This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for Information Operations/Information Environment planning and developing comprehensive plans, integrate, coordinate, and synchronize Joint Concepts, Doctrine, Lessons Learned, Education/Training/Exercises (individual/staff/collective, blended learning), Joint Training Environments, and Analysis to achieve assigned missions.

Duties

As a INFORMATION OPERATIONS PLANNER at the GS-0301-13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Creates/executes the Joint Training Environment within the Joint Event Life Cycle. Replicates and synchronizes the Information Environment and designs exercises based on exercise / training objectives and realistic operational environments. Produces, disseminates, and coordinates appropriate planning products and documents to ensure effective training of Information Operations, Operations in the Information Environment, and application of Information as a joint function. Coordinates with Special Technical Operations (STO), Cyberspace, Electronic Warfare, and Space SMEs in planning, organizing, and executing non kinetic activities to support key JS operational training/exercise programs. Engages Information Communities of Interest (COI) in advocating for joint Information Operations training and readiness. Initiate actions and coordination with OSD, Combatant Commands (CCMD), Services, and Agencies to obtain strategies, plans, policies, Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs). Provides guidance and recommendations regarding Operations in the Information Environment, Information Capabilities and the joint training system in reviewing strategy, policy and plans with joint force implications at the strategic and operational level, providing response to congressional queries, Inspector General (IG) assessments, and external studies.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service http://www.sss.gov
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible
• Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
• Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NATO Secret Security Clearance, as well as a U S. Government Passport.
• Work requires 40% travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays and/or overtime.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Conducting research, advising, and developing training environments for the joint force, to include developing adversary objectives, capabilities, actions, and effects within the Information Environment; Using policies, strategies, or concepts to advance warfighter learning; Coordinating across various organizations and information capabilities to support the integration of Operations in the Information Environment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Joint Chiefs of Staff Joint Staff Pentagon Washington, DC 20318 US
• Name: DE Applicant Inquires
• Phone: 614-692-0420
• Email: [email protected]