IT Specialist (PLCYPLN)
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Washington, DC - USA
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Job Summary
This position serves as a IT Specialist (PLCYPLN) located in the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OSIO) Service Delivery Staff Enterprise Portfolio Management IT Portfolio Management located in Washington DC. The primary purpose of this position is planning resourcing and executing policy and procedures within the scope of the components purpose and functions resolving conflicts that arise integrating and coordinating the work.
The duties and responsibilities for a IT Specialist (PLCYPLN) GSgenerally include but are not limited to the following:
- Oversees the planning review and coordination of agency-wide IT acquisitions to ensure technical requirements and appropriate approvals are satisfied.
- Serves as an IT portfolio manager ensuring IT investments and projects are aligned with organizational mission requirements strategic plans and enterprise priorities.
- Provides oversight and coordination of major IT projects and programs monitoring project performance milestones resources risks and deliverables.
- Analyzes statutory regulatory and policy requirements and determines necessary changes to existing IT directives policies and procedures.
- Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders Federal agencies OMB the Federal CIO Council vendors and other organizations on IT planning investment management enterprise architecture and technology initiatives.
- You must be a United States Citizen or National.
- You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
- You may be required to complete a probationary or trial period. See Additional Information for specific details.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born on or after December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
- You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
- Financial Disclosure: If selected you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
- A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment.
- This position requires the candidate to be able to hold a security clearance at the Secret security level.
To qualify for the position of IT Specialist (PLCYPLN) at GSyou must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below.
Basic Qualifications (2210 series): Please refer to the OPM IT Management Series 2210 Qualification Standard for the specific experience requirements for the GS-12 and above positions.
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Specialized Experience: To qualify for the GS-14 grade level you must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or comparable non-Federal experience. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing the following duties:
- Managing IT acquisitions investments and/or financial resources by providing oversight of IT budgets.
- Providing technical advice and recommendations to senior management on IT investment and acquisition decisions.
Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
After you submit this application you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement 10/07/2026 to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For the GS-14 level you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin.
Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP):
These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position you must:
- Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
- Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and
- Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
1) your performance and conduct;
2) the needs and interests of the agency;
3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
4) whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The DOJ Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found here: Service: If you were born male on or after December 31 1959 you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: .
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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.
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.
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Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to Ebony Stephenson at .
Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
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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