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IT Specialist (APPSW)
Job Location:
Job Location:
McLean, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 120298 - 120298
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Summary
You will be a hands-on Power Platform Specialist responsible for the design development implementation and maintenance of Power Platform solutions including Power Apps and related Microsoft 365 addition you will serve as the SharePoint Online Administrator responsible for the administration governance support and enhancement of the Agencys SharePoint Online environment.
As a Power Platform Specialist you will serve as the hands-on technical lead and subject matter expert for Microsoft Power Platform and SharePoint Online. Specific duties include:
- Designing developing and supporting enterprise Microsoft Power Platform solutions using Power Apps Power Automate and related Microsoft 365 technologies.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to analyze business processes identify automation opportunities define functional and technical requirements and implement Power Platform solutions.
- Administering configuring and supporting the Agencys SharePoint Online environment including site collections permissions information architecture content management and collaboration features.
- Developing and maintaining technical standards governance practices procedures and best practices for Microsoft Power Platform and SharePoint Online.
Conditions of employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
- Resume and supporting documents (See How to Apply)
- Suitability for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary or trial period.
- Submission of a financial disclosure report may be required.
Qualifications
You may qualify at the VH-39 (GS-13) band level if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the VH-38 (GS-12) band in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position; examples include:
- Experience designing developing implementing and maintaining enterprise business applications workflow automation solutions and reporting capabilities using Microsoft Power Platform technologies.
- Experience developing solutions that support complex business processes integrating with multiple data sources and/or enterprise systems and adhering to established security governance and lifecycle management practices.
- Experience administering configuring and supporting enterprise SharePoint Online environments.
- Experience managing permissions and security information architecture governance and operational support.
In addition to the specialized experience requirements listed above for each grade level individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below:
1. Attention to Detail
2. Customer Service
3. Oral Communication
4. Problem Solving
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.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Current and former Federal employees (including VEOA eligibles) must have served one-year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade in the Federal service to meet time-in-grade restrictions per 5 CFR 300 Subpart F by the closing date of the announcement.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience to qualify for the VH-39.
Additional information
- If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans preference you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans preference you must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans preference visit: born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For more information visit: Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed.
- To receive selection priority for this position you must: (1) meet the CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
- All FCA employees are subject to the conflict-of-interest laws and Standards of Ethical Conduct imposed upon all employees of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government and may be required to file a Financial Disclosure Report.
- FCAs supplemental ethics regulations restrict certain FCA employees concerning their direct or indirect interests in or connections with Farm Credit System institutions. These rules also require all employees to obtain approval for outside employment or business activities. Please contact the HR Division for additional information on these rules.
- FCA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
- This announcement may be used to fill similar vacancies.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply to all band/grade levels for which believe they are qualified for and wish to receive consideration.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 with some exceptions prohibits the Farm Credit Administration from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. If you apply to this position and are selected we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly visit our website at (Careers at FCA Farm Credit Administration) for information on filing a complaint.
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.
Required Experience:
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