The primary purpose of this position is to serves as a senior program analyst in the Operations Branch executing against a Program of Record for the Office of Regional Surveys and Studies (ORSS). Duties - Incumbent serves as an expert intelligence operational specialist who performs analyses of Combatant Command requirements for the purpose of determining the viability of proposed capabilities for achieving military results that cannot be accomplished through conventional approaches, Special Operations or interagency capabilities. - Plans and carries out all assignments, resolving conflicts which arise and interprets existing policy to make technical or operational decisions necessary to process, all-source materials and produce innovative analyses in assigned area(s). - Serves as a contracting officer's technical representative (COTR) to assist the contracting officer in the technical development and day-to day execution of multiple complex contracts with non-traditional vendors performing highly unusual work. - Maintains liaison with high level intelligence professionals at other intelligence agencies and allied countries to provide or obtain information on complex and unique problems and participates as an expert representative of the activity on panels and committees with commitment authority in his/her assigned area(s). Requirements Conditions of employment - U.S. Citizenship Required - All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period. - A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). - 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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program - Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide - The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments. - Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays - Shift work and emergency overtime may be required - Employee must maintain current certifications - Disclosure of Political Appointments - Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit - Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume - Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position - Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position - Leave accrual may be authorized upon request - 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. Qualifications This is a GG-14 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-14 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Senior" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-14 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. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. 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: extensive knowledge of intelligence collection methods and systems, their capabilities and limitations, and appropriate tasking methods in order to devise novel solutions to unconventional warfare problems. Expert knowledge of the culture of traditional concepts of warfare and the complexities involved in the new CONOPS. Expert understanding of the intricacies and ever shifting parameters of Special Operations Forces in response to the demands of global warfare. Expert knowledge of contracting process, procedures and precedent approaches in order to execute unconventional intelligence operations through contract vehicles. 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: 1. Knowledge of worldwide geographical, political, military, and economic issues affecting terrorist groups, operations, and capabilities affecting U.S. national security interests. 2. Knowledge of SOF operations, tactics, techniques, and procedures to support mission planning, rehearsal, and execution. 3. Knowledge of national intelligence community organizations, processes, responsibilities, research techniques, and automated computer operations and standard software applications. 4. Knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts, and methodologies for target development, all-source intelligence collection, analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and dissemination of information. 5. Skill in preparing documentation and coordinating analytical support efforts to rapidly render knowledgeable and accurate assessments to make decisions and recommendations under time-sensitive conditions; skilled in verbal and written communications techniques in order to produce finished products, prepare and present briefings and represent the activity or the Service in meetings and conferences. 6. Knowledge of unconventional acquisition approaches and precedents, and ability to regularly devise new approaches when precedents do not apply. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: 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. Education ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For additional information on DCIPS, click here Additional information ****This position may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS**** Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. 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. 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