PROGRAM ANALYST

Summary

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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Alaskan Command Defense Support of Civil Authoritiesplanner, primarily responsible as the Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA); chemical, biological,radiological, and nuclear (CBRN); and pandemic influenza and infectious disease (PI&ID) subject matter expert and lead planner for development of supporting plans to the U.S. Northern Command family of DSCA concept plans. Duties Serves as the primary author, editor, and development coordinator for the Alaskan Command Defense Support of Civil Authorities Response plan Actively engages with U.S. Northern Command DSCA planners to ensure synchronization with higher headquarters DSCA planning initiatives. Provides subject matter expertise, training, and training assessment in support of all facets of DSCA to Alaskan Command and as a key resource to the Alaska Joint Enabling Capability. Provides leadership, production management, and planning expertise to the joint planning group during planning functions performed deliberately or in response to a crisis in support of DSCA mission areas. Qualifications

Conditions of Employments: (cont'd) May be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercise and Real World events. Battle Roster functions may include, but are not limited to, Joint Personnel Operation Cell, Contingency Command Center, Future Operations Center, Joint Enabling Capability, and other tasks as assigned. These duties may require additional duty hours and/or alternate duty locations. This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. This position has been identified as eligible for situational telework, which is separate and distinct from the employee's eligibility. DD Form 2946, DoD Telework Agreement and required telework training must be completed prior to participation in telework program. Under DODI 1035.01_DAFI 36-816, Telework Program, a civilian employee's telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee's request. This is a KEY position IAW 32 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DOD Directive 1200.7. A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment. The employee must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve while assigned to this position. IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME). ME personnel perform a Mission Critical Function (MCF), which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency or during hazardous weather conditions to keep critical operations functioning. These personnel are required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or if delayed reporting is directed and remain on duty during phased or early release 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, series 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the application of procedures and tenets of the joint planning process (JPP), Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) system, and the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) to serve as the primary planner and review coordinator in the civil support mission area and on the Canada-U.S. Civil Assistance Plan; knowledge of joint doctrine related to defense support of civil authorities; civil disturbance operations; pandemic influenza and infectious disease; and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear response as well as Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Response Framework, National Incident Management System, and Incident Command System; Knowledge of Department of Defense and other national agency-level plans for response to natural and man-made disasters. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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 in the application of procedures and tenets of the joint planning process (JPP), Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) system, and the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES). 2. Knowledge of Department of Defense and other national agency-level plans for response to natural and manmade disasters. 3. Knowledge of joint doctrine related to defense support of civil authorities; civil disturbance operations; pandemic influenza and infectious disease; and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear response. 4. Knowledge of Federal Emergency Management Agency's National Response Framework, National Incident Management System, and Incident Command System. Ability to plan, organize, and direct joint planning group functions as well as mentoring and motivating joint planning group members. 5. Knowledge in a wide range of law, Department of Defense policies, directives, regulations and procedures applicable to the administration of defense support of civil authorities; civil disturbance operations; pandemic influenza and infectious disease; and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear response mission areas, to include knowledge of current Presidential Executive Orders, National Security Decision Directives, and the Joint Staff, DOD, unified and specified command directives, policies and procedures. 6. Skill in computer hardware systems and a working knowledge of software systems used throughout DOD. Skill in clear written and oral communications sufficient to meet with high-level representatives of military/civilian agencies and contractors involved in the operation planning and execution processes and in making presentations during conferences. Skill in speaking to large and small audiences and adapting to audience knowledge, experience, and cultural beliefs. 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. 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.