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Job opening: TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Salary: $81 963 - 106 549 per year
Published at: Nov 08 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number PDT517800 and is part of the MA ARNG G6, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: Ms. Deb Cho at 339-202-3615

Duties

1. Manages switched telecommunications systems that provide primary voice network capabilities to the organization. Within the switched systems environment, incumbent is responsible for independently administering the individual switch operating system, to include all aspect of routing tables, trunks, and groups, to include call restrictions, and classes of services. Additionally, performs all software upgrades and troubleshooting of the operating system and switch hardware using appropriate software solutions or diagnostic equipment, to include administering the switch integrated fax services. 30% 2. Administers the call accounting program and monitors the telecommunications hardware performance to include running traffic studies to measure traffic characteristics, quality of service, and how much equipment or service is actually used or needed for communications systems or segments of systems to assure that the software/hardware performance acceptability is optimized. Analyzes the results to establish the basis for adding, deleting, or reallocating circuits as needed, then provides results to the Network Manager with recommendations. 30% 3. Monitors, maintains, and recommends optimum switched systems configuration, to include administering and programming the Voice Mail System's customer administration, messaging broadcasting, automated attendants, integrated voice to desk top, load capacity, and voice mail configurations. Provides program and configuration services for Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) data and video through the switched network to the Network Control Center (NCC) and DLN environments by administering all bandwidth requirements and allocation on all telecommunications equipment to include Channel Service Units/Data Service Units (CSUs/DSUs), switches, and frame relay access devices. 20% 4. Provides telecommunications input for the preparation of the Internet Service Provider (ISP). Maintains the telecommunications/integration acquisition plan to include lifecycle replacement as directed by the Telecommunications Manager. Evaluates and recommends commercially obtained software (COTS) solutions for all telecommunications requirements, and develops detailed list of equipment and capabilities to satisfy current requirements for the entire switched system or segments of the complete switched system. Administers the implementation of approved telecommunications projects and contracts by planning the installation, testing and evaluation of the system. Applies diagnostic equipment to test, configure, evaluate, and optimize all high bandwidth circuits. Designs, develops and conducts technical and operational tests and evaluations of a wide range of communications equipment and systems. Reviews and recommends specific kinds of communications systems according to operating requirements, planned traffic and the location of stations. Provides technical assistance and guidance to the users of the system to include adherence to established policies and procedure. 10% 5. Provides input to the emergency and mobilization communications plan for implementation by the telecommunications manager. Input addresses the role played by the switched network to support the organizational effort to meet the requirements of the emergency as identified by the proper authorities. Serves as the voice network coordinator between the state and federal authorities. 10% Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Favorable background check is required.
  • Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • PCS expenses will not be paid.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
  • Veteran's Preference will apply. DD Form 214's are required for Veteran's Preference. If claiming Veteran's Preference for disability a Disability VA letter and SF-15 must also be submitted.
  • Visit www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans to learn more about Veteran's Preference.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.

Qualifications

*This is an indefinite position, tenure 3, with a time limit determined by the needs of the agency. Any permanent military technician who is selected for this position will become tenure 3. The selectee will receive the same benefits and entitlements as the tenure 1 employee, but will be considered tenure 3 for purposes of reduction in force. If a permanent resource becomes available, incumbent may be converted to a permanent appointment without competition* AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Nationwide - Open to all US Citizens SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must haveat least 1-year of specialized experience equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Specialized experience includes experience, education and training that provided knowledge of communications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media; knowledge of electronic communications concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; application of specialized communications methods and analytical techniques; technical knowledge of the operational and performance characteristics of communications equipment, automated control and network management systems, transmission media, and the relationships among component parts of telecommunications systems; and competencies in the subject matter or business processes associated with the DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force telecommunication programs. OR Education: Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M., if related Major study -- electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or other fields related to the position to be filled. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. 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 months/years. 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.

Contacts

  • Address MA ARNG G6 2 Randolph Road Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
  • Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
  • Email: [email protected]

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