MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST

This is a GG-15 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-15 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Expert" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-15 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. 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. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include thorough knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operations of the DOD, Air Force, and joint organizations as they concern military, operations, capabilities, and capability employment principles. Expert knowledge of qualitative and quantitative evaluation techniques for the study of future joint force missions, capabilities and requirements. Mastery of systems planning and project management concepts, methods, and practice and management principles and systems sufficient to lead the evaluation of future GIISR requirements and to develop a high-level architecture plan to support Air Force and joint mission requirements and to exercise mature administrative and technical judgment in managing programs, resolving complex cross-organizational problems, and developing new hypotheses or fundamental new concepts. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. 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 and Joint operations, capabilities, and capabilities employment principles including GIISR (Global Integrated Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance). 2. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of air and space plans, programs, and procedures for conducting major operations such as war, military operations other than war, mobilization, deployment. 3. Knowledge of the Department of Defense's Joint Capabilities Integration Development System (JCIDS), Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS), and the Department of Air Force policy, procedures, and schedules for developing Program Objectives Memoranda, Budget Estimate Submissions and Financial Plans in support of major war, mobilization, and other contingency and operational plans. 4. Skill in managerial and coordination activities sufficient to manage and review multiple studies of future capability requirements with many variable or unknowns including mission changes, future technology, and competing organizational interests. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct program functions and advise senior Air Force leadership on Global Integrated Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance strategic efforts. 6. Ability to plan, organize, direct program functions, mentor, motivate, lead staff and communicate (orally and in writing) clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. CONDITIONS OF EMLOYMENT CONTINUED 1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. 2. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. 3. The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft. 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. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Global Integrated Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (GIISR) Senior Analyst and Deputy, Sensing Grid Cross-Functional Team. Plans, integrates, prioritizes, and directs enterprise-wide GIISR strategy efforts. **Continued in Additional Information**