PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary

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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a senior Air Force Program Management Specialist and to provide Air Force military rated nuclear expertise in the Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Life Cycle Management System, and provide expert guidance and advice to Air Force headquarters staff. The work is to plan, organize and develop policies and guidelines for Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Life Cycle Management System to provide expert counsel, analytical services and advice to higher levels of management. Duties Applying Air Force military rated nuclear expertise collaborates w/ Air Staff, Joint Staff, COCOMs and MAJCOMs in advocacy of all nuclear and nuclear related programmatic and budgeting as a part of the Air Force Corporate Structure to develop AF position on nuclear weapons, nuclear-capable aircraft and long-range strike issues. Applying Air Force military aviator nuclear expertise injects a direct presence via panels, shaping directives guidance and interaction with Air Staff, Joint Staff, COCOMs and MAJCOMs in the requirements, acquisition, programming and budget process integrates AF nuclear/combat aircraft capabilities. Prepares reports, responses to queries, justifications and background papers on the technical aspects of areas of expertise and assignment. Applying Air Force military rated nuclear expertise maintains a continuous liaison with other Air Staff, other service headquarters counterparts and DOD offices. Qualifications

(Con.) This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. 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, Administration and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301. 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 Air Force military rated nuclear expertise as it applies to assigned programs, and knowledge of nuclear related weapons systems; mastery of advanced management and organizational principles and practices of the Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Life Cycle Management System including Planning, Programming, and Budgeting and Execution Process (PPBE), Defense Acquisition System, Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) regulations, guidelines and processes; thorough knowledge of Air Force Nuclear Deterrence Operations program goals and objectives; high degree of skill in analyzing and comparing weapon system and program requirements, and programmatic factors to produce fully justified options that can be presented to higher levels of management for use in defending program decisions. 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. Knowledge of Air Force military rated (e.g., pilot, navigator) nuclear expertise as it applies to assigned programs, and knowledge of nuclear- related weapons systems. Knowledge of the Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Life Cycle Management System including Planning, Programming, and Budgeting and Execution Process (PPBE), Defense Acquisition System, Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and Department of Defense and Department of the Air Force policy and procedures. 2. Knowledge of and ability to apply procedures, requirements, regulations and policies related to specialized expertise in the work of the agency, including the ability to maintain credibility with others on technical matters. Ability to gather, assemble and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making. 3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with technical accuracy. Ability to negotiate complex issues while maintaining good working relations with others. 4. Ability to assess the status and build products that enable A10 to advocate and explain the important role of the nuclear deterrence capability, the importance of continuing to strengthen the nuclear enterprise from a stewardship perspective and the contributions of the nuclear enterprise to strategic deterrence. 5. Ability to apply nuclear related background, knowledge and experience to complex issues facing the nuclear enterprise. Ability to conduct and process analysis relating to nuclear planning, transformation, future concepts and capability requirements. 6. Ability to inspire, motivate and guide others toward goal accomplishments; ability to adapt leadership style to a variety of situations. Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research and summarizes results, offering appropriate recommendations. Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. 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. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. 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. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. 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. 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 dated within 30 days 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. 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.