NAF VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT SEMPER FIT AND EXCHANGE SERVICES DIVISION (MR) Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC) Human Resources Support Branch (MRG), 3044 Catlin Avenue, Quantico, VA 22134-5099 FAX: (703) 432-0436 E-MAIL: hq.vacancies@usmc-mccs.org WEB SITE: www.usmc-mccs.org ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 77-12 Position: PeopleSoft Developer HRMS NF-2210-04 Location: Semper Fit and Exchange Services, (MR) HQMC Information Technology Branch (MRI) 3044 Catlin Ave Quantico, VA 22134-5099 Salary: Compensation commensurate with experience and internal guidelines Who May Apply: Open: 28 June 2012 Close: 16 July 2012 U.S. Citizens or Legal Residents authorized to work in the U.S. Type of Appointment: Regular Full-Time (35-40 hours per week) Tour of Duty: Monday through Friday **Tour of duty may change based upon work requirements** Basic Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field appropriate to the work and five years progressive experience as a PeopleSoft Developer OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above OR an appropriate experience that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to that gained in the above. Strong analytical skills. Proven experience with the following tools: Application Designer, PeopleCode, Workflow, Application Engine, Component Interface, File Layouts, SQR, Query, Application Messaging, Application Packaging, Change Assistant, XML Publisher, Integration Broker and PeopleSoft Security. Expertise in retrofitting customized objects (components, pages, fields, records, modified PeopleCode, etc…) Working knowledge of the PeopleSoft Internet Architecture, PeopleTools 8.47+, Weblogic and Tuxedo. Ability to debug complex PeopleCode and Application Engine programs. Is recognized by peers as a PeopleSoft technical expert. Experience with Oracle SQL required. Experience with both UNIX and Windows Server environments. Ability to work effectively with both business and technical teams. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Excellent communication skills – written and verbal. As an authorized and privileged user of Department of Defense Information Systems must possess or receive Information Assurance awareness by completing the Security+ Certification as a condition of access within six months of employment, and thereafter must complete annual Information Assurance awareness training. Duties and Responsibilities Performs and leads requirements collection, requirements analysis, solution analysis, design, development, coding, testing, implementation, maintenance and documentation of the MCCS PeopleSoft Human Resource Management System (HRMS). Updates, modifies and customizes new designs for software system enhancements. Develop programming solutions for transaction processing, software system interfaces, input and output requirements, database queries, formatted reports and all other assigned development tasks. Work directly with the HRMS Functional Analysts to document functional specifications for project development/system change requests. Documents technical specifications and builds custom solutions as required in response to agreed upon business requirements and functional specifications, meeting customer expectations and deadlines. Evaluates, applies and retrofits customizations for application and system maintenance patches as required. Exercise proven software development methods and practices to ensure quality delivery of products and services. Understands and follows established change control methods. Provide technical and application expertise in the assessment and resolution of operational system incidents and technical issues. Interacts directly with customers to troubleshoot issues and seek resolution. Collaborates with team members, DBAs, System Administrators, Integrators, Network staff and product vendors as appropriate to coordinate, plan, solve problems, etc. Available as needed for batch processing support and system issues that occur during normal duty hours and off duty hours as required. Performs or assists in application and system administration tasks to include infrastructure and environment support as required. Maintain expertise in PeopleSoft PeopleTools and related technologies to include: Application Designer, PeopleCode, Workflow, Application Engine, Component Interface, File Layouts, SQR, Query, Application Messaging, Application Packaging, Change Assistant, XML Publisher, Integration Broker and SQL. Maintain high skill level and expertise with all assigned software tools. Learn new applications, tools and technologies as required. Maintain strong functional and technical understanding of PeopleSoft in the areas of Human Capital Management to include HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time & Labor, Self-Service, Pension and Training Administration. Seek self-improvement. Develop system documentation and instructions. Assist the AST HRMS Team Leader to develop co-workers with cross-training of particular areas of technology. Create and maintain project plans and schedules for assigned projects as required. Assist the HRMS Team Leader with project and system status reporting. In the absence of the Team Leader, acts on their behalf as required. As a condition of employment applicants are required to successfully complete required background check and screening. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, political affiliation, physical handicap, marital status, membership or non-membership in an employee organization. Semper Fit and Exchange Services Division (MR) HQMC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should contact MR at (703) 432-0435. The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. As a condition of employment candidates are required to participate in direct deposit under all appointments to positions within Semper Fit and Exchange Services Division, HQMC. MCCS is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by MCCS employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. BENEFIT INFORMATION: MCCS offers an excellent benefit plan to include: No waiting period Medical/Dental/Life and Long Term Care Insurance Flexible Spending Account Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after one year of employment Pension plan and 401(k) savings plan. Employees that participate in both plans receive a 1% incentive employer match into their 401(k) account up to 4% Exchange, Fitness Center, Lunga Park, Bowling and Theater privileges SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Send your resume to include a cover letter and proof of education/licensure (if required) via email to hq.vacancies@usmc-mccs.org. The email subject line should include your name (Last, First) and the Announcement #77-12. You may also send it by mail to Headquarters, Marine Corps, Human Resources & Training Branch (MRG), 3044 Catlin Ave., Quantico, VA 22134-5099 (Attn: Kathy Rudy, Announcement #77-12). Do not send multiple submissions - choose one delivery method. All submissions must be received by 11:59 PM ET on the closing date. We don’t accept unsolicited resumes SELECTION: This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified as determined by the selecting official. NOTIFICATION: Due to the number of resumes we receive for each position you will only be contacted if you are called for an interview.