Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. This is a developmental position. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Administrative and Program Management Officer in the Resources Division, Strategy, Plans and Policy Directorate, Headquarters U.S. Central Command (HQ USCENTCOM), directly managing the administrative and personnel support functions of the Directorate.

Duties

Serve as Administrative Officer for the Resources Division, Strategy, Plans and Policy Directorate Serve as principal program manager performing administrative duties in support of the CCJ5 Joint Awards Manager. Responsible for multi-service directorate Awards and Decorations program. Manages the Directorate Records Management Programs

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• PCS expenses are not authorized. Travel and Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• 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.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Prior CENTCOM experience is highly desired.
• In-depth knowledge of various office automation software processing procedures and function keys to produce a wide range of documents, such as graphics or tables within a text to edit and (cont)
• (cont) reformat electronic drafts, and to update and revise existing databases or spreadsheets is highly desired.

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. GS-09: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of administrative and technical programs; providing advisory services and making recommendations to improve procedure and processes, based on knowledge of administrative concepts, common management principles, and practices; performing studies and preparing reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly , and managing and providing directorate-level oversight, based on knowledge of Records Management concepts, principles and regulatory requirements. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D.,(if related) in a field related to the position being filled. Education at the graduate level must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. Only graduate level education in excess of the first 18 semester hours may be combined with experience. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. GS-11: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of administrative and technical programs based on a wide knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques; providing advisory services and make recommendations to improve procedure and processes based on knowledge of administrative concepts, common management principles, and practices; managing and providing directorate-level oversight based on comprehensive knowledge of Records Management concepts, principles and regulatory requirements; and performing non-routine functions and advising other staff on methods and procedures, such as desktop publishing and troubleshooting based on knowledge of PCs and software, which includes word processors, graphics, spreadsheets, database management systems, and communications. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree (or LL.M.) in a field related to the position being filled. Education at the graduate level must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. Only higher-level graduate education in excess of the first 2 years may be combined with experience. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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. 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. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirement for the GS-09 level. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirement for the GS-11 level. 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: Knowledge of office administration and management; and knowledge management and information retrieval, particularly including computer database search and Internet search for both records and data relevant to job functions. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, management, and operation of joint command organizations to provide directorate level administrative staff guidance and participate in the development of administrative goals and policies. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods, procedures and skill in the identification, consideration, and resolution of administrative issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature. Comprehensive knowledge of Records Management concepts, principles and regulatory requirements, sufficient to manage and provide directorate-level oversight. Knowledge of various office automation software and database programs, secure communications equipment, tools and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, memorandums, reports and spreadsheets. Ability to create and utilize documents (Word), databases, spreadsheets, and presentation graphics in support of transactions and presentations intended for a senior/high visibility audience. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to use correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence. Skills in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identifying, considering, and resolving office management or administrative issues or problems (particularly of a procedural nature); as well as applying office procedures, file/records creation, and maintenance, juggling multiple tasks and priorities and keeping track. 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.

********************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS********************

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt

Contacts

• Address CENTCOM 7115 South Boundary Blvd MacDill AFB, FL 33621 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]