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 program analyst in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Directorate of IT Services and Solutions (XT).

Duties

Provides expert guidance in support of the development of long-range and short-range program planning and scheduling to coordinate and prioritize AFOSI IT programs and projects. With the absence of firm guidance, employee provides expert direction to AFOSI through continual analyses and interpretation of Department of Defense (DoD) Strategy, and Congressional legislation. Develops, selects, adapts, and employs qualitative and quantitative methods for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of programs, program policies, practices, and procedures. Prepares analysis, metrics, schedules, and maintains continuous contact with commands to ensure program objectives, recommends performance measures to leadership to ensure adequate and efficient execution of resources, and informs commands of any potential or immediate change in plans and policies. The incumbent will support the Director, Chief Information Officer and Senior Technical Advisor in the execution of programs, projects, and initiatives to operate a global information technology organization in support of the President's national security initiatives, and the Department of Defense national strategies. The incumbent will support the execution of the Director's vision in support of the integrated mission accomplishments of all directorates within AFOSI. Employee will support the development and implementation of the organization's strategic policy by developing project schedules to execute strategic objectives. Establish, revise, and review policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements. Support the agencies Contracting Officer's Representatives for all AFOSI contracts. Provides oversight and business management, technical expert leadership, staff coordination, and consultation in functional areas of procurement and contracting, including budget execution, implementing new developments and providing policy interpretation. Supports the AFOSI for contracting matters and business decisions and strategies. Assists with evaluating and developing, project metrics, policies and procedures pertaining to contracting matters to facilitate the accomplishment and execution of pre and post contract actions. Works closely with the agency directors and commanders to provide maximum contract flexibility while ensuring efficient use of funding. Works with contract Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) to review performance of contract line items or deliverables, project schedules, contractor risk, and cost performance.

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
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• This is a centrally managed position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
• Overtime may be required as workload demands and in some cases with no-notice due to urgency of time-sensitive matters.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
• AF financial management and resource advisor experience is highly desirable.
• The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander’s designated representative(s).

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, Administrative and Management Positions. 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 expert organizational knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods for the assessment and improvement of organizational program planning and evaluation, to include knowledge of the mission, goals, and objectives to effectively support programs; to devise methodologies and techniques, and to identify and propose solutions to management problems associated with broad and difficult programs. Exceptional ability to interface with all levels and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to facilitate communication of concepts, programs, and projects to higher-level officials within and outside the organization. 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 developing project control processes, project schedules, scheduling procedures, business rhythms and implementing tools that provide project management oversight. 2. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of programs, program policies, practices, and procedures. 3. Ability to recognize, gather, and mine program data for interpreting and analyzing such information to evaluate overall program performance. Ability to manage and adjust workload to accommodate rapid and significant increases in short notice tasking. 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiates complex issues; and maintain good working relationships. 5. Ability to extract contract requirements, develop metrics, and report on contract execution to prepare financial cost estimates, develop alternatives and funding requirements, and make recommendations to resolve financial/funding problems. 6. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. 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. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address AF Office of Special Investigations - Pentagon 27130 Telegraph Road Quantico, VA 22134 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]