This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for all matters pertaining to contingency plan development, plan review and assessment, collaboration, and global defense posture.

Duties

As a JOINT STRATEGIC PLANNER at the GS-0301-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Being a recognized expert in formulating Joint Staff positions on the Contingency Planning Guidance (CPG), the Guidance for Employment of the Force (GEF), the Joint Strategic Campaign Plan (JSCP) and coordination of Global Defense Posture (GDP). Assisting in the preparation of Congressional testimony by the CJCS and other senior military members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) on matters of national strategy, contingency plans, and global posture. Collaborating closely with the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), the Services, and the Combatant Commands (CCMD). The work performed will provide military decision makers with authoritative information forming the basis for decisions affecting current and future military strategy, plans, force employment, posture, and Joint Force options to mitigate strategic and military risk. Serving as a senior Joint Operational War planner, applying systematic analysis methods in order to assess CCMD war plans and global posture. Managing inputs and contributions to diverse strategy and plan development cycles and reviews for the Combatant Commands, Services, Defense Agencies, and other departments and agencies of the United States government and the Joint Staff as outlined in the Joint Strategic Campaign Plan and JCS Instruction, Management and Review of Campaign and Contingency Plans.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible -Situational
• Security: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
• Work may require local and international travel via military or commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications:A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Applying systematic analysis methods in order to assess Combatant Commands (CCMD) war plans and global posture Reviewing and formulating draft US military policies, plans, and strategies Acting as a recognized authority on the strategic development process. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Staff Pentagon Washington, DC 20318 US
• Name: JCS Servicing team
• Phone: 614-692-2646
• Email: [email protected]