To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision
of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core
competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating
Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a
shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before
self, and excellence in all we do.
WHO MAY APPLY: Click here for more information on eligibility
categories and the documentation requirements. You MUST have one or more listed
eligibilities to be considered. Eligibility claims must be supported
with required documentation submitted within each application package to be
considered. Transfer and Reinstatement eligibles must provide their most
current SF-50, AND SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from
your latest SF-50. **Air Force is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities
you list or fail to list**
Males born after 12-31-59 must be
registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information,
click here.
Internal Employees (Air Force Employee - Current Permanent
Competitive Service Career/Career-Conditional Employee and Current Permanent AF
DCIPS Employees with Reinstatement Rights to the Competitive Service)
Current Federal Employees (DoD Transfer - Army, Navy, DFAS,
etc.--Excluding Air Force)
Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement)
Schedule A – Individual with Disabilities - click here
for additional information
ICTAP (Interagency
Career Transition Assistance Program)
Federal Employees (Non-DoD Transfer - OPM, VA, Dept of Labor,
etc.)
VEOA (Veterans Employment Opportunity Act)
VRA (Veterans' Recruitment Appointment)
30% Disabled Veterans
Summary
To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision
of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core
competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating
Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a
shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before
self, and excellence in all we do.
WHO MAY APPLY: Click here for more information on eligibility
categories and the documentation requirements. You MUST have one or more listed
eligibilities to be considered. Eligibility claims must be supported
with required documentation submitted within each application package to be
considered. Transfer and Reinstatement eligibles must provide their most
current SF-50, AND SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from
your latest SF-50. **Air Force is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities
you list or fail to list**
Males born after 12-31-59 must be
registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information,
click here.
Internal Employees (Air Force Employee - Current Permanent
Competitive Service Career/Career-Conditional Employee and Current Permanent AF
DCIPS Employees with Reinstatement Rights to the Competitive Service)
Current Federal Employees (DoD Transfer - Army, Navy, DFAS,
etc.--Excluding Air Force)
Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement)
Schedule A – Individual with Disabilities - click here
for additional information
ICTAP (Interagency
Career Transition Assistance Program)
Federal Employees (Non-DoD Transfer - OPM, VA, Dept of Labor,
etc.)
This is an Air National Guard Position under Title 5; Enlistment is NOT required
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as an Information Technology (IT) specialist responsible for Sector assistance in the operation and maintenance of the installation's Battle Control System-Fixed (BCS-F) and Command & Control (C2) system and auxiliary equipment and to provide technical assistance, training, and support to customers.
Systems Administrator supporting unit's C2 Systems. Monitors ongoing operation of C2 systems (ex: BCS-F, RTAP, Radiant Mercury, Joint range Extender, Air Defense Systems Integrator, Pocket-J, Data Link and interface equipment, firewalls, cryptographic equipment, ERSA Fusion Center, ERSA TDF Workstation...etc.) to ensure hardware and software are functioning and operational standards are met.
Plans, tests, and configures unit's C2 systems. Participates in planning, monitoring, testing, maintain, and operating multiple operating systems-based C2 platforms. Installs, configures, and maintains network hubs, switches, routers, and serves that support C2 activities.
Analyzes and resolves problems and trends. Records problem reports as they occur to effectively track outages and types of interruptions to service and to build a knowledge base of future problem resolution.
Provides customer support, assistance, orientation, and prime trainer for unit's maintenance personnel on C2 systems. Provides technical assistance to current and potential users so that C2 systems operations have few major disruptions. Demonstrates processes and provides orientation for new users.
Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
This is a drug testing designated position
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. The employee's normal duty days and hours may require rotating shifts and/or days.
2. The employee may be recalled to duty and required to work overtime during other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays on an emergency basis.
3. The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial vehicles and aircraft to perform temporary duty.
4. The employee must obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
5. The employee must have a current Security + certification, and may be required to obtain and maintain Linux + CCNA Routers and Switches or other certifications I.A.W. Dod 8570 and local requirements.
6. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
7. Experience with the Linux operating system is critical to successful performance of this position.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-09) or equivalent. Specialized experience must include Knowledge of network systems design,
development, testing, installation, operations, management, and maintenance
concepts and methods. Knowledge of the organization's network architecture,
topology, and protocols to ensure proper configuration. Knowledge to provide network services that
support business requirements and plan, design, develop, and integrate network
systems consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures. Knowledge
in a wide variety of applications, operating systems, protocols, and equipment
used in customer organizations. Knowledge of methods and practices for
troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving IT systems.
Knowledge in providing advice and assistance to customers and troubleshoot
complex problems. Knowledge in providing support in a manner
that minimizes interruptions in customers' ability to carry out critical
business activities. Ability to apply trouble shooting and data analysis
methods to resolve operating problems. Ability to write user materials and
instructions.
