COMPUTER ASSISTANT
What you'd do
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. To operationally manage all aspects of IT hardware and software assets for Buckley Space Force Base; to include acquisition, support, training, receipt and acceptance, physical inventory management, disposal and financial reporting.
Major duties
Administers information systems. Monitors ongoing operation of network systems to ensure hardware and software are functioning properly and that operational standards are met Administers and Manages the Base Equipment Control Office (BECO). Serves as project officer for recommending selection of and installing new computer systems and software, and maintaining all computer systems Provides training and assistance to customers.
What you need to qualify
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-02 (next lower grade GS-07) or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Applying the fundamentals of programming logic, system and higher level languages used in limited programing, and operating system input/output methods to program assigned modules; utilizing programming techniques to recognize program modification requirements that can be designed and implemented without impacting total system logic or processing effectiveness; utilizing record requirements to write summaries of work efforts to provide finished input to program records for the guidance of others; and the utilization of subject matter information requirements to coordinate content and similar information used in module and modification programming. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of DoD, Air Force and Space Force automated data processing and networking standards, policies and techniques. Knowledge of computer hardware and software systems and their interfaces; and higher level programming languages and other job control languages. Knowledge of data content and output options for a variety of administrative, scientific and/or technical program applications that are processed on any of several multi-program operating systems. Knowledge of facility environment and infrastructure to support computer systems. Ability to use and maintain a computer system, equipment and software; analyze computer network, software and hardware problems and develop effective and economical solutions; and train users on new computer systems. Ability to remain knowledgeable on technological advances and subsequently advise management on effective strategies to utilize the advances to meet future requirements and make recommendations on developing and establishing policy. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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