This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for engaging with Military Services and Combatant Commands (CCMDs) regarding relevant DTRA Science and Technology (S&T) capability development efforts and helps prioritize the alignment of DTRA's $1B portfolio of S&T investments against prioritized warfighter requirements..

Duties

As a SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST (CCMD) at the GS-0301-13/14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Works with Research and Development Directorate (RD) Departments to establish objectives for Service/CCMD S&T engagement; communicate holistically about DTRA technologies/capabilities to CCMD S&T and WMD offices, as well as communicate RD external efforts to internal DTRA stakeholders; and responsively and comprehensively address customer inquiries. Further develops and maintains an understanding of other DoD and U.S. Agency S&T programs to identify potential collaborative opportunities and to avoid duplication of effort with DTRA's S&T portfolio. Establishes and sustains relationships with CCMD S&T Advisors and staff focused on ensuring mutual understanding of CCMD's unique CWMD requirements and DTRA's CWMD capability development efforts and competencies. Coordinates with DTRA Combatant Command Representatives (CCRs) to ensure RD activities and objectives are understood and represented in Agency-level interactions with supported customers.

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: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
• Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic random drug testing thereafter.
• Travel Required CONUS/OCONUS– 20% of the time.

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: Expert knowledge of CWMD and emerging threats, to include a broad knowledge of research and development activities related to CWMD. Expert knowledge working with Services, CCMDs and/or other Government Agencies to support their CWMD needs. -In-depth knowledge of DTRA's organization, missions, and S&T programs. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical, procedural, and programmatic issues to technical and non-technical audiences of varying position levels and background. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly to inform managers and senior leadership of findings and to create sound recommendations for senior leadership action. You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Basic knowledge of CWMD and emerging threats, to include a broad knowledge of research and development activities related to CWMD. Experience working with Services, CCMDs and/or other Government Agencies to support their CWMD needs. Basic knowledge of DTRA's organization, missions, and S&T programs. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical, procedural, and programmatic issues to technical and non-technical audiences of varying position levels and background. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly to inform managers and senior leadership of findings 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Threat Reduction Agency 8725 JOHN J KINGMAN ROAD MSC 6201 FT BELVOIR, VA 22060-6201 US
• Name: DTRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 614-692-0259
• Email: [email protected]