ISR PROGRAM MANAGER

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform work related to the analysis, evaluation, implementation, and/or improvement of internal administrative operations and organization management in assigned areas of responsibility.

Duties

• Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and contract specialist for HQ USAFE-AFAFRICA/A2, exercising a high degree of independent judgment for comprehensive management and oversight of a diverse portfolio of complex, high dollar value service contracts and commodity purchases essential to the command's intelligence mission. - Performs essential budget analysis and financial execution duties, applying expert-level knowledge of fiscal principles to support the command's intelligence mission and enable successful contract and program execution. - As a program manager within the ISR Programs and Resources branch (A2RX), performs in-depth analysis and provides critical, direct support for the command's complex Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process. Qualifications

This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 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: knowledge of DoW financial management, accounting principles, and fiscal law is essential for formulating and executing the command's multi-source intelligence budget. Furthermore, practical knowledge of the USAFEAFAFRICA mission and organizational goals is necessary to ensure all contractual, financial and programmatic activities are aligned with strategic objectives. 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 contracting principles, laws, and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), to serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), develop acquisition packages (PWS, QASP), and perform contract oversight and surveillance. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of DoW financial management regulations, budgetary policies, fiscal law, and procedures to manage and execute multi-source intelligence funds, including Operations & Maintenance (O&M), Other Procurement Air Force (OPAF), Military Intelligence Program (MIP), and National Intelligence Program (NIP) funds; knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process, including the development of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM), to analyze strategic guidance, validate requirements, and advocate for intelligence program resources. 3. Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex contractual, financial, and programmatic data to identify funding trends, resolve budgetary issues, and provide authoritative recommendations to senior leadership on contract management and resource allocation; skill in managing the complete financial lifecycle of contracts, including validating invoices in systems like Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), tracking obligations, managing spend plans, and executing contract closeout procedures. 4. Skill in the use of automated financial and accounting systems, such as the Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), to process, track, certify, and report on financial transactions and the status of funds. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to prepare and present detailed briefings, justification papers, and status reports to senior leaders (GO/SES), contracting officers, and higher headquarters; ability to independently plan, organize work, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under pressure of tight deadlines in a dynamic MAJCOM-level environment. 6. Ability to interpret and apply high-level strategic guidance to formulate and defend resource requirements that align with command, theater, and national intelligence priorities; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of personnel across MAJCOM directorates, contracting agencies, and other intelligence community partners to achieve programmatic and financial goals. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) 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 Drug Demand 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 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. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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. Other Information

Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click here to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program. 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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.