SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH)

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a supervisor providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over 8 nonsupervisory military and civilian personnel assigned to the USAFE-AFAFRICA Intelligence Directorates Intelligence Systems Support Branch (USAFE-AFAFRICA/A2XC)., * Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of USAFE-AFAFRICA/A2XC, ensuring that Intelligence Systems Support and SIMO comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs.

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.
• Represents USAFE-AFAFRICA/ A2 with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with key staff at DIA-EU RSC, USEUCOM/J2, AFRICOM/J2, DISA-EUR, HAF/A2, USAFE Staff agencies, other MAJCOM A2 staffs, AFISRA A60, 3AF/A2/A6,435 AGOW (Particularly 1 ACOS and 1CBCS), 86 Wing (particularly 86 CS).
• Assures uniform application of guidance across the theater. Develops, assesses and recommends revisions to MOU/MOAs, and Support Level Agreement’s (SLA) with subordinate organizations and USAFE-AFAFRICAGSUs that assign specific responsibilities to assure compliance with USAFE-AFAFRICA Intelligence Systems policies and procedures as laid out in AFISRA/A6 guidance, and the USAFE-AFAFRICA/A2 & 435AGOW MOA concerning the Operation, Maintenance and Sustainment of USAFE-AFAFRICA Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications Systems (JWICS) and Theater-wide Collateral Intelligence Program Management Office (PMO) Systems., Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution., * For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.

• Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.
• Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume.

1. A complete Application Questionnaire
2. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
3. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here., If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the “SUPERVISOR/MANAGEMENT” work category are at the “Full Performance” work level and are equivalent to those at the GG-13 level. The selectee’s salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee’s qualifications in relation to the job.

Experience: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate.BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: Quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position such as various DoD and USAF regulations and HQ USAFE-AF AFRICA directives and standards by the fielding and management of Intelligence Systems. I possess a high degree of originality and exercise sound judgment in planning, assessing and monitoring of the USAFE-AFAFRICA IT system requirements to assess new capabilities and establish precedence for implementing or modifying the capability for use in the USAFE-AF AFRICA Intelligence systems architecture and mission. I have supervisory experience using judgement resourcefulness, and initiative in adopting and applying guidelines, and is responsible for analyzing results and recommending changes when faced with various task-levels. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

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:

• Expert knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, principles, methods, procedures and other guidance related to various functions of life-cycle and configuration management techniques. Knowledge of acquisition, installation, operation and accountability of Intelligence C4 Systems. Knowledge of complex configuration management techniques and requirements appropriate with managing MAJCOM level Intelligence systems.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct and adjust the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of a small to medium sized organization to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing and to work effectively with groups and individuals in planning efforts and in working out solutions to problems or questions.
• Ability to plan, organizes, and directs the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.
• Broad, comprehensive knowledge of agency programming, planning, funding and implementation of information systems.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of security practices for ensuring the safeguarding of classified information.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:

• Position is designated Special-Sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOPSECRET (TS)security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing 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.

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., This job does not have an education qualification requirement., Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

• 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/
• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments. Position requires 10% travel in support of duties and responsibilities., A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered., Work site options Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Salary $132,751 - $172,578 per year Pay scale & grade GG 13 Promotion potential 13 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series

• 2210 Information Technology Management

Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test

1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The “most recent” is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.