Clarification from the agency

This is a TERM position NTE 4 YEARS. (Term Appointments must exceed 12 months to meet the definition of TERM). The individual selected for this position may be extended or made permanent without further competition.

DUTY 1 - Serves as the airborne communications analyst and liaison ensuring policy and guidance related to all cyberspace activities in the USAF are technically integrated in accordance with current doctrine, strategy and statutory requirements.

DUTY 2 - Represents AF/A26C with a variety of Department of Defense, Headquarters Air Force, US Government and civilian sector communications and Information Technology organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with DoD-CIO, Joint Staff J6, Combatant Commands, US Space Force, USAF Major Commands, Air Force Spectrum Management Office, HQ AF Cyberspace Capabilities Center and other organizations as required.

DUTY 3 - Supports branch and division chiefs on a wide-range of Airborne Communications subjects impacting the organization by drafting and implementing detailed direction, documentation, and presentations as required by the organization and Air Force senior leaders.

DUTY 4 - Prepares and presents high level briefings of conclusions; many being highly subjective and not readily susceptible to verification until actual operational situations are encountered.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• Must Obtain/Maintain Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Not Centrally Managed

Qualifications

**You must understand that this is a TERM NTE position, and a 3 calendar day break in service (to exclude civilian and military retirees receiving an annuity) will be required prior to appointment to this position for current Federal permanent civilian employees. ***

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below:

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.

Specialized Experience:
Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: knowledge of a wide range of interrelationships of multiple IT Specialty concepts, principles, and practices in order to provide policy, guidance, and resource advocacy at the headquarters Air Force level for the Warfighter across the MAJCOMs, operational units, and the entire Joint Force. Knowledge of a wide range of cyberspace theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operations requirements to relate to user requirements. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

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 a wide range of cyberspace theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operations requirements to relate to user requirements.
2. Knowledge of Federal, DoD and USAF laws, regulations, policies, and guidance concerning airborne communications and USAF program oversight.
3. Knowledge of operational and performance characteristics of cyberspace to modify and implement procedures/policies/practices for USAF wide use; as well as knowledge of performance characteristics of cyberspace equipment, systems, services, and transmission media to evaluate new proposals, and approaches.
4. Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) concepts, functions, techniques and capabilities sufficient to understanding interrelationships of Joint and Air Force wide communications and weapons systems to the agency's RF architecture as well as new and emerging RF developments and applications.
5. Skill in planning and adjusting work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
6. Ability to gather facts and effectively use analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound problem-solving decisions. Ability to synthesize large amounts of complex data into meaningful insights and conclusions.
7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to work with cross-functional teams, to interact directly with senior leaders, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative relationship building style.

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.

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.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

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.