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 Data Management Division Chief and Deputy Chief Data Officer to the USSPACECOM/J6 Director. Employee manages, plans, prioritizes, leads/directs the work of the division, and is an authoritative representative on highly technical and specialized Command, Control, Communications, and Computer data and analytics (C4).

Duties

As the Data Management Division Chief, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Division. Formulates program goals, plans, policies, and procedures and work plans dealing with the development and operation of commandwide data management functions and activities; participates in providing both technical and administrative direction to subordinate branch chiefs and through them their assigned nonsupervisory employees. Serves as the Deputy Chief Data Officer; directs, manages, and leads pioneering efforts in developing advanced theories, innovative applications, new scientific principles, and solution options (ex., material, non-material, and policy alternatives) for C4 shortfalls. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Partners and liaisons with DOD Agencies, COCOMs, Joint Staff, interagency executives, and international government agency officials. Recruits, cultivates relationships, and motivates government agencies, private sector corporations, and international partners to aid USSPACECOM's supported or supporting roles. Represents the Command at the highest levels of DOD, JCS and other agencies. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other USSPACECOM Divisions, Directorates, and Component-level organizations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, (continued)
• or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. (continued)
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. (continued)
• IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. Incumbent is required to have minimum certification and education required to meet standards outlined in DoD 8140.03, Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program (continued)
• for the primary work role code: 903 Data Officer. Failure to comply may result in removal from this position.
• Incumbent is subject to uncommon duty hours to include proficiency shifts, rotating shifts, nights, weekends/holidays on an infrequent basis. Extended shift work (12 hours) and off-duty hours on-call, particularly during , (continued)
• Command exercises, special events, emergencies. May occasionally be required to work irregular duty hours to include overtime and/or emergency overtime.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station in performance of temporary duty assignment (TDY) to include travelling on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must exhibit a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and the ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.
• A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in mathematics, computer science, statistics, one of the physical sciences, engineering, or a closely-related scientific discipline is highly desired. An advanced degree(s) is preferred.
• May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

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, Professional and Scientific Positions, +IOR for the 1560 Data Science series. BASIC 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. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Comprehensive professional knowledge and mastery of scientific methods and technics of operations research sufficient to apply new analytical developments, methodologies, and research findings to broad studies of an unprecedented nature. Extensive knowledge and mastery of research techniques and concurrent knowledge of C4 programs, data architectures, principles, and concepts associated with command and control big data analytics, machine learning, AI, cognitive science for current and future strategic offense and defense and cyber forces to obtain information concerning subject studies to perform sound analyses. Knowledge of advanced, analytical, mathematical, or statistical theories, principles, concepts, methods, and techniques to provide expert judgments concerning the validity of assumptions made and the criteria to evaluate alternatives and to formulate new polices which have broad and/or long-range impact on major DoD big data and analytics, machine learning, AI and cognitive science programs. 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-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 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 to include data governance structure. 2. Knowledge and skill in a broad range of DOD or private sector C4 systems, data, big data analytics, machine learning, 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. Advanced skill in analytically articulating and negotiating very complex and sensitive issues with officials of diverse perspectives and often with different or opposing views. Expert ability to negotiate and defend findings and gain executive support for new program concepts; Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses. 4. Skill to lead advanced study teams composed of industry, government, and academic experts; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex and/or sensitive issues; and maintain good working relations. 5. Skill to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and design, build, and use models and simulation techniques. 6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors; Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 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 SPACECOM 250 Vandenberg Street Suite B016 Peterson SFB, CO 80914 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]