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INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
USAF IN EUROPE CM 00A2

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Lead Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) and Target Intelligence. Additionally serves as the Command's Senior Geospatial Information & Services (GI&S) Officer, the Command Geospatial Production Requirements Manager, and as command headquarters staff advisor for Measurement and Signatures Intelligence (MASINT).

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/18/2026 to 05/22/2026
Salary
$121,785 - $158,322 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 13
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Ramstein, Germany
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9N-DCIPS-12961843-265993-JB
Control number
869552500

Duties

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- Develops, directs and performs full range of Intelligence analysis and evaluation on Geospatial and Targets Intelligence issues. Utilizes knowledge and experience of GEOINT - imagery, imagery intelligence (IMINT), and geospatial information (GI) - targets intelligence and MASINT to plan, organize and equip MAJCOM intelligence activities.

- Functions as the expert MAJCOM GEOINT and Target Intelligence planning representative for HQ USAFE-AFAFRICA. Leads, plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Directorate's GEOINT/Targets Planning and Support Section ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while meeting the mission needs of the customer.

- Plans, analyzes, validates, and submits Air Component Command-level Geospatial Information and Services requirements for National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) production. Utilizes geospatial information systems (GIS) applications to evaluate NGA and Combatant Command geospatial production databases and to develop, manage, maintain, and submit HQ USAFE-AF AFRICA geospatial product/area requirements.

- Represents HQ USAFE-AFAFRICA GEOINT and Target Intelligence interests to a variety of installation, Combatant Command, Service and National-level forums. Utilizes expert knowledge of, and experience with, GEOINT, Targets Intelligence and MASINT when representing HQ USAFE-AF AFRICA/ A2 needs at top-level review committees, National and Defense Intelligence Agencies, Air Force and Joint Service working groups, private contractors, and a variety of installation and functional area organizations.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
  • Position is designated Special-Sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A non­disclosure 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
  • The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments, and may be required to travel on nights and weekends, and may be required to travel to hostile fire zones.
  • Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
  • Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • 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
  • Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
  • Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

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 "Full Performance" 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 specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 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: comprehensive knowledge of the USAFE-AF AFRICA intelligence and operations directives, missions, functions, goals, roles, responsibilities, requirements, and objectives from the tactical operational unit to HQ USAFE-AF AFRICA strategic level, within the EU COM and AFRICOM AORJ AOI; the functions and processes associated with the national intelligence community; and a broad knowledge of NATO and European Union nation's intelligence community policies, entities and laws regarding intelligence related activities. 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 the USAFE-AFAFRICA intelligence and operations directives, missions, functions, goals, roles, responsibilities, requirements, and objectives from the tactical operational unit to HQ USAFE-AF AFRICA strategic level, within the EU COM and AFRICOM AOR/ AOI; the functions and processes associated with the national intelligence community; and a broad knowledge of NATO and European Union nation's intelligence community policies, entities and laws regarding intelligence related activities.

2. Knowledge in directing and conducting intelligence research, analysis, and data extraction for use in intelligence GEOINT and targeting products; and knowledge of the functions and data available in USAFE-AF AFRICA organizations, national intelligence agencies, and unclassified data sources to successfully research and utilize available intelligence for use in USAFE-AF AFRICA GEOINT and targeting products and briefings.

3. Knowledge of the interplay of geopolitical, military, economic, and industrial forces in various regions of the world, as well as foreign Intelligence threat entities, operations, and capabilities that may be directed against the U.S., DoD, theater COCOMs (Combatant Commands), and USAF.

4. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, techniques and methodologies of intelligence analysis and research including tasking, collection, production and dissemination of all-source intelligence.

5. Skill in analysis and production of intelligence plans, rep01is and other products that are responsive to the specific needs of intelligence customers to include formulating, gathering, organizing and analyzing intelligence information, resolving conflicts, and presenting clear and concise findings in oral presentations and written communications format.

6. Ability to work independently; plan, organize, manage multiple priorities; adjust to fluctuating assignments and workloads; meet deadlines; and skill and ability to provide technical advice and direction, and/or recommend solutions to satisfy intelligence requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:

Drug Testing: 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. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

Duties are performed in a windowless office environment adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Work is mostly sedentary, normally performed at a desk in a "no-smoking" building accessed by climbing/descending stairs. Employee may be required to stand during briefing presentations.

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

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Additional information

****This position may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS****

Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click here to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program.

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.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global 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.

This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.

DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

For additional information on DCIPS, click here

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Phone
1-800-525-0102
Email
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY
Address
IC - Air Force DCIPS
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

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