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 senior manager for telecommunication systems plans, policies, and procedures, and requirements and implementation program manager for the 17th Training Group (TRG) and 315 Training Squadron (TRS).

Duties

Plans and develops methods, procedures, policies, and techniques governing decisions on telecommunication systems. Serves as technical advisor for general intelligence training by coordinating with MAJCOMs, other DoD agencies, and AF-level program offices. Implements telecommunication programs and special projects. Coordinates the preparation of and reviews telecommunications statements of work (SOW). Prepares budget, technical reports, staff studies, and briefings. Participates in discussions, meetings, committees or special projects and presents briefings and prepares recommendations and reports.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft.
• Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position.
• Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
• 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.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0391, Telecommunications Series. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/telecommunications-series-0391/ SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology; as well as experience utilizing a wide range of communications concepts, principles, and practices to accomplish work processes through the use of telecommunications devices, services, and facilities; applying budgetary systems, contract procedures, and legal requirements during the planning and programing of communication systems; implementing practices, guides, and a broad range of operating techniques concerning both standard and unique communications systems design, installation, and concept of operations; and developing/applying established policies, methods, procedures, and techniques in communications system design and installation to problem resolutions and operating situations. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: Knowledge of a wide range of telecommunications theories, concepts, principles, and practices, procedures, policies, standards, operational requirements; and of operational and performance characteristics of telecommunications to develop procedures/policies/practices for local use. Knowledge of performance characteristic telecommunications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media to evaluate new devices, proposals, and approaches. Knowledge of associated methods and techniques such as contracting procedures/legal requirements, cost analyses, and budgets. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to identify, direct, or coordinate actions required in providing needed service. Ability to analyze a variety of unusual telecommunications conditions, problems, questions, or conditions associated with formulating projects or studies to substantially alter major telecommunications systems (e.g., systems compatibility, circuits, switches, distribution, satellite linkages, and networking). Ability to research patterns to develop new methods, criteria, or proposed new telecommunications policies and procedures. 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 Goodfellow AFB 310 Kearney Blvd Goodfellow AFB, TX 76908 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]