The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a management analyst for HQ USAF/A10 providing expert analytical support to examine, evaluate, and conduct risk operation assessments of Agency nuclear enterprise activities in order to recommend courses of action to improve enterprise health.

Duties

Supports the A10 organizational mission by collaborating with the Air Staff, Major Commands, and Joint, departmental, and national agency mission partners. Prepares official correspondence and responses articulating the Agency nuclear enterprise equities across the Air Staff, Major Commands, and Joint, departmental, and national agency mission partners. Develops, assists in development, and/or reviews national leadership, DoD, COCOM, Joint, Agency, and higher headquarters policy, briefings, studies, reports, operations planning documents, Congressional testimony and taskings, official correspondence and documents, and/or other relevant documents and materials that impact the Agency nuclear enterprise missions, forces, and capabilities. Develops and implements processes for A10 Joint readers to codify processing of responses to Joint Staff actions packages (JSAPs) and taskings to include taskings for the SecAF and/or CSAF.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• 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
• Must be able to work outside normal day working hours and on weekends
• An advanced degree in science, math, or other appropriate degree, and operations research experience is highly desired
• 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
• There may be occasional contact with congressional offices or the General Accounting Office on specific claims or protests
• Completed work is reviewed by the supervisor for effectiveness and compatibility with current Agency mission objectives and success in obtaining acceptance of recommendations by Agency leadership
• Conduct process and analysis relating to nuclear planning, policy, transformation, future concepts, and capability requirements
• Develops innovative solutions and implements instructions for new policies and procedures
• Must exhibit a high degree of judgement, resourcefulness, originality, and the ability to foresee the impact of changing technology
• Travel by commercial and/or military modes of transportation may be required
• This is a Centrally Managed position in the Operations Career Field.
• 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

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 mastery of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical organizational plans and programs participating in and or conducting major operations such as: mission; training; deployment; mobilization; Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE); special operations; and contingency or similar operations. 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: Ability to apply nuclear-related background, knowledge, and experience to complex issues facing the nuclear community. Knowledge of nuclear deterrence missions, forces, and capabilities. Experience in conducting and processing analysis relating to nuclear planning, policy, transformation, future concepts, and capability requirements. Knowledge of a range of methods and techniques used in operations research duties and possession of analytical abilities. Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions. Ability to participate in teams; 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, negotiates complex issues, think critically, and maintain good working relationships Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts; draw conclusions; conduct analysis; devise recommended solutions; and formulate this process in official correspondence for top management use and decision-making. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address HQ USAF and Support Elements - Pentagon 1720 Air Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]