Supervisory IT Specialist (Application Software)

**SERVICING PERSONNEL OFFICE/UNIT:** Office of Human Resources **POSITION SERIES:** DS-2210 **POSITION GRADE:** DS-14 **IF "OPEN UNTIL FILLED," FIRST SCREENING DATE:** July 30, 2026 **TOUR OF DUTY:** To Be Determined **AREA OF CONSIDERATION:** Unlimited **PROMOTION POTENTIAL:** None **NO. OF VACANCIES:** One (1) or more **AGENCY:** [Office of the Chief Information Officer](https://cfo.dc.gov/page/office-chief-information-officer "Office of Chief Information Officer") **DURATION OF APPOINTMENT:** Permanent **COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT:** This position is not in a collective bargaining unit. **BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:** This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Tax Systems Group (TSG) as Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Application Software). The Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Application Software) is responsible for the design, documentation, development, modification, testing, installation, implementation, and support of new or existing applications software and management of the IT systems environment in support of the organization’s IT architecture and business needs. Duties include, but are not limited to: analyzing and refining system requirements in response to business requirement/risks; evaluating new applications software technologies; writing, debugging, and maintaining code; determining and designing application architecture; integrating hardware and software components within the systems environment; and overseeing other employees in a technical and functional. Performs other related duties as assigned. Six (6) years of progressive work experience performing related duties and responsibilities, such as designing, testing, implementing, and maintaining a tax or financial system; leading the technical planning for IT projects; hands-on work with database management systems such as PostgreSQL and SQL Server; and using performance measurement tools to assess system effectiveness and recommend improvements. Additionally, one (1) year of experience providing guidance, training or overseeing the work of lower-level staff. Experience that provides the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for this position. **STATEMENT ON THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI):** Integrity is the foundation of a fair and competitive recruitment process. Candidates are expected to complete all application materials, assessments, and interviews without the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The use of AI-generated or any unauthorized assistance during any stage of the hiring process is strictly prohibited. Violations of this policy may result in disqualification from consideration for employment. **COVID-19 VACCINATION:** The Office of the Chief Financial Officer values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, OCFO employees are strongly encouraged to be immunized against COVID-19. **COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT:** Employment with the OCFO is at will. However, the discipline and/or discharge of bargaining unit employees is governed by the collective bargaining agreement. **EEO STATEMENT:** The OCFO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. **HOW TO APPLY:** All Applicants, including departmental employees and other DC Government Employees, must submit an OCFO employment application at [cfo.dc.gov](https://cfo.dc.gov/). (Resum…