PROFESSOR OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (INTERMITTENT)

Summary

This position is covered under the Federal Excepted Service under Title 10 United States Code, Section 1746 and Title 5, Code of Federal Regulations Schedule A, Section 213.3106(h) Maximum of a 1,040 hours in a 12 month period

Duties

Conveys knowledge and experience in Intellectual Property (IP) and Data Rights (IPDR) which includes current Federal IP policy and regulations needed by the acquisition workforce to make critical decisions dealing with the acquiring and management of IPDR. Topics include but are not limited to the following: - Definitions and appropriate uses of intellectual property and data rights, data management, data markings and data protection and storage, both commercial and noncommercial, as they relate to the Government and the acquisition process. - Development of an acquisition program IP strategy that includes pre and post award strategy and management throughout the life of the program. - Methods, tools and processes to manage the technical data from development of a weapon system to sustainment. - Non-FAR based contractual mechanisms (e.g. Other Transaction Authority) and emerging technologies (e.g. additive manufacturing) as well as best practices when considering IP and Data Rights issues. - IP valuations during the Acquisition Life Cycle, common methodologies for valuing IP, and the importance of IP valuation and licensing rights in developing an IP Strategy. - Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications

Please reference the Education section of this announcement to review the WarU Faculty Pay Band Minimum Education and Specialized Experience Requirements. To qualify for this position at a respective band/grade level, you must demonstrate in your resume/application that you possess the minimum required years of specialized experience equivalent to one band/grade-level lower (or equivalent) to include having specialized experience directly relating to the specific duties of the position, and demonstrate that you have the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully. Specialized experience is defined as: - Demonstrated experience in the development, application and management of Intellectual Property and Data Rights (IPDR) within the realm of the acquisition process. - Experience and application of the legal and policy aspects of IPDR relative to Government contracting and the acquisition process. - A Juris Doctorate degree is highly desired, however the candidate will not represent the government in any legal capacity. 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: Demonstrated experience in the development, application and management of Intellectual Property and Data Rights (IPDR) within the realm of the acquisition process. Experience and application of the legal and policy aspects of IPDR relative to Government contracting and the acquisition process. 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. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): You must be well qualified for the position to receive special selection priority under the ICTAP. A qualified ICTAP eligible achieving a score of 90 or above will be considered well qualified. You must submit a Separation-Reduction in Force (RIF) SF-50; a RIF Notice showing separation within the past year (or declining a management directed reassignment outside the commuting area, or a Termination of Disability Notice from OPM) and most recent performance appraisal. For more information, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Education

WarU Faculty Pay Band Minimum Education and Specialized Experience Requirements: WarU Pay Band A (AD-11) (Equivalent to a GS-09 through GS-13 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band A include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree and up to four years of experience in the appropriate functional area. WarU Pay Band B (AD-12) (Equivalent to a GS-14 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band B include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of six years of experience in the appropriate functional area. Advanced degrees are highly desired in Band B. WarU Pay Band C (AD-13) (Equivalent to a GS-15 General Schedule grade equivalency): Minimum Education and Specialized Experience: Basic requirements for Band C include a minimum of a Bachelor level degree in an appropriate discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience in the appropriate functional area. Advanced degrees are highly desired in Band C. Please note: Technical certifications and/or experience may be approved by the WarU Chief of Staff (delegated from the WarU President) to meet the needs of the University. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with your application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. How You Will Be Evaluated

Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment. Veterans' preference eligibility is treated as a positive factor when making a selection from external sources. It is applied when the organization makes a final selection from the candidates with substantially equal qualifications as described in the Best Meets Mission Requirements definition below. 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. Best Meets Mission Requirements definition: Applicant has the knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies to substantially exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. This equates to the best qualified assessment criteria established for the vacancy and based on overall demonstrated experience, education, training, appraisals/evaluations, job-related awards, certifications, honors and relevant outside activities. Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ [email protected] Other Information

This position is in the Excepted Service. For more information regarding Excepted Service employment please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/service/ This is an intermittent position and the applicant reporting assignment will be their personal home address. Position is eligible for remote work. A government civil servant that is employed as intermittent is a person hired to work an irregular or occasional schedule, i.e., there is no set schedule of work. The employee compensated only for the time actually worked. This type of employment used to find support when there is a surge in requirements or a short-term mission requirement. Hours of employment are based strictly on the needs of the agency. At WarU, employees hired as Intermittent Employees, are restricted to no more than 1,040 hours of work per year. A "year" starts with the date of employment through the one-year anniversary. This limitation allows WarU to extend the employment of the individual indefinitely as long as there is a viable requirement and funding source. These employees may be appointed to new 1-year term appointments consecutively without limitations if they do not exceed 1040 hours in a year, however the one-year term limitations mean they are not entitled to certain rights under Merit Systems Protection, or certain federal benefits to include death benefits. Although an intermittent employee assigned to a specific WarU Business Unit, the individual may be used for requirements across the enterprise. WarU Intermittent Faculty Employees are subject to all applicable Federal ethics restrictions. In certain circumstances, this could bar intermittent faculty members from receiving compensation from a private corporation to teach a course that is substantially similar to any existing WarU course. Applicants who have questions about how this rule might apply to their particular circumstances are encouraged to review 5 C.F.R. § 2635.807 for complete information. As an intermittent, you will not be eligible for a benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings (equivalent to a 401(k); health, life, and long term care insurance; accrual of annual (personal) leave, sick leave, and paid holidays. If you are a current Federal civilian employee in the Federal Competitive Service, if selected, you must sign a statement of understanding acknowledging you are transitioning from the Federal Competitive Service to the Federal Excepted Service. Initial appointment is made for a period of one year. WarU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy, and the opportunity to telework. At the supervisor's discretion, the selectee may be able to work remotely. WarU participates in e-Verify with the Department of Homeland Security and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. If selected for this position, you must be able to start employment within 30 days of acceptance (unless otherwise approved by DAU). Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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. 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.