IT Specialist (DATAMGT) - Region 5
This position is in Region 5, Water Division, State & Tribal Programs & Support Branch, Section 2.
If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement. Salary will be based on the grade level for which you are selected.
About Region 5: https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-5
This job is open to
- Recent graduates - Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.
- The public - U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Recent Graduates who have completed a qualifying degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution or technical education program within the preceding two years of application submittal (the two years begins on the date all course requirements are met). Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation may apply up to six years after degree or certification.
Duties
At the entry level of this position, you will:
- Assist higher-graded IT Specialists with designing and implementing data management systems to meet program needs.
- Provide maintenance for existing data management systems.
- Participate on data management project teams.
When entering a Federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level.
You will spend less than 25% of your work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.