LEAD BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST

Summary This position is part of the Interior Business Center (IBC), Human Resources Directorate (HRD), IBC HRD Personnel and Payroll Systems Division. The incumbent will be responsible for leading a team of analysts in support of the analysis, testing, and implementation of a time and attendance system. Responsibilities Serves as a senior expert on special projects, performing system analysis, and testing for the functional aspects of Quicktime and other peripheral systems operated by the IBC and its client organizations. Serves as primary point of contact for the Supervisory Business Systems Analyst in the communication of team assignments, projects, issues requiring resolution, establishing deadlines and timeframes for completion of work. Coordinates and leads the team in implementation planning, considering the impact on clients, of all procedural and philosophical changes in Quicktime. Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, reviews completed work for compliance and reports to the supervisor periodically on team and individual work accomplishments, problems, and progress. Provides detailed instructions and explanations on activities performing research, analysis, testing, and implementation for system related changes or data requests. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation. Direct Deposit of pay is required. Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade (see Qualifications). Qualifications At the GS-13 level, you must meet the following qualification: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to: experience that demonstrates an extensive understanding and interpretation of payroll regulations, laws and time and attendance processes; leading a team in documenting and interpreting customer requirements, performing system analysis, functional design, maintenance, and testing of an automated time and attendance system; and experience in leading a client migration with a system, preferably a time and attendance solution. Applicants must carefully review the information in the “How You Will Be Evaluated” section for important information and instructions pertaining to the multi-hurdle assessment process for this position. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Programs: CTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Telework Suitability: The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act. Stipulations of Employment: Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period. Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule. Miscellaneous: This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. 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