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PROGRAM ANALYST (KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT)

United States Space Force

Peterson AFB, COFull-time$129–168K/yrPosted today

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At a glance

Compensation
$129–168K/yr
Location
Peterson AFB, CO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The United States Space Force seeks a Knowledge Management Analyst for the NORAD and USNORTHCOM Knowledge Management Office. The analyst assesses and synchronizes knowledge management efforts related to staff readiness, unit infrastructure, and unit performance, and advises the Commander and staff on best practices. The position also manages command decision processes, knowledge management assessments, and information sharing, and exercises supervisory personnel responsibilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Quantitative and Qualitative Data AnalysisLeadershipTeam BuildingCritical JudgmentRecommendation FormulationMilitary Process and DoctrineMilitary Strategic and Tactical ConceptsCommand and Control CommunicationsOrganizational PlanningStaff MentoringOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationSafety and Security RegulationsNegotiationKnowledge ManagementInformation SharingCommand Processes

Qualifications

One Year Specialized ExperienceOne Year GS-13 Time-in-Grade

Full job description

Summary

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 the Knowledge Management Analyst (KMA) for NORAD and USNORTHCOM, Knowledge Management Office and continually assess and synchronize KM efforts as they apply to staff readiness, unit infrastructure, unit performance, and to advise the Commander and staff on best practices.

Duties

  • NORAD and USNORTHCOM Knowledge Management Analyst - Commands Decision Processes Manager - KM Assessment Manager - Commands Information Sharing Manager - Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities Qualifications

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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Mastery of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of major aspects related to plans and procedures, exercise, deployment, and similar operations; and to evaluate Joint Staff responses to plans and studies. Knowledge of military strategic and tactical concepts, principles, processes in all domains - land, aerospace, maritime, cyberspace, planning, logistics, and interagency. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: 1. Skill to perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis in order to gather, measure, and analyze facts, draw conclusions and devise recommended solutions. Proven leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to build effective teams. 2. Ability to act, or react, in a high stress environment to intense domestic event situations, make critical characterization judgments, formulate recommendations that may have major national impact/consequences and transmit those recommendations clearly and concisely to senior leadership. 3. Knowledge of military process and doctrine; NORAD and US Northern Command Strategic Vision, Concept of Operations, Homeland Defense Concept of Employment, Civil Support Concept of Employment, Battle Staff Standard Operating Procedures; Joint policies and procedures; The National Response Plan and The National Incident Management System; DoD, Joint, and Services' organizational structures; national intelligence organizations, state and federal emergency organizations, other pertinent interagency organizations such as the US Coast Guard, Federal Emergency Management Agency, etc. 4. Knowledge of military strategic and tactical concepts, principles, processes in all domains - land, aerospace, maritime, cyberspace, planning, logistics, and interagency. Practical and professional knowledge of a wide range of all the services military and commercial technical Command, Control, Communications, and Computer methods, principles and practices. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the operation of a medium sized organization, and to mentor, motivate, and apprise a staff of subordinate workers. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. ???????6. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill to negotiate and defend ideas and support Knowledge Management, Information Sharing and Command Processes concepts. 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 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. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 983 open Program Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$129–168K/yr
  • US median$91–133K/yr580 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $148K, is 29% above the US median midpoint ($115K) — in the top quarter of Program Analyst salary ranges across the US.

Openings
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Program Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (861 postings).
Education
284 of the 983 open Program Analyst jobs (29%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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