AND
To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link:
Federal Time-In-Grade
(TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have
served at least 52 weeks at the GS-09 or higher grade (or equivalent in an
alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for
referral. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position
within the previous 52 weeks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of network systems design, development, testing installation, operations, managements, and maintenance concepts and methods.
2. Knowledge to provide network services that support business requirements and plan, design, develop, and integrate network systems consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures.
3.Knowledge of concepts and techniques required to assist in the planning, operation, and maintenance of C2 systems, including the installation and implementation of enhancements.
4. Knowledge and procedures of methods and practices for troubleshooting, recovering, adjusting, modifying, and improving C2 systems, Linux operating systems, Cisco operating systems and other associated software.
5. Ability to analyze advance C2 problems and recommend solutions.
6. Ability to communicate factual an procedural information clearly, both orally and in writing, including the writing of user manuals and detailed instructions for training purposes.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK
EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience,
including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other
organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual;
community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills
that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to
paid employment. You will receive credit
for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 80 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Department of Defense offers an excellent benefits program. In addition to your take-home pay, click here for an overview of benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Department of Defense offers an excellent benefits program. In addition to your take-home pay, click here for an overview of benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement.
· Online Application (Questionnaire)
· Resume - If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., hour per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Resumes that do not contain this information may be marked as insufficient and applicants may not receive consideration for this position.
· Transcripts - if qualifying based on education or positive
education series
· DD214 or "Certification" of service (Document must reflect character of service)
· SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, if applicable
· Veteran Administration Letter of Disability Rating, if applicable
VETERANS
AND ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The appointing authorities for Veterans
Recruitment Appointment (VRA), the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of
1998 (VEOA), and 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans, as well as all claims of
veterans' preference for employment, require proof of active duty
service. Proof of creditable active duty is usually demonstrated by
submitting a DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, with
your application. For active duty members who have not yet received a
DD214, the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act (5 U.S.C.,
Chapter 21, Section 2108a) allows you to furnish a "certification" of your
active service. A "certification" is any written document from the armed
forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or
released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable
conditions not later than 120 days after the date the "certification" is
submitted. Agencies are required to accept, process, and grant tentative
veterans' preference to those active duty service members who submit a
certification along with their job application materials. The
"certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel
officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate
when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active
duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e.
honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be
verified prior to appointment. If you are claiming veterans' preference
for employment or are applying for consideration under the VRA, VEOA, or 30
Percent or More Disabled Veterans appointment authorities and fail to provide a
DD214 or valid "certification" of service with your initial application, you
will not be afforded veterans' preference and/or will be found ineligible for
consideration. Military members may be appointed before the effective
date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications)
If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent". It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, June 21, 2017
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 occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 1962905. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
2. OPM Form 1203-FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Please note: The numbering on the OPM Form 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire in Section 25 of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which continuously numbers from number one, while the Questionnaire starts each section of questions with number one. When entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX.
3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Faxed documents take 2-3 business days to process.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Air Force Personnel Center
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph, TX 78150
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement.
· Online Application (Questionnaire)
· Resume - If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., hour per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Resumes that do not contain this information may be marked as insufficient and applicants may not receive consideration for this position.
· Transcripts - if qualifying based on education or positive
education series
· DD214 or "Certification" of service (Document must reflect character of service)
· SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, if applicable
· Veteran Administration Letter of Disability Rating, if applicable
VETERANS
AND ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The appointing authorities for Veterans
Recruitment Appointment (VRA), the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of
1998 (VEOA), and 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans, as well as all claims of
veterans' preference for employment, require proof of active duty
service. Proof of creditable active duty is usually demonstrated by
submitting a DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, with
your application. For active duty members who have not yet received a
DD214, the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act (5 U.S.C.,
Chapter 21, Section 2108a) allows you to furnish a "certification" of your
active service. A "certification" is any written document from the armed
forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or
released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable
conditions not later than 120 days after the date the "certification" is
submitted. Agencies are required to accept, process, and grant tentative
veterans' preference to those active duty service members who submit a
certification along with their job application materials. The
"certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel
officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate
when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active
duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e.
honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be
verified prior to appointment. If you are claiming veterans' preference
for employment or are applying for consideration under the VRA, VEOA, or 30
Percent or More Disabled Veterans appointment authorities and fail to provide a
DD214 or valid "certification" of service with your initial application, you
will not be afforded veterans' preference and/or will be found ineligible for
consideration. Military members may be appointed before the effective
date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications)
If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent". It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, June 21, 2017
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 occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 1962905. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
2. OPM Form 1203-FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Please note: The numbering on the OPM Form 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire in Section 25 of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which continuously numbers from number one, while the Questionnaire starts each section of questions with number one. When entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX.
3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Faxed documents take 2-3 business days to process.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Air Force Personnel Center
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph, TX 78150
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
