Job summary

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will serve as the director of the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP). The mission of CAP is to provide assistive technology (AT) and devices as reasonable accommodations (RA) to support individuals with disabilities and wounded, ill and injured Service members throughout the Department of Defense in accessing information and communication technology.

Major duties

As a SUPERVISORY PROGRAM ANALYST at the GS-0343-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a senior advisor to the Director of the Defense Support Services Center on all matters related to increasing employment and accommodation services of persons with disabilities and wounded Service members. Maintains an equitable, suitable, and functional Federal work environment commensurate with the disability. Serves as the DoD representative at the senior management level specializing in the area of technology, assistive technology and accommodations for people with disabilities. Sponsors demonstrations of accommodations for people with disabilities. Promotes and publicizes the CAP to the industry that develops accommodations, to the hardware and software standardization community, and to special interest groups. Serves as DoD representative for the DSSC and principal advisor at various senior Federal task force committees, such as the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), on employment, diversity and inclusion. Serves as the Department's principal interface with other Federal Agencies, industry, research and development activities and standards organizations committed to supporting increased employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Formulates policy, programs, and procedures for worldwide advancement of computer, telecommunications, and other electronic accommodations for individuals within the DoD, who must be given the opportunity to become productive employees given the proper equipment to accomplish their jobs. Develops business plans, establishes performance metrics, and evaluates risk in support of the Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act. Reviews, assesses, and reports on the effectiveness of management controls and program performance against program objectives. Oversees the operations and activities of the CAP Technology Evaluation Center (CAPTEC), Pentagon RM, 2D1049. Maintains an inventory of state-of-the-art assistive technology and devices to assist supervisors and employees in selecting the appropriate accommodation solutions for creating an accessible work environment. Evaluates equipment and associated services, conducts needs assessments for disabled employees, and demonstrations for supervisors of employees with disabilities, political appointees and leaders.*Plans and implements the expansion of CAP services to include on-site evaluations of information technology requirements at DoD agencies that participate in the Workforce Recruitment Program for Students with Disabilities and other student internship programs recognized by DoD or OPM. Also provides assistive technology and services to DoD military treatment facilities and schools for exceptional family members. As an expert in the arena of assistive technology, devices and other electronic accommodations, evaluates legislative initiatives and other proposed changes to the law or regulations for their impact on the CAP in the Federal workplace. Specifically, analyzes program's efficiency, effectiveness, and level of contribution toward the accomplishment of hiring and retention goals for persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and wounded Service members. Plans and executes the CAP budgetary program. This includes acquisition management of operational funds and execution of funds for multiple contracts and services. Oversees and validates CAP's credit card program, Blanket Purchase Agreements, Purchase Order Process, and Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPRs). Prepares responses to Congressional inquiries and prepares briefings for key federal and DoD officials pertaining to the area of state-of-the-art assistive technology and accommodations for people with disabilities and the advancement of hardware and software for computer, telecommunications and electronic equipment.

Qualification

You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Planning and executing a program to include multi-million dollar budget, as well as manage and lead both civilians and contract support. Proficiency operating in leading and managing a team which serves in a customer service role. Serving as a representative at the senior management level interfacing with Senior Executive leaders. Please keep your résumé to a reasonable length. If more than five pages are submitted, only the first five pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. 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

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Competencies: Communications Information Technology Application Program Management Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.