Summary This position is located within the USPTO-DCTA, Information Resources and Desktop Support Division (IRDS). The position plans and manages Trademark intranet SharePoint programs. The work involves providing technical advice to TM users at all levels of advanced technology for integration and implementation of automated information systems. Is charged with developing and deploying improvements and operational efficiencies through the optimal design and creation of all Trademarks SharePoint sites. Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per leave year. You are the right individual for this position if: You enjoy providing technical advice to TM users at all levels of advanced technology for integration and implementation of automated information systems; serves as a SharePoint specialist and subject matter expert (SME). You have enthusiasm for developing and deploying improvements and operational efficiencies through the optimal design and creation of all TM SharePoint sites. You are dedicated to assessing new SharePoint technology for implementation and integration feasibility and provides an impact evaluation of the new product; plans and manages technology development using SharePoint out-of-the box enhancements, improvements, widgets, etc; and supports developers with respect to coding languages (Java, Java Script, HTML, etc.). You are interested in managing TM SharePoint user accounts/permissions including creating new permission structures, tracking and fixing inheritance issues, granting/revoking access, and analyzing errors; investigates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in response to customer reported incidents. You are devoted to planning, designing, testing, implementing and managing manages intranet activities specifically as they pertain to SharePoint. You can happily support the installation, configuration, and support of Microsoft (MS) Office SharePoint servers and SharePoint services applications. You are excited about providing day-to-day administration and support for MS SharePoint services for intranet environments. You are delighted to serve as the liaison for technology development and integration provided by the Office of Chief Communications Officer and the Office of the Chief Information Officer in the development, implementation and maintenance of the TM SharePoint site. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Information Technology Management Series, 2210 Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service: For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS- 12. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience serving as a collaboration tool subject matter expert in a fast-paced, professional, legally based organization. Experience guiding higher-graded leaders and managers design and implement web-based tools meant to provide information, capture lessons learned and facilitate cross-organizational communication between colleagues and others. Experience as a SharePoint administrator charged with creating, applying, socializing, and enforcing business rules and operating procedures for an organization. Experience reviewing and analyzing the impact of emerging technology to meet user requirements and cost benefits. 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. Education Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Additional Information Time-in-grade/band requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement unless eligible for special hiring authority, reinstatement eligible, non-current Federal employee applying as a VEOA eligible which do not require time-in-grade/band. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. This is a Public Trust position and has a risk level designation of "moderate". This position is covered in the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU), Chapter 243 (BUS Code = 2318). Background Investigation - If selected for this position, you may be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306), which includes a fingerprint and credit check, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The USPTO participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the Department of Homeland Security Website. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice. Relocation Expenses are not authorized and will not be paid. CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a "well qualified" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: OPM CTAP/ICTAP. CTAP/ICTAP documentation requirements are listed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued. All application materials become the property of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
