Information Technology Specialist (Web Developer) Direct Hire

MAJOR DUTIES

• Ensures USITC production websites are effectively maintained and available, website content is up-to-date, and helps identify and resolve basic website issues.
• Supports the overall technical implementation of the USITC's Internet and intranet website services,
• Supports the secure configuration, administration and optimization of web technologies and third-party software hosting or integrated with agency websites
• Operates web monitoring tools to collect and review usage and performance data and reports findings to senior Web Team staff.
• Assists with implementing projects by following established software-development and project-management practices.
  

• You must be a U.S. citizen or national.
• You will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Selectee must obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
• You may be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement.

You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERIES 2210

Individual Occupational Requirements
To qualify, applicants must demonstrate proficiency at or above the minimum level established for each required competency applicable to the grade level, in addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements.

Specialized Experience
To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-07 level. Specialized experience is defined as

1) Applying secure software development and testing practices throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in accordance with Agile software development methodologies to ensure the delivery of secure, reliable, and high-quality web applications.

2) Demonstrated experience with all phases of the SDLC, including the design, development, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of public-facing websites utilizing a Content Management System (CMS) within a Linux-based operating system environment.

3) Following established policies, procedures, and governance processes to update, maintain, and publish website content while meeting established service level agreements (SLAs) for timeliness, accuracy, and quality of deliverables.

4) Using web analytics and monitoring tools, such as Google Analytics, to collect, analyze, and interpret website usage, performance, and user engagement metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of website functionality and user experience.

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Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related

To qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience obtained in the private or public sector that is equivalent to the GS-09 level. Specialized experience is defined as

1) Designing, implementing, and maintaining public-facing websites using the Drupal Content Management System (CMS), including performing system administration functions for Drupal and integrated third-party technologies.

2) Ability to design user-centered website front-end interfaces in accordance with industry best practices for usability and user experience while ensuring compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable accessibility standards.

3) Supporting the integration, administration, and optimization of web technologies, including Drupal and third-party software, to enhance website performance, manage user access, and maintain secure operations through the timely application of software updates and remediation of security vulnerabilities.

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Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related

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.