| Job Opportunity: COMPUTER SCIENTIST [message #16970] |
Thu, 26 August 1999 00:00 |
haferman
Messages: 9
Registered: October 1996
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Job Opportunity
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICE CENTER, SOUTHWEST
COMPUTER SCIENTIST
GS-1550-11/12
$39,960 - $62,260 Per Annum
Location: Fleet Numerical Meteorology & Announcement #: DEA-291-99
Oceanography Center Models & Opening Date: 07/19/99
Data Department, Observational Closing Date: 08/31/99
Data Division
Monterey, California
OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IS NOT REQUIRED.
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent.
DUTIES: Incumbent functions as a member of a Satellite Data Team and
interfaces with other agencies and institutions to plan, implement,
improve and maintain software for the operational acquisition,
processing and display of satellite data. Determines specific
applications (including imagery for quality control) of satellite
data. Provides satellite data to assimilate in both meteorological and
oceanographic models. As System Engineer for the Satellite Data
Information and Processing Subsystems (SATIPS), responsible for the
analysis of hardware architecture to receive and process environmental
satellite data. As System Engineer for the SATIPS, determines and
defines data processing requirements from acquisition to products
generation. Designs software to efficiently perform the subsystems
function. Evaluates future sophisticated and complex satellite
processing hardware and software systems. Ensures adherence to
programming and documentation standards. Coordinates and conducts
implementation, upgrades, and maintenance of complex satellite data
processing, including SATIPS applications software. Performs the
SATIPS Software Configuration Manger (SCM) functions to ensure SATIPS
software integrity. As SCM, coordinates and maintains software
configuration identification, Source Level Maintenance including
version control, and software and documentation libraries. Interacts
with the other satellite data processing institutions, (AFWA, NAVOCEANO
and NOAA/NESDIS) in order to stay abreast of the of the latest advances
regarding satellite data processing and applications software. This
includes drafting requests for proposal, accepting contract-developed
software, and implementing that software on the FLENUMMETOCCEN system.
Performs SATIPS operational systems integration. Ensures that the
integrated SATIPS system operates seamlessly and synergistically with
FLENUMMETOCCEN operations.
IMPLEMENTATION OF CUT-OFF & CLOSING DATES: Applications will be
accepted for this position received by the closing date of 31 August
1999. Applications received under this announcement may be used to fill
other vacancies occurring within 90 days following the closing date of
this announcement.
SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: Applicant(s) will be required to
complete Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) prior to offer of
employment. A secret security clearance will be required. Scheduled
travel will be required. Incumbent will be required to respond
occasionally to after-hours telephone calls for assistance from the
FLENUMMETOCCEN Computer Operations Center.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship required.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: A degree (preferably in computer science). To be
acceptable, the curriculum must:
Have 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics and
computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have been
in any combination of statistics and mathematics that included
differential and integral calculus. Applicants should have sufficient
knowledge of statistics and mathematics, as well as other subjects, to
understand the fundamental concepts and techniques of computer
science.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade
is required. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrated
accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide
range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to
the position to be filled
Education completed in foreign college or universities may be used to
meet the above requirements if you can show that the foreign education
is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution
in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such
evidence when applying.
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid experience or volunteer
work such as in community, cultural, social services, and professional
association activities, on the same basis as for paid experience,
provided it is directly related to the job for which you are applying.
Therefore, you may report such experience in one or more of the
experience blocks at the end of your employment history if you feel
that it represents qualifying experience for the position. To receive
proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of
hours per week) spent in such activities.
RANKING FACTORS: In addition to the basic qualification requirements,
eligible applicants will be further evaluated against the following
ranking factors to determine highly qualified candidates.
1. Ability to analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex problems involving
the interaction of application programs and system software. Ability
to understand computer hardware characteristics and optimize the
applications software design accordingly.
2. Extensive knowledge and expertise in modern software engineering
principles and practices. High level of programming proficiency in
FORTRAN 90, C, OR C++. Knowledge of applications programming
techniques and procedures, automated system interactions, and real-time
data requirements.
3. Extensive knowledge and expertise in environmental satellite data
acquisition and processing in real-time operations. Experience in
using graphics software to display satellite images and other graphics
information for users and for quality control of products.
4. High level of proficiency with Unix operating systems, including
in-depth experience with Unix internals and interfaces. Experience in
the requirements, analysis, design and development of software under
UNIX open system environment, writing UNIX scripts, and the use of a
local area network.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both
orally and in writing. Ability to work independently and, as a team
member and leader, to interact effectively with a variety of technical,
managerial, and administrative personnel. Experience as a team leader
of a software work group.
