IT Specialist (DATAMGT)

JobSummary

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, Office of Management and Policy. The salary for this position will be adjusted based on the duty location. View the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) pay charts for more information: Salaries & Wages (opm.gov). Resumes must be no more than 2-pages in length.

LowGrade

12

HighGrade

12

PromotionPotential

14

SubAgencyName

Office of Management and Policy

OrganizationCodes

HE/HE13

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• fed-transition
• fed-internal-search

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

2

AgencyMarketingStatement

The Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General has been at the forefront of the nation's efforts to fight waste, fraud and abuse and to improving the efficiency of more than 100 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs. Our vision is to drive positive change in HHS programs and in the lives of the people served by these programs. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for HHS fights fraud, waste and abuse in HHS programs including Medicare, Medicaid, Healthcare Marketplaces, NIH, FDA, CDC and more. OIG HHS is the largest Federal inspector general's office, employing a nationwide network of auditors, investigators, attorneys, and evaluators to provide program recommendations to decision-makers, distribute educational resources to the industry and public, and investigate cases to root out fraud. OIG is ranked as the #1 agency in HHS by the Partnership for Public Service's "The Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" 2024 ratings and has maintained this top ranking every year since 2015. For more information about the HHS Office of Inspector General, go to http://oig.hhs.gov/.

TravelCode

2

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

• Duties for the IT Specialist (DATAMGT) GS-2210-12 include but not limited to: Supports the design and implementation of data pipelines for collecting, storing, and processing data from various sources, including CMS's Integrated Data Repository and HHS OIG's Data Workbench. IT Specialists will be able to develop processes using existing tools in the HHS OIG environment to extract raw data from these different sources, transform it into a usable format, and make the data available for to use for analytic projects. Supports data analysts throughout the agency by partnering with them to create and maintain new data services and products, such as the Shared Analytic Library. Participates in the design of a metadata process for use in reporting, analysis, and data access. Supports the organization in acquiring new data sets to support audits, investigations, and evaluations. Defines processes for the effective, integrated introduction of new data. Improves opportunities for enterprise sharing of data and data integration; improve internal access to data to increase the speed of decision making. Work within teams to develop appropriate documentation, data models, metadata repositories, and other data management tools. Supports OIG's efforts to track data inventories and collections, data purchases, databases, conceptual/logical/physical data models, and linkages between datasets. Assists team members in carrying out a broad range of work to critically analyze, synthesize, and report data and findings to satisfy the data provisioning and ad hoc analysis requests from each of the OIG components.

Education

This position does not allow substituting education for experience. For more information on the occupational requirements for this series, please visit Information Technology (IT) Management Series 2210 (Alternative A) (opm.gov)

Requirements

Evaluations

Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume. Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate possession of any specialized experience. Your resume will be evaluated by a subject matter expert to determine if you meet the qualifications for the position and will serve as a basis for an initial rating. Customer Service Data Analysis Data Extraction and Transformation Technology Application 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. 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). To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12930426 Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP/RPL will be applied for similar across HHS. HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats. Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act ("Fair Chance Act"): The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act (FCA) prohibits federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history record prior to extending 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 FCA. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the FCA may submit a written complaint to the Department by email at FairChanceAct@hhs.gov.

HowToApply

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. To be considered for eligibility, qualification assessment, and referral to the hiring manager, resumes must be limited to two pages. Please note that USAJOBS will not allow you to proceed with your application if your resume exceeds two pages. A complete application package for this vacancy must be received on-line via the USA Staffing web site by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/15/2026 to receive consideration. Mailed/emailed applications will not be accepted. Note: For information on how to edit your application, visit: How to edit a job application Questions regarding this vacancy or the application process should be directed to the HR Specialist. This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. Austin, TX Greenville, SC

WhatToExpectNext

Once the application questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed.

RequiredDocuments

All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s): Resume (Two page limit) Most Recent SF-50 (indicating time in grade, highest grade and step attained Proof of CTAP/ICTAP/RPL eligibility (e.g., RIF separation notice or notice of proposed removal) Note: Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, COULD AFFECT YOU RECEIVING CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE. Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants: CTAP/ICTAP/RPL documentation Other Supporting Documents: (Only submit if applicable to you) RPL Documentation (If you are on the Reemployment Priority List, you must submit proof of your RPL eligibility). Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the month and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. To be considered for eligibility, qualification assessment, and referral to the hiring manager, resumes must be limited to two pages. Please note that USAJOBS will not allow you to proceed with your application if your resume exceeds two pages. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJobs Resource Center.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits

OtherInformation

Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses may not be authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus may not be offered. Repayment of student loans may not be offered. Private sector work experience may be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual. Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Career Transition Program (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Documentation: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility. Appropriate documentation such as a reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, an SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record along with your application package. Those eligible for consideration will need to be rated as well-qualified at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position in order to exercise selection priority. For more information about ICTAP, go to: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition. EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences. Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

01

AnnouncementClosingType

03

AnnouncementClosingTypeOption

50

AgencyContactEmail

akira.grace@oig.hhs.gov

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

PositionSensitivitiy

High Risk (HR)

AdjudicationType

• Credentialing
• Suitability/Fitness