Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Advanced Technology Enablement Branch Chief and lead Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technologist. Serves as expert in advanced technologies for algorithmic development utilizing AI approaches to solve complex problems.

Duties

1. Serves as the command's lead AI Technologist. 2. Serves as Command-wide Responsible AI Lead. 3. Participates in discussions, meetings, committees or special projects and presents briefings and prepares recommendations and reports. 4. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities over a limited staff. Plans and schedules work to be accomplished by subordinates, adjusting short-term priorities as needed.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• PCS expenses are not authorized,
• The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret SCI clearance as a condition of employment.
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a testing designated position under the civilian drug-testing program. If requested, the incumbent must submit to urinalysis testing.
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to accomplish work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.

Qualifications

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, Data Science Series 1560 and Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery of and skill in applying IT systems and Responsible AI security principles, concepts, and methods; and the infrastructure protection environment sufficient to develop long-range plans for IT security systems and Responsible AI platforms that anticipate, identify, evaluate, mitigate, and minimize risks associated with vulnerabilities; mastery of and skill in the use of statistical, algorithmic, mining, and visualization techniques sufficient to plan, develop, approve procedures, and interpret policy related to AI activities; professional knowledge of scientific methods and skill in applying a wide range of complex analytical, mathematical and statistical principles and practices in order to perform a full range of specialized duties in Command Laboratory. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 quantitative techniques and methods used to conceptualize, develop, adapt, modify, and apply new models to resolve the most difficult problems and to achieve support for alternative solutions within the scientific community; and skill in executing data management activities. 2. Knowledge and skill in a broad range of C4 systems, data, big data analytics, AI, cognitive science, programs, operations, strategies, tactics, resource and information processes, force structure, and weapons systems; includes operations research analysis techniques and mastery of scientific and analytical capabilities. 3. Skill to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and design, build, and use models and simulation techniques. 4. Ability to plan, organize, direct, and lead the functions and staff of a branch and/or study team tasked to originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex and/or sensitive issues; and maintain good working relations. 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

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

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.

Contacts

• Address US Strategic Command 105 Washington Square Ste 233 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]