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PLEASE NOTE: Based on current hiring restrictions, selectees may be subject to additional approvals prior to an offer being extended.
This position is located at Bureau of the Fiscal Service, Financial Integrity Products Division. As an IT Specialist (Technical Architect) you will define implementation patterns, lead technical coordination, and ensure Financial Integrity systems support secure, scalable, and compliant operations across federal agencies.
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Summary
PLEASE NOTE: Based on current hiring restrictions, selectees may be subject to additional approvals prior to an offer being extended.
This position is located at Bureau of the Fiscal Service, Financial Integrity Products Division. As an IT Specialist (Technical Architect) you will define implementation patterns, lead technical coordination, and ensure Financial Integrity systems support secure, scalable, and compliant operations across federal agencies.
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Location 1 vacancy in the following locations Washington, DC Hyattsville, MD Philadelphia, PA No matching locations found.
Work site options Telework eligible: Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job: No Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Salary 138,595 - 187,093 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 14
Promotion potential 14
Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time
Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series 2210 Information Technology Management
Supervisory status No
Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union No
Drug test No
Security clearance Not Required
Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 26-FS-13026432-P
Control number 879633100
This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition CTAP ICTAP RPL Federal employees whose job, agency, or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
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Important: This vacancy uses a two-phase application process. This is Phase 1 of 2 for this vacancy. To be considered for this position you must complete both phases of the application process or your application will be considered incomplete.
Phase 1: You must first complete and submit your application under this announcement.
Phase 2: After this announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to a separate competency assessment announcement. This email will provide details on completing Phase 2. You must use that link to complete and submit Phase 2. You must submit a résumé under both announcements and both announcements must show Application Submitted for your application to be considered complete. You will receive application status updates only under the Phase 1 announcement.
As an IT Specialist (Technical Architect) you will:
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Key Requirements Please refer to the Additional Information section for additional Conditions of Employment.
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To preview the application questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13026432
Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector, or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.
Specialized Experience For the GS-14, you must have one year (full 52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as:
In addition to meeting specialized experience, individuals must meet proficiency levels in each of the following competencies: Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Decision Making; Information Management; Interpersonal Skills; Oral Communication; Problem Solving; Teamwork; and Technical Competence.
A competency assessment will be used to determine whether you meet the required competency proficiency levels. Once this announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to access and complete Phase 2 of the application process.
For the required proficiency levels and competency definitions, please see the following link: Competency-Based Qualification Standard for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210.
If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), achieve a well-qualified score of 85 or higher to receive priority consideration.
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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: https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information
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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.
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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 window) Learn more about federal benefits.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (ex: resume and supporting documents), your responses to the application questionnaire, and the results of the online assessments required for this position. Be sure your resume includes enough detail to support your qualifications.
To be considered for this position you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires measurement of critical IT competencies needed to perform the job.
This vacancy uses a two-phase application process. You must complete and submit both Phase 1 and Phase 2 to receive consideration. Failure to complete and submit both announcements will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
Phase 1: You must complete and submit this announcement including the application questionnaire, required documents, and any required online assessments.
Phase 2: After this announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to a separate competency assessment announcement. You must use the link to complete and submit the required competency questions. The responses will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to determine whether you meet the required competency proficiency levels.
Overstating your qualifications or experience in your application materials or questionnaire may result in removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in removal from consideration.
You will be assessed on the following competencies, knowledge, skills, abilities, and characteristics: Accountability; Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Decision Making; Flexibility; Influencing/Negotiating; Integrity/Honesty; Interpersonal Skills; Learning; Reading Comprehension; Reasoning; Self-Management; Stress Tolerance; Teamwork.
The USA Hire Assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. Your assessment results will provide a rating that places you into one of three quality categories:
Your category placement determines if youll be referred to the hiring manager. Veterans preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category. Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category.
Optional Essay Questions Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agencys mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicants eligibility.
When The Bureau of Fiscal Service completes its hiring, the remaining list of qualified candidates may be shared with additional Treasury bureaus. You will have an opportunity to opt-in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with additional Treasury bureaus. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.
Benefits
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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 window) Learn more about federal benefits.
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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Required Documents
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A complete application includes:
Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible. Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.
Phase 2 Competency Assessment After the Phase 1 announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to complete the competency assessment. Please allow sufficient time to complete the responses before midnight on the closing date of the Phase 2 announcement. Narrative responses are expected to take at least one hour to complete. Non-detailed answers such as "NA," "See Résumé," etc., will be deemed ineligible. Failure to complete and submit the Phase 2 competency assessment will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
Résumé All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Cover letters are optional. Please limit your resume to two-pages. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration. Only the first 2 pages will be reviewed and considered for qualifications and eligibility determination in whether or not the minimum qualifications for the position have been met.
To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/day/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions.
For resume writing guidance, please visit USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job.
VETERANS PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
How to Apply
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Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
How to Apply
After the Phase 1 announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to complete the competency assessment in Phase 2. Use the exclusive link to access the Phase 2 announcement.
Important To complete the full application process you must submit applications under BOTH announcements. You will only receive status updates in the first announcement. Once completed, both announcements should show the Application Status as Application Submitted.
If you are required to complete USA Hire assessments you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will appear on your application submission screen and will also be sent by email. It will include your unique assessment access link and completion deadline. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Set aside about two (2) hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources.
Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. For more information regarding the job and applicant status please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status.
