This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent supports the Joint Fires / Joint Close Air Support Branch Chief to manage resources, priorities and activities to ensure execution and completion of tasks consistent with Directorate goals and objectives.

Duties

As a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST at the GS-0343-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a senior analyst and directly assists in leading a team of analysts in the execution of analysis and assessments in support of Joint Fires and Joint Close Air Support (JCAS) capability improvements. In a senior staff officer role, works closely with counterparts representing the Military Services, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Agencies, the Joint Staff, NATO and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD). Leads teams on projects that involve support across the United States including exercises, coordination, meetings and operations to include extensive work with U.S. allies, NATO, and Allied Command Transformation. Assists the Joint Fires / Joint Close Air Support Branch Chief for Digitally Aided Close Air Support (DACAS) development in accordance with JROC direction and oversight from the Joint Fire Support Executive Steering Committee (JFS ESC). Represents the Branch and Division at high level meetings and briefings or Joint Staff/multi-Service/CCMD/Agency conferences where major policy issues and programs are discussed and decisions made. Serves as a team lead of the Joint Fires Support (JFS), Executive Steering Committee (ESC) Joint Close Air Support (JCAS), Standardization Teams

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
• Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
• Incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and will be compensated within the cope/guidelines of government civilian employment.
• Incumbent must perform occasional travel away from the normal duty station, and must be willing and able to travel on military and commercial aircraft, vessels, and/or vehicles.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Managed the employment of close air support in support of maneuver commander to include detailed integration with the ground scheme of maneuver. Advised ground commanders on the capabilities and limitations of air operations. Maintained or previously qualified as terminal attack controller (Forward Air Controller/Airborne or Joint Terminal Attack Controller). Applied CAS tactics, techniques, and procedures to protect friendly forces while delivering ordnance in close proximity. Utilized air-to-ground ordnance used in the application of CAS capability development to include Command and Control (C2) and situational awareness systems and procedures; common operational and tactical pictures; assessment of joint and combined interoperability; and operational planning in order to provide recommendations to senior level commanders.; OR 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]