Temporary Systems Administrator Jobs in Decatur, IL

Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a COMPUTER ASSISTANT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1074000 and is part of the IL AASF 1, National Guard.
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As a COMPUTER ASSISTANT (TITLE 32), GS-0335-9, you will administer and maintain the Aviation Logistics Enterprise-Platform (ALE-P) at the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) and provide guidance to users in the daily operation and maintenance of the ALE-P and serve as the point of contact between the AASF and external supporting organizations (e.g., Combat Service Support Automation Management Office AVCRAD, National Guard).
Major Duties - This is not an all-inclusive list:

• Monitor database files from outside sources (e.g., inspection master files, component master files and reportable item files) to ensure data integrity and applicability
• Restore deleted data files as necessary and utilize Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the event of ALE-P failure
• Create database inquiries to access local information stored in the ALE-P.
• Assign, secure, store, and maintain user IDs, passwords and controls individual and group access to the ALE-P.
• Troubleshoot common or recurring problems experienced by laptop users.
• Assist AASF users in preparing locally designed reports.
• Prioritize work and necessary repair actions to ensure operating systems function correctly.
• Train or work with personnel on ALE-P changes and procedures.
• Ensure data and data files are accurately entered into a system through the Local Area Network (LAN).
• Provide advice and recommendations for using and safeguarding ALE-P data and resources against unauthorized disclosure, modification, access, use, destruction or denial of service.
• Maintain and update unit parameters and aircraft/weapon systems authorization files to ensure calculated readiness rates are available.
• Create local modifications to the Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS) system; modifications within and among systems are created to provide for the communication of data between testing platforms and the STAMIS system.
• Work with multiple operating systems with guidelines that are not always specific or may not exist.
• Monitor the transfer of data between aircraft laptops and LAN computers to ensure data integrity is maintained; monitor data back-up systems.
• Ensure the timely and accurate exchange of maintenance, supply and operational data between individual aircraft laptop computers and the LAN.

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Conditions of employment

• IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

Qualifications
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence:

• The area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ARNG / ILNG.

Military Grades: Enlisted - must have rank of PFC, not to exceed rank of SFC.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess experience, training, or education which demonstrates the ability to follow directions, procedures, or systematic work methods which gives evidence of the ability to perform this work; experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-09 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes 12 months experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience includes, but is not limited to, maintaining continuity of production control; coordinating work load priorities and scheduling multiple requirements; experience applying optional methods to new or developmental requirements and provide for program dependencies and priorities; experience identifying computer requirements or techniques associated with the development and design of data processing systems; and experience in planning and programming requirements related to computer systems or applications.
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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
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Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.
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If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
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