Duties

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Information Technology (IT) Specialist with responsibility for managing the garrison and tactical Local Area Network/Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN).
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Responsibilities

• Serves as a Network Specialist, incumbent utilizes IT knowledge, skills, and abilities to develop, acquire, implement, and manage the life cycle of IT networks.
• Satisfy operational requirements and provides technical knowledge along with project management skills for numerous complex and interrelated information technologies.
• Establishes and maintains solid working relationships with other IT subject matter experts, other government agencies and commercial industry involved in the design and implementation of computer network and communication systems.
• Participates in CBRN Response Enterprise operations; may deploy to hazardous locations.
• Planning, analysis, acquisition, design, development, implementation, quality assurance, configuration, installation, integration, maintenance testing, operational integrity, and/or management of networked systems.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
12

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• The employee must obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
• Recruitment incentives may/may not be authorized
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position is designated by the Air force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program
• May be required to work non-traditional duty hours which includes evenings, weekends and holidays; overtime may be required on short notice; and shift work may be necessary during exercises, crises, or contingencies
• Frequently, incumbent may be required to be on a two or four-hour recall
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Work may require employee to drive a government motor vehicle. A valid driver's license is required for this position.
• Incumbent may be required to wear an organizational civilian uniform with appropriate footwear and other PPE to be issued by the organization.
• See Additional Conditions of Employment (Cont)
• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)

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, OPM Qualification Standard for Group Coverage Qualifications Standards for Information Technology Management (Alt A) Positions; IT Management Series for GS-2210. For more information please click here .

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes working with network systems design, and operation principles of related computer systems so as to provide services that support the organization's mission requirements; working with highly complex computer technical specialty areas, e.g., local and wide area networking design, management, and control; database management; applications systems design; systems software design and operations; computer hardware configuration, design, and analysis; and information technology (IT) acquisition; and working with work processes, file design, computer hardware, programming language, database capabilities, communications, and related procedure of the program assigned to complete automation assignments.

AND IT-RELATED EXPERIENCE: Which demonstrates the (four) required competencies - Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving.

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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

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 a full range of network systems (LAN/WAN) design principles, methodologies, and approaches used in developing, testing, installing, operating, managing, and maintaining network services that support functional requirements.

2. Knowledge of the network architecture, interrelationships, operating modes, configuration, topology, and protocols. Knowledge of network operating and maintenance concepts and methods to troubleshoot network problems. Knowledge of complex configuration management techniques and requirements.

3. Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information, plan the sequence of actions necessary, make sound decisions, and solve a variety of network problems; and to analyze component interrelationships and evaluate network systems and computer applications from an operational perspective.

4. Ability to maintain an up-to-date awareness of technological advances and predict how management can meet future requirements.

5. Knowledge of information security and assurance and provide solutions that minimum risk to the network and mission. Assist Information Systems Security Officer with development, implementation, and enforcement of Information Assurance policies and procedures.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONT)

1. This position is designated Non-Combat Essential and is a KEY position IA W DODD 1404.10. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbent of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for tilling of the position during an emergency are not available.

2. 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.

3. Frequently, incumbent may be required to be on a two or four-hour recall. Incumbent may be required to carry a phone and/or pager (Government furnished). Additionally, Incumbent must participate in any "call back" drills conducted by the organization (unless on approved leave).

4. Work may require travel by military or commercial aircraft or other modes of travel away from the normal duty station to locations within and outside of the Continental United States. Travel may be on very short notice and may be under field conditions.

5. Deployments may expose incumbent to hazardous conditions and potentially life-threatening conditions. Training may be required to prepare the incumbent for extended TDY under field conditions. Special dietary or religious requirements may not be accommodated during TDY or training exercises.

6. As a condition of employment, must be able to don Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) protective clothing, including a protective mask, unassisted, in the requisite amount of time to ensure the employee's safety, and remain in this posture until conditions are declared safe for removal of protective clothing. Grooming standards must be compatible with all required protective equipment.

7. A pre-employment medical exam is required. The duties of this position require moderate physical exertion involving walking and standing, possible use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. This position has deployment requirements for CBRN response IA W NNCI 44-163 and DoDI 6490.07. Selectee must meet the requirements specified on the SF-178 Certification of Medical Examination. Certification of medical readiness is required annually as a condition of employment. Any condition that would cause the employee to be a hazard to him/her or others is disqualifying. The incumbent must immediately report to his supervisor any significant changes in health status and/or medication requirements.

8. Vaccinations and medication necessary to deploy to, and operate in, a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, or High Explosive (CBRNE) contaminated environment are required IA W NNCI 44-163 as a condition of employment. Maintaining a current and medically deployable status is a condition of employment.

9. Employee is expected to have a family care plan in place (if applicable) to allow employee to deploy in as little as 4 hours after notification. Employee's plan must allow for the possibility of deployments of at least 30 continuous days or more.

10. Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position is rated as an IA T Level 1. Employee is required within 6 months of appointment to obtain the certification that is mandated in I DoD 8570.01-M information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program Change 4, l l/10/2015.

Additional information

nteragency 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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Flexibility
• Influencing/Negotiating
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• QUALIFICATION - 2210 IOR Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A)
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork
• Technical

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.

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.

BASIS OF RATING: The assessments for this job will also measure

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) as listed under Qualifications
• General competencies such as: Reading, Reasoning, and Judgement

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Top Secret

Drug test required
Yes

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

Online Application - Questionnaire

Resume - For qualification determinations, your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e., GS-0301-09. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn ), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.

Transcripts - if you are basing your qualifications on education or if the position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts

Registration/License - active, current registration/license if applicable for the position

If claiming VRA, VEOA or Veterans' Preference - a copy of your DD Form 214, which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10-point preference and/or 30% Disabled Veteran, you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).

Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1"). Additionally, if you are applying for a higher grade (GS) and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an SF-50 which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-grade Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

Applicants must refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide (link provided above) for a complete list of required documents for each eligibility you identify.

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Applicant should not submit an appraisal that does not include this information.

Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Copies of any award received within the last 3 years.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.