Evaluating, Systems Life Cycle, Teamwork and Technical Documentation.
    Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position. Failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "NOT QUALIFIED" determination for this position. For tips preparing your resume click http://www.jobs.irs.gov/downloads/ResumeTips.pdf; for cover letter tips click http://www.jobs.irs.gov/downloads/CoverLetterTips.pdf.
    You will be tentatively assigned to a category group (A, B, C, etc.) based on your responses to the online questions. Each category group represents a quality level (i.e., A = Superior, B = Highly Qualified, etc.). Candidates will be considered in category group order. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher). All other preference eligibles will be assigned based on their responses to the questions and will referred for selection before non-preference eligibles within the same category. Applicants are "tentatively" assigned to a category group pending qualifications validation and assessment results.
    Your final category assignment determines the order in which you are considered for the position, applicants are referred to the selecting manager in category order (A, B, C). You may be required to participate in a selection interview. The IRS will not reimburse costs related to the interview such as travel to and from the interview site. If you are a displaced or surplus federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must receive a score of 80 or Category B or better to be rated as well qualified to receive special selection priority.


BENEFITS:
We offer a workplace that is respectful, fair and values diversity. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous - helping you to reach your personal goals by supporting your professional growth, health, well-being and your family needs. We also offer challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. For additional information view and learn more about our benefits package at: https://my.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc
OTHER INFORMATION:

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
 If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Carmel Cipriano at carmel.cipriano@irs.gov  Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If the State Rehabilitation Center or the State Commission for the Blind has certified you as eligible for reasonable accommodation, you may wish to contact your counselor to apply for employment through the IRS Disability Employment Program in addition to applying for this vacancy announcement.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
 If selected for this position, you will be required to:
Complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
Provide information to successfully complete a background investigation. Applicants must have a successfully adjudicated FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check) and a NACI or equivalent.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 (http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-9_IFR_02-02-09.pdf); one must be a valid state or federal government-issued picture identification. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Employees must maintain PIV credential eligibility during their service with the Department of the Treasury.
Undergo a pre-employment federal income tax verification. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) participates in e-Verify (Employment Verification). IRS will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If it cannot be confirmed that you are authorized to work, we will provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment.

HOW TO APPLY: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/337198800