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 technical advisor for information and emerging technology while providing computer requirements and data systems support to the Numbered Air Force (NAF).

Duties

Determines if systems and processes are capable of meeting operational requirements, resulting in recommendations and decisions that affect whether or not a process or system should be used, be enhanced, or be replaced by other formal or ad hoc solutions. Serves as NAF technical advisor on matters dealing with operating systems, hardware, software and network connectivity and availability. Participates in the determination of systems requirements, recognizing and analyzing trends and providing instruction and orientation services. Provides the NAF Commander with functional oversight over NAF systems with regular requirements to senior leadership. Conducts studies. Conducts fact-finding and analytical studies to determine feasibility, cost, organizational and procedural changes, personnel and equipment requirements, etc.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be required to perform work during irregular duty hours
• Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the generalized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Computer Clerk and Assistant Series 0335 (opm.gov) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes; Examples of specialized experience includes: Utilization of analytical and diagnostic methods, procedures, and principles to identify system failures, take corrective actions to resume normal operations, and implement procedures to allow for partial use until problems are solved. Apply methods to perform a wide range of information processing, preparing, advising, assisting, and procedural problem-solving duties. 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-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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.Thorough knowledge of information systems, data base concepts, systems software and data processing methods and a comprehensive knowledge of NAF functions so as to be able to plan and administer information strategy and policy concerning the use of organization-wide management systems resources. 2. Knowledge of the computer equipment analysis field necessary to evaluate requirements and to conduct studies/analyses of trends and patterns affecting existing technology and future operations. 3. A comprehensive knowledge of complex data management concepts, principles, and methods to evaluate effectiveness of systems and activities to optimize processes. 4. Ability to determine applications and systems performance, troubleshoot issues affecting performance and put immediate fixes or workarounds in place to overcome shortfalls. 5. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to fully coordinate activities and provide user training and support with management officials, and other computer specialists. 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 Dobbins ARB 1635 Mimosa Drive Ste 130 Dobbins ARB, GA 30069 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]