IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Communications Squadron Standardization/Evaluation and Quality Assurance Specialist, managing the Network Operations Standardization Evaluation Program (NOSEP) and the Communications Standardization Evaluation Program (CSEP).

Learn More About This Agency: The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win...Airpower anytime, anywhere.

To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power.

That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations.

Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee Cyber Interagency Transfer Authority (CITA) DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force) EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference Non-AF DCIPS Interchange PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement Veterans Employment Opportunities Act Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Individual Occupational Requirements for the Information Technology (IT) Management Series, GS-2210 (Alternate A).

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ EXPERIENCE: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-09) or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes: Applying a wide range of communications-electronics concepts, principles, and practices to perform in-depth review and analysis of maintenance performance for computer systems, ground radio, and/or telecommunications systems and equipment; analyzing deficiencies, writing/preparing reports, and presenting findings and recommendations; and ensuring communications-electronics services and computer network operations are in compliance with applicable regulations and instructions.

OR EDUCATION: Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a Ph.D.

or equivalent doctoral degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management OR a degree that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the fields identified above and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks.

(NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS) 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Knowledge of communications-electronics concepts, principles, practices, procedures, responsibilities, and functions of computer systems, ground radio, meteorological, navigational, and/or telecommunications systems maintenance organizations sufficient to perform in-depth review and analysis of performed maintenance.

Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of self-inspection procedures and techniques, surveillance checklists, varied automated maintenance programs and appropriate guidelines and regulations.

Skill in identifying and analyzing technical problems and deficiencies, developing solutions, presenting findings and making recommendations. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

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. Major Duties:

As a Communications Squadron Quality Assurance Specialist, provides assistance to work centers, staff function supervisors, and the Chief of Maintenance (COM) to identify and resolve maintenance and management problems.

As a Communications Standardization and Evaluation Program (CSEP) Specialist provides the Chief of Maintenance (COM) with key indicators to judge the maintenance activity's ability to meet mission requirements.

As the Communications Squadron Training Manager serves as the squadron director's Education and Training (E&T) program manager for all civilian and military personnel.