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About the Company

Koniag Data Solutions is part of Koniag Government Services (KGS), an Alaska Native-owned corporation that supports federal government agencies through enterprise solutions, professional services, and operational management.

KGS combines commercial expertise with an understanding of Defense and civilian missions to deliver technical, professional, and operational solutions. Its approach emphasizes strong customer partnerships, exceptional service delivery, continuous improvement, and support for its employees and Native communities.

About the Role

Koniag Data Solutions is seeking an experienced UI/UX Designer to support the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Commodity Treatment Information System – Modernization (CTIS-M) program.

This fully remote position will lead user experience and interface design for the new Regulated Garbage (RG) Module. The designer will transform complex, manual, paper-based processes into intuitive, accessible digital experiences while ensuring that interfaces support mission-critical workflows and meet federal accessibility and design standards.

The role involves close collaboration with the CTIS-M DME team, USDA APHIS stakeholders, business analysts, and developers. The designer will participate in Agile sprints, refine user stories, and provide design documentation through Azure DevOps. The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Key Responsibilities

User Experience & Interface Design

• Create wireframes, prototypes, mockups, and high-fidelity UI designs using Figma.

• Translate Regulated Garbage workflows into user-friendly CTIS-M interfaces covering inspections, observations, incident submissions, monitoring steps, and Compliance Agreement workflows.

• Maintain and improve UI component libraries and design standards aligned with Material UI and CTIS-M patterns.

• Ensure UI/UX deliverables meet Section 508 accessibility requirements and WCAG standards.

User Research & Workflow Mapping

• Use Miro to develop user journeys, workflow diagrams, personas, and interaction models.

• Conduct usability analysis and refine designs based on user feedback, testing outcomes, and stakeholder reviews.

• Validate workflows against SOW-defined processes, including inspection logging, direct observation, RG incident reporting, and digital form-based workflows.

• Lead customer-facing design walkthroughs to present UI workflows and gather feedback from external stakeholders.

Agile Delivery & Collaboration

• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, developers, and QA teams to refine user stories, acceptance criteria, and design-driven requirements.

• Attach design artifacts, interaction specifications, and workflows to Azure DevOps work items for sprint documentation.

• Produce design deliverables supporting CTIS-M development, modernization, and enhancement activities.

• Lead internal design reviews to align the team, clarify design intent, and validate workflow feasibility.

Implementation Support

• Work closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of UI/UX designs throughout each sprint.

• Clarify design specifications and intended user workflows during development and user acceptance testing.

• Validate the usability, accessibility, and accuracy of implemented screens and workflows before release.

Required Qualifications

• Professional experience designing enterprise-grade web applications.

• Advanced proficiency with Figma and modern UX/UI design methodologies.

• Experience using Miro for journey mapping, conceptual design, and workflow documentation.

• Familiarity with component-driven design systems such as Material UI.

• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.

• Bachelor's degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

• Ability to meet all federal suitability requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing government digital services, regulated workflows, or compliance systems.

• Familiarity with USDA APHIS or similar federal programs.

• Experience conducting user research in government or enterprise environments.

• Knowledge of UX writing for forms, workflows, and data-heavy applications.

• Experience contributing to design systems or UI standards governance.

• Understanding of accessibility remediation and VPAT/ACR documentation.

• Experience supporting dashboards, audit workflows, or data-intensive UI features.

• Experience collaborating with cross-agency stakeholders or multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience leading software demonstrations or presenting UI workflows to customers and stakeholders.

• Business analyst experience supporting requirements clarification, workflow mapping, or user story refinement.

• Manual testing experience validating UI behavior, workflow accuracy, and accessibility criteria.

• Scrum experience supporting backlog refinement, acceptance criteria development, or sprint preparation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Paid parental leave.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Commuter benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement.

Work Arrangement & Security Requirements

• Workplace: Fully remote.

• Program: USDA APHIS PPQ Commodity Treatment Information System – Modernization (CTIS-M).

• Module: Regulated Garbage (RG).

• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

• Federal Suitability: Must meet all applicable federal suitability requirements.

• Application Deadline: December 30, 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Koniag Government Services is an equal opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The company is committed to equal employment opportunity in decisions involving hiring, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Applicants who require assistance with the application process may contact Heaven Wood at •••••••• or ••••••••to request an accommodation.

Additional Information

Koniag Government Services is an Alaska Native-owned corporation that supports the values and traditions of its Native communities. The company provides enterprise solutions, professional services, and operational management to federal agencies, with a focus on successful mission outcomes, strong partnerships, and continuous improvement.

Koniag Government Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled and provides shareholder preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352.