Fiscal Service provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
For additional information on how to apply please visit the Partnership for Public Services Go Government website.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201, certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at FairChanceAct@treasury.gov.
To learn more please visit our page at Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.gov
Agency contact information Applicant Call Center Phone: 304-480-7300 Email: fiscalserviceinquiries@fiscal.treasury.gov Address: Financial Integrity Products Division Treasury Common Services Center Parkersburg, WV 26101 US
Next steps Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
To update your application including supporting documentation During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click "Edit my application." This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status For more information regarding the job and applicant status please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. You will only receive status updates in the first announcement.
Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? We are here to help. The Treasury Recruitment Service regularly offers "Writing Your Federal Resume" training sessions and other career-related information sessions to assist you in your career search journey. To register for a session click here to go to our Career Information Sessions webpage.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:
Required Documents
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A complete application includes:
Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible. Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.
Phase 2 Competency Assessment After the Phase 1 announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to complete the competency assessment. Please allow sufficient time to complete the responses before midnight on the closing date of the Phase 2 announcement. Narrative responses are expected to take at least one hour to complete. Non-detailed answers such as "NA," "See Résumé," etc., will be deemed ineligible. Failure to complete and submit the Phase 2 competency assessment will result in an incomplete application and no further consideration.
Résumé All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Cover letters are optional. Please limit your resume to two-pages. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration. Only the first 2 pages will be reviewed and considered for qualifications and eligibility determination in whether or not the minimum qualifications for the position have been met.
To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/day/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions.
For resume writing guidance, please visit USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job.
VETERANS PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
How to Apply
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Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
How to Apply
After the Phase 1 announcement closes, eligible applicants will receive an email containing an exclusive link to complete the competency assessment in Phase 2. Use the exclusive link to access the Phase 2 announcement.
Important To complete the full application process you must submit applications under BOTH announcements. You will only receive status updates in the first announcement. Once completed, both announcements should show the Application Status as Application Submitted.
If you are required to complete USA Hire assessments you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will appear on your application submission screen and will also be sent by email. It will include your unique assessment access link and completion deadline. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Set aside about two (2) hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
Visit the USA Hire Applicant Resource Center for practice assessments and assessment preparation resources.
Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. For more information regarding the job and applicant status please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status.
Fiscal Service provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
For additional information on how to apply please visit the Partnership for Public Services Go Government website.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201, certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at FairChanceAct@treasury.gov.
To learn more please visit our page at Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.gov
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Agency contact information Applicant Call Center Phone: 304-480-7300 Email: fiscalserviceinquiries@fiscal.treasury.gov Address: Financial Integrity Products Division Treasury Common Services Center Parkersburg, WV 26101 US
Next steps Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
To update your application including supporting documentation During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click "Edit my application." This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status For more information regarding the job and applicant status please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. You will only receive status updates in the first announcement.
Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? We are here to help. The Treasury Recruitment Service regularly offers "Writing Your Federal Resume" training sessions and other career-related information sessions to assist you in your career search journey. To register for a session click here to go to our Career Information Sessions webpage.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:
Bureau of the Fiscal Service
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. As the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential leader in
| Location | Washington, DC |
| Industry | Government and Military |
| Salary | $138,595–$187,093 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.usajobs.gov/Search?d=TR |
Department of the Treasury
The Department of the Treasury is organized into two major components - the Departmental Offices and the operating bureaus. Treasury Bureaus make up 98% of the Treasury work force and are responsible for carrying out specific operations assigned to the Department. The Department of the Treasury includes:
*Departmental Offices (DO)
The Departmental Offices (DO)are primarily responsible for the formulation of policy and management of the Department as a whole, while the operating bureaus carry out the specific operations assigned to the Department.
*Bureau of Engraving & Printing (BEP)
The Bureau of Engraving & Printing (BEP) designs and manufactures U.S. currency, securities, and other official certificates and awards.
*Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is the largest of Treasury's bureaus. It is responsible for determining, assessing, and collecting internal revenue in the United States.
Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is responsible for enforcing and administering laws covering the production, use, and distribution of alcohol and tobacco products. TTB also collects excise taxes for firearms and ammunition.
Bureau of the Fiscal Service
The Bureau of the Fiscal Service was formed from the consolidation of the Financial Management Service and the Bureau of the Public Debt. Its mission is to promote the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the U.S. government through exceptional accounting, financing, collections, payments, and shared services.
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) supports law enforcement investigative efforts and fosters interagency and global cooperation against domestic and international financial crimes. It also provides U.S. policy makers with strategic analyses of domestic and worldwide trends and patterns.
Inspector General
The Inspector General conducts independent audits, investigations and reviews to help the Treasury Department accomplish its mission; improve its programs and operations; promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness; and prevent and detect fraud and abuse.
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) charters, regulates, and supervises national banks to ensure a safe, sound, and competitive banking system that supports the citizens, communities, and economy of the United States.
Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA)
The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) provides leadership and coordination and recommends policy for activities designed to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of the internal revenue laws. TIGTA also recommends policies to prevent and detect fraud and abuse in the programs and operations of the IRS and related entities.
U.S. Mint
The U.S. Mint designs and manufactures domestic, bullion and foreign coins as well as commemorative medals and other numismatic items. The Mint also distributes U.S. coins to the Federal Reserve banks as well as maintains physical custody and protection of our nation's silver and gold assets.
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