BASIS OF RATING: Applicants will be rated on a scale of 70-100 based
on the quality and extent to which their education and experience show
possession of the qualifications required, as reflected in the
statements of their applications and/or any additional information
provided.
HOW APPLICANTS ARE EVALUATED: All applicants for this position will be
rated and ranked based upon the extent and quality of their experience,
training and/or education as reflected on the application. A list of
eligible applicants will be developed in appropriate ranking and
veterans preference order. Qualifications and veterans preference
eligibility will be determined on the basis of information submitted.
Missing information/forms will not be solicited. Failure to provide a
complete application may result in lost consideration. In the event
this position is filled from another source or otherwise canceled,
candidates will be notified.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit the following information:
a. Resume or any other written application format which, in addition to
specific information requested in this job announcement, must include
the following information as described in the flyer "Applying for a
Federal Job" (OF-510): (1) Announcement number; (2) full name; (3)
mailing address (with zip code); (4) social security number; (5)
country of citizenship; (6) veterans preference; (7) education level;
(8) related work experience (job title, duties, employer's name and
address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates,
hours per week, and salary); (9) if we may contact your current
supervisor; (10) and any other pertinent qualifications or related
training courses, skills, certificates and licenses or awards.
b. College transcripts.
c. If claiming 10-point veterans preference, one copy of Standard
Form 15, Claim for Veterans Preference, with required proof.
d. Photocopy of DD-214 if claiming veterans preference. (Do not
submit your original. Once submitted, originals cannot be returned or
copied.)
Federal Employment Information may be obtained at the:
a. Federal Job Opportunities Board (FJOB) at (912) 757-3100.
b. Career America Connection (CAC) by calling (912) 757-3000 or for TDD
Service call (912) 744-2299
c. Internet via Telnet at: fjob.opm.gov or File Transfer Protocol at:
ftp.fjob.opm.gov or USA JOBS on the World Wide Web: www.usajobs.opm.gov.
To obtain application and employment related information via fax, call
FedFax: San Francisco, CA (415) 744-7002; Washington, DC (202)
606-2600; Atlanta, GA (404) 331-5267; Denver, CO (303) 969-7764;
Detroit, MI (313) 226-2593.
NOTE: Although the Federal Government does not require a standard
application form on most jobs, we do need certain information to
evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet legal
requirements for Federal employment. If your chosen application format
does not provide all the information requested in this job vacancy
announcement and flyer OF-510 your application will be considered
incomplete. The OF-510 is available by calling FedFax at any of the
numbers listed above.
Complete the required forms indicating Computer Scientist,
GS-1550-11/12, Announcement No. DEA-291-99 on each page of the
application. Please remember that it is to your benefit to provide
accurate and detailed information concerning your qualifying
experience. DO NOT send copies of awards, citations, letters of
recommendation, personal evaluations, samples of projects or study
papers, or official job descriptions.
All applications under this announcement should be mailed to the
following address:
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICE CENTER, SOUTHWEST
ATTN: CODE 522 (DEA-291-99)
525 B STREET SUITE 600
SAN DIEGO CA 92101-4418
Please address the envelope exactly as shown above, using capital
letters, and be sure to include the HRSC Southwest code number, suite
number, and zip code plus four digits when addressing the envelope to
ensure timely receipt of your application.
Use of government paid postage is not permitted for the submission of
applications or related correspondence.
SPECIAL INFORMATION: Full consideration will be given to qualified
applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin,
marital status, sex, age, lawful political affiliation or physical
handicap.
Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well
qualified for the position to receive consideration for special
priority selection. ICTAP eligibles will be considered well qualified
if they attain civil service eligibility rating/score of 85 or higher
(not including veterans preference points).
Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they
meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704. This includes a copy of the
agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a
copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level,
and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that
you are applying as an ICTAP eligible.
Further information may be obtained on the Internet via Telnet at:
fjob.opm.gov or File Transfer Protocol at: ftp.fjob.opm.gov or USA JOBS
on the World Wide Web: www.usajobs.opm.gov.
If you are a disabled veteran; Purple Heart recipient; recently (120
days or less) discharged veteran; mother of a veteran who died in
action or is totally disabled; unremarried widow/widower of a veteran;
spouse of a totally disabled veteran with a service-connected
disability; or recently (120 days or less) returned from overseas
Federal civilian employment, filing deadlines may not apply to you.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. TO PROTECT
OUR EMPLOYEES AND THE PUBLIC, THE DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY IS A DRUG-FREE
WORKPLACE.
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