JOINT OPERATIONS PLANNING SPECIALIST

Summary

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Duties

Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to Plan and coordinate all deployments of joint space capabilities (manpower and systems), provided to Geographic Combatant Commands (GCC) for operations. Provide guidance oversight and facilitation over all subordinate Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) operators; control access and management of USSPACECOM operational plans; set permissions for subordinate JOPES operators; and develop supplemental letters of instruction to all members of the JPEC as to how to deploy, employ, and redeploy USSPACECOM capabilities. DUTIES: Plans, organizes, and oversees the command's JOPES operational activities as the Functional Manager for CDRUSSPACECOM. Serves as JOPES / Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) Program Coordinator. Manages command-level operational planning requirements and implements operating policies and procedures for USSPACECOM supporting operational TPFDD plans 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 for Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include comprehensive knowledge of DoD military command structure, mission, and relationship factors to make recommendations that influences the development, interpretation, and execution of DoD operations and exercise planning. Knowledge of the roles and organization of the Services, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and DoD agencies as they apply to crises and consequence management. Knowledge of DoD security policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of U.S. National Policy (i.e. National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Guidance for the Employment of the Force, Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan, Guidance for the Development of the Force, Global Force Management Allocation Plan, Global Force Management Implementation Guidance and other applicable national plans and policy documents) as well as security issues and an understanding of military forces capabilities and functions to develop operations orders and crisis action plans; including knowledge of the forces and resources required to accomplish a wide variety of military operations, contingencies, and other missions. Expert knowledge of policy, procedures, processes, and information flow associated with Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES)/Joint Planning and Execution Services (JPES) on behalf of CDRUSSPACECOM. Knowledge of joint and service operational planning, budgeting, evaluations processes, management procedures, software, and hardware for Global Force Management (GFM) and JOPES IT systems. 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: Comprehensive knowledge of DoD military command structure, mission, and relationship factors to make recommendations that influences the development, interpretation, and execution of DoD operations and exercise planning. Knowledge of the roles and organization of the Services, CCMDs, and DoD agencies as they apply to crises and consequence management. Knowledge of DoD security policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of U.S. National Policy (i.e. National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Guidance for the Employment of the Force, Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan, Guidance for the Development of the Force, Global Force Management Allocation Plan, Global Force Management Implementation Guidance and other applicable national plans and policy documents) as well as security issues and an understanding of military forces capabilities and functions to develop operations orders and crisis action plans; including knowledge of the forces and resources required to accomplish a wide variety of military operations, contingencies, and other missions. Expert knowledge of policy, procedures, processes, and information flow associated with JOPES/JPES on behalf of CDRUSSPACECOM. Knowledge of joint and service operational planning, budgeting, evaluations processes, management procedures, software, and hardware for GFM and JOPES IT systems. Skill in deployment and distribution tactics, techniques, and procedures to effectively oversee planning & integration of joint forces including project development and execution, training, and advisory services. Advanced skill sufficient to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships with diverse groups and executive-level command management. Exceptional ability to solve broad organizational issues, implement strategic plans within and across organizational components, and ensure a cooperative teamwork environment. 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. 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. 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

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-12 to GS-13. "Salary Range: This is an NH-03 position with full salary potential within that band, however the initial salary range offered for this position will be $91,870.00 to $142,022.00 which includes locality pay percentage, unless statutory or regulatory rules prevail. Follow on salary increases based on contribution MAY be earned within the full salary of the NH-03 pay band". 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 most recent SF-50 noting position, grade, and duty location. 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 determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed 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 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.