Job summary

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below. Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $86,962 - $113,047 Columbus, OH: $90,669 - $117,866 Dayton, OH: $90,178 - $117,227 Fort Belvoir, VA: $99,200 - $128,956 New Cumberland, PA: $99,200 - $128,956 Ogden, UT: $86,962 - $113,047 Philadelphia, PA: $95,694 - $124,398 Richmond, VA: $90,751 - $117,972

Major duties

Participates in the design and development of complex Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems... ...focusing on system automation, Industrial Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and associated network architecture infrastructure. Oversees and coordinates all phases of IT and OT system projects, including planning and analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and implementation, for DLA Energy supply chain initiatives... ...Provides system support for technologies such as Automated Fuel Handling Equipment, Tank Gauging, Hydrant Equipment Monitoring Interface, and Hydrant Fuel Automated Maintenance systems... ...as well as Traditional IT platforms such as Fuels Manager Defense (FMD) and Energy Procurement Support Tools (EPST). Ensures that the design, development, deployment, and sustainment of Energy IT and OT projects adhere to schedules, stay within budget, and meet performance standards as defined by functional and technical stakeholders during project development. Researches and analyzes complex system schematics and blueprints to resolve configuration and interface challenges between application modules or external system partners, as referred by other systems analysts. Analyzes logistics business processes within automated information systems (AIS) and Industrial Control System / Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (ICS/SCADA) systems... ... leveraging Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software, ensuring that proposed system changes, fixes, and enhancements maximize the capabilities of the software/hardware. Develops and assists in the creation of functional requirements and technical specifications, ensuring alignment with mission needs and technical capabilities. Provides technical expertise to project teams, identifying the optimal use of data elements, tables, internal configurations, and tools within COTS solutions to enhance system functionality. Delivers customer support, addressing system users’ needs by evaluating the criticality of reported issues, preparing effective responses, and recommending solutions. Coordinates and communicates with stakeholders, including DLA Headquarters, lead site representatives, team leads, and project managers... ...to propose and implement resolution alternatives that are technically accurate, business-aligned, and achievable within required timeframes. Acts as the Contracting Officer Representative or the Contractor Officer Technical Representative (COTR).Supports and assists the Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR).

Qualification

Qualifications: To qualify for an IT Project Manager (APPSW), your qualifications must include: Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Examples of specialized experience are identified in the Major Duties section of this vacancy announcement and may also include: Recommends effective resolutions to system design and problem issues, balancing trade-offs between system performance, efficiency, customer and business needs, the criticality of the process within the business area, and the technical capabilities of current software and hardware for both IT and OT systems. Analyzes and evaluates customer user requirements from multiple perspectives, including processes embedded within COTS software and the functionality of electronic components supporting DLA's logistics business operations. Ensures application interfaces, extensions, forms, and reports adhere to regulatory requirements governing IT/OT cyber and physical security while aligning with the agency's logistics business processes and operational objectives. Tasks related to all facets of the project including requirements definition, product development, systems support and implementation. Consults with Senior Project Integrator to resolve project management problems that require the incumbent to apply precedent setting solutions to technology, methodology, policy, and guidance conflicts. For all positions individuals must have IT and/or OT- related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - 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. Oral Communication - 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 - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Evaluations

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Requirements Analysis (APPSW) Software Development (APPSW) IT Configuration Management (APPSW) IT Customer Support (APPSW) Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.