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SPACE OPERATIONS PLANNER

Department of the Navy
U.S. Marine Corps
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Summary

You will serve as a SPACE OPERATIONS PLANNER in the Information Environment (IE) of MARINE FORCES PACIFIC.

Overview

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Job canceled
Open & closing dates
11/02/2023 to 11/29/2023
This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$102,444 to - $133,176 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Aiea, HI
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
ST-12169848-24-EL
Control number
758323000

Duties

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  • You will provide support and advice to senior-level staff executives on all matters pertaining to space operations in support of training, exercises, combat, contingencies, and operations in the MARFORPAC Area of Operations (AO).
  • You will research and track vulnerabilities and Indications and Warnings (I and W) via intelligence reporting and situational awareness databases to determine full spectrum of threats and potential impact for MARFORPAC and subordinate forces.
  • You will support USINDOPACOM Operational Capabilities Assessment (OCA) events as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on space operations ISO MEF certification as a Joint Task Force (JTF).
  • You will coordinate with Critical Infrastructure Protection programs on identifying and protecting U.S. Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (CIKR).
  • You will coordinate / synchronize space operations activities with Combat Operations CTR to determine operational impacts and recommended actions, such as priority of restoration, Continuity of Operations, and mitigating actions for space operations.
  • You will coordinate with Critical Infrastructure Protection programs on identifying and protecting U.S. Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (CIKR).
  • You will collaborate with various organizations on planning and coordination of space operations with U.S. allies and partners to identify and resolve interoperability issues and facilitating bilateral and multilateral exercises and operations.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to possess and maintain an interim and/or final Top Secret/SCI security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • Occasional domestic and international travel maybe required to attend exercises, engagements, training, planning conferences, and/or workshops.
  • You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
  • This is designated as “Key” position and the employee must be available to respond to time sensitive and crisis situations 24 hours a day.
  • This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
  • Shift work may be required.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: planning, developing, coordinating and de-conflicting space operations plans and functions in support of training, exercises, contingencies, and operations.

A minimum of baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college or university or at least
five years of experience in the space operations field is preferred.

Minimum five years of experience as an operations planner with a complete working knowledge
of either Joint or Service specific operations planning processes, formats, and guidance is preferred.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under the specific hiring authority addressed in the Summary section of this announcement. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center.

Relocation expense reimbursement may be authorized.

Recruitment incentive may or may not be authorized.

In addition to meeting all minimum qualification and eligibility requirements, ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. A well-qualified ICTAP applicant is one who possesses the competencies and experience to perform the duties of the position successfully with orientation to learn/understand the activities, procedures, policies and processes. Demonstrated work experience in the occupation is typically qualifying for placement. This criterion cannot be met by education and training. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/

Military Spouse Preference applicants will receive priority consideration at the Full Performance Level (FPL) and if determined to be Best Qualified at the FPL, and selected, must be placed at the FPL. A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies:

  • PROBLEM SOLVING
  • RISK MANAGEMENT
  • TRAINING PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
  • WRITTEN COMMUNICATION


You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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