• Job family (Series)

  2210 Information Technology Management

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  • Chief Technology Officers
  • Data Analyst
  • Officers, Chief Technology

• Requirements

  Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • You must meet the definition of specialized experience.
  • You must meet time-in-grade-requirements.
  • Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
  • Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable (www.sss.gov)
  • Suitable for Federal employment.

  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.

  Qualifications

  You must meet the following United States Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) qualification requirements for the advertised position. OPM’s prescribed Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Information Technology (IT) can be found at Hereyou must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.

  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, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-12.

  Specialized experience for this position includes:

  • Operating software systems to analyze and present data such as Oracle, Hyperion, Microsoft SharePoint (establishing or administering SharePoint site/presence), Enterprise Data Warehouse (retrieving and analyzing data), Alteryz Designer, Tableau, Business objects, BI, Power BI, and statistical analysis software.
  • Specializing in IT concepts, principles, and practices such as data management, system architecture, systems integration, data automation, modeling techniques, data warehousing, data mining, data visualization and developing process models.

  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.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst) at USPTO

  Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

  Customer Service - Works with business partners and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

  Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Written communication is clear, concise and avoids jargon.

  Problem Solving- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst)

  Education

  Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.

  Additional information

  Applicants applying for this position must be a United States Citizen.

  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 Non-Bargaining Unit position.

  This is a Public Trust position and has a risk level designation of “moderate”.

  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.

  Probationary Period- If selected, you may be required to complete an initial one-year probationary period.

  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.

  The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), 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 factors. If you believe that you have been discriminated against and would like to file an EEO complaint, you must do so within 45 days of the date of the alleged discriminatory act. Claims of employment discrimination must be submitted to the attention of the USPTO’s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity via email ([email protected]) or phone (571-272-8292).

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst) at USPTO

  How You Will Be Evaluated

  You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

  You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

  Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions. Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate possession of any specialized experience and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement.

  The self-assessment questions relate to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies (KSA’s). You do not have to respond to the KSA’s.

  KSA 1 - Developing data and resource allocation plans; planning and leading efforts in the development of enterprise and local systems and software requiring innovative solutions and resolution of critical problems.

  KSA 2 - Skill in applying, a wide variety of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques.

  KSA 3 - Skill in communicating with officials, managers, and supervisors, both orally and in writing.

  Your responses to the self assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self assessment questions, or your score may be adjusted or lowered accordingly which may affect your overall final rating. The best qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. If referred all relevant documents submitted with your application package will be forwarded to the selecting official, due weight shall be given to performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 CFR § 335.103(b)(3), during the interview/selection process conducted by the hiring manager. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or for changing your scored responses to questions you’ve answered, which may affect your overall final score.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst)

  If you are invited for an interview, you will be asked to bring a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.

  Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application).

  Background checks and security clearance

  Security clearance

  Not Required

  Drug test require

  No

  Position sensitivity and risk

  Moderate Risk (MR)

  Trust determination process

  Credentialing, Suitability/Fitness

  Required Documents

  A complete application consists of:

  1. A resume or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications; optional cover letter:

  Your resume should indicate your citizenship and should list your educational and work experience including titles, salary, employment dates, duties, experience and how it relates to the specialized experience in the job announcement. Please Note: Responses to job questions that are not fully supported by the information in your resume may result in adjustments to your rating. Any experience claimed in a cover letter should be substantiated by information contained in your resume. A HR Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the hiring official.

  Supporting Documents:

  PLEASE NOTE:

  Applicants who meet the minimum eligibility and qualification requirements for this position may be contacted via email within 7 business days of this announcement closing to submit follow-up supporting docs if applicable. Applicants applying as current/former Federal employees OR as VEOA eligibles who fail to submit supporting documents within 5 business days of receiving the email request will lose further consideration for this position. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP or Sch A eligibility who fail to submit supporting documents within 5 business days of receiving the email request will not lose consideration for this position, however they will not be entitled to special or priority consideration. Supporting docs that may be requested of applicants after the closing date of this announcement are:

  1. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) -

  For current and/or former Federal employees, your status eligibility and highest permanent grade/step/salary held in the Federal service will be validated with a copy of your most recent SF-50, “Notification of Personnel Action” so that we may verify your time-in-grade.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst) at USPTO

  2. Performance Appraisal -

  Recent performance appraisal with supervisor’s signature showing the official final rating of record, and copy of incentive award(s). In cases where the performance appraisal is incomplete or unavailable, applicants may provide explanation of the reasons.

  3. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) documents -

  If you are a Veteran claiming eligibility under VEOA, you will be asked to submit a copy of your DD-214. Veterans must include dates of military service on their application materials, and submit a copy of each Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214. For more info, please visit Special Appointing Authorities for Veterans.

  4. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) documents -

  Applicants will be asked to submit:
  (1) A copy of your specific RIF notice, written notice of your expected separation or other documents of priority consideration status;
  (2) A copy of your latest SF-50 noting current position, grade, and duty location;
  (3) A copy of your last performance appraisal and the rating; and
  (4) Any documents from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.

  5. Special Appointing Authorities -

  If you are applying under the special appointing authority such as those authorized for the severely disabled (Schedule A) or Vietnam era and disabled veterans (VRA), you will be asked to submit documents showing eligibility to non-competitively apply under Merit Assignment announcements. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking on your application. For more info on non-competitive appointments and supporting documents, please visit Federal Employment of People with Disabilities or Feds Hire Vets - Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans.

  You can choose ONE of the following methods to submit Supporting Documents:
  1) You can upload your documents when you register or update your information on the Dept. of Commerce site which you access through the USAJobs site.
  OR
  2) You can fax your documents to 571-258-4254 using the system generated fax cover sheet.
  Your application and all required documents must be received by 11:59 pm ET on the closing date of this job announcement.
  NOTE: The preceding documents requirement are based on job requirements and individual applicant eligibility. Not all documents are applicable to all applicants; if you are unsure which documents apply to you, contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst)

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

  Benefits

  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.

  The United States Patent and Trademark Office offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) and Telework Program are available to eligible employees.

  Visit Working for the Federal Government to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.

  Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement

  Federal agencies, including the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. USPTO Job Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should request accommodation(s) from the USPTO at https://www.uspto.gov/accommodation. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

  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.

  IT Specialist (Data Analyst) at USPTO

This job is open to

• • Individuals with disabilities

• • Federal employees - Competitive service

    Current or former competitive service federal employees.

  • Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

    Federal employees who meet the definition of a “surplus” or “displaced” employee.

  • Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

• Special authorities

  Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

• Veterans

Clarification from the agency