IT Specialist (Data Mgmt)
What you'd do
This vacancy is for an IT Specialist (Data Mgmt) position in the Associate Director for Decennial Census Programs located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other IT Specialist (Data Mgmt), 2210-14 positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.
Major duties
Lead task forces and project teams in advanced systems software and database-driven technology efforts, acting as a technical authority and ensuring coordinated execution and integration of database platforms, applications, and related IT services. Analyzes and evaluates integrated systems and equipment to optimize computer methods for varied subject-matter needs, develops and maintains data architectures that ensure effective data modeling, system integration, and governance. Oversee or perform system implementation activities, including equipment installation or relocation, system testing, acceptance, and issue resolution involving software, hardware, and systems management Ensure secure and effective data management operations by integrating multiple hardware and software services, evaluating vendor delivered or internally developed software, and ensuring compliance with information security and assurance policies.,
What you need to qualify
For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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. Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations. Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. AND Specialized Experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes: Leading or coordinating IT projects or teams; designing, developing, implementing, or maintaining data systems; analyzing and evaluating IT systems or data processing systems; AND applying information-security and data-governance principles. Education: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this Grade Level. 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. After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement, 08/27/2026, to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.
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