Information Technology Specialist (Web Developer) Direct Hire
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
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 USITCs 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 masters 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.
GS-9: To substitute education for specialized experience you must possess a masters or equivalent graduate degree or As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. if related; or you may combine specialized experience and graduate level education which totals at least 100 percent. (school transcript required by closing date)
GS-11: To substitute education for specialized experience you must 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; or you may combine specialized experience and graduate level education which totals at least 100 percent. (school transcript required by closing date)
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information visit: information
Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Employment of Relatives
Section 3110 of Title 5 U.S. Code prohibits a Federal official from appointing promoting or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises addition Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5 U.S. Code makes it a prohibited personnel practice for a person in authority to appoint employ promote advance or advocate for the appointment employment promotion or advancement of a relative. For further information visit: and Investigation
To ensure the accomplishment of its mission USITC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards all selected applicants must undergo and successfully completed a background investigation. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts child support and/or tax obligations as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
The agency may rescind the tentative offer if the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance.
Selective Service
If you are a male applicant born after December 31 1959 you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements please visit accommodations
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials such as education credentials employment history etc. will be verified as part of the security clearance process.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)
To be considered you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP please visit: ID number: DH-26-59-DF
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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