The Systems & Network Administrator performs routine administration to the servers and implements complex updates, including developing systems documentation and data network security. The incumbent performs server and network troubleshooting and triage during service failure scenarios and participates in intense investigations to determine the root cause and develop corrective actions.
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The successful candidate must be a self-starter as well as detail oriented. The candidate must be highly organized and tactful, possess good judgment, poise and initiative, and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Must have strong prioritizing and problem-solving skills. Must have solid communication skills (written & oral) to communicate effectively with persons within the court of various levels of technology expertise front line staff to chambers, as well as with persons outside the court. A demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with others in a team environment and to exhibit a professional manner is a must.
All appointments are subject to a full background check including an FBI Fingerprint Background Check, as well as periodic reinvestigation.
If offered employment, such employment will be provisional pending the satisfactory completion of a mandatory Fingerprint and Background Investigation. The provisional nature of your employment, however, will not affect your start date, salary, or other benefits.
To qualify at the CL 28 level:
Two years of specialized experience, including at least one year equivalent to work at the CL-27 or the completion of a master's degree or two years of graduate study (27 semester or 54 quarter hours) in an accredited university in information technology or a field closely related to the subject matter of the position.
Specialized experience is progressively responsible experience in or closely related to the work of the position that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully.
The Court prefers Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in information technology or a related field. Five (5) years of specialized experience which demonstrates working knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Systems and Network Administrator may be substituted for the degree requirement.
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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Benefits
11 holidays - 13-26 days annual leave (increases with service) - 13 days sick leave - Federal Employees Retirement System - Thrift Savings Plan - Commuter Benefit Program/Metro Transit Subsidy Program - Flexible Spending Accounts - Insurance available for health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The best-qualified applicants will be invited for in-person interviews in Washington, D.C. Because of the large number of applications anticipated, only those applicants invited for interviews will be contacted by the Court. Applicants selected for interviews must travel at their own expense. Interview and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.
(1) Cover Letter (include the Announcement Number and the position title and address your qualifications relating to the duties and responsibilities of this position);
(2) Résumé;
(3) Form AO78 Federal Judiciary Application Form which can be found at: www.uscourts.gov/uscourts/FormsAndFees/Forms/AO078.pdf;
(4) Three (3) business/professional references with name, affiliation, and contact information;
(5) Salary History for prior three (3) years;
(6) If a current Federal Civilian Employee, your latest Personnel Evaluation and your latest SF-50; and,
(7) If a current or recently discharged or retired military member, your latest Officer Evaluation Report (OER), Enlisted Evaluation Report (EER) or equivalent, and a copy of your DD Form 214.
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.
To apply for this position, you must combine ALL documents listed below into a single PDF file and email to uscfcjobs@cfc.uscourts.gov. Please include the Title and Job Announcement Number in the subject line.
1) Cover Letter (include the Announcement Number and the position title and address your qualifications relating to the duties and responsibilities of this position);
(2) Résumé;
(3) Form AO78 Federal Judiciary Application Form which can be found at: www.uscourts.gov/uscourts/FormsAndFees/Forms/AO078.pdf;
(4) Three (3) business/professional references with name, affiliation, and contact information;
(5) Salary History for prior three (3) years;
(6) If a current Federal Civilian Employee, your latest Personnel Evaluation and your latest SF-50; and,
(7) If a current or recently discharged or retired military member, your latest Officer Evaluation Report (OER), Enlisted Evaluation Report (EER) or equivalent, and a copy of your DD Form 214.
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