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GMD Operations Support Watch Officer Job Description
JOB TITLE:              Operations Support Watch Officer (Intermediate) CLEARANCE:         Must have a SECRET security clearance
LOCATION:             Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA
SUMMARY: SABG is hiring a Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Intermediate Operations Support Watch Officer to support the GM Vandenberg Operations Support Center (VOSC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. We are seeking dedicated personnel for this unique position with a 12-hour shift schedule: 2 on/2 off, then 5 on/5 off. Employee has every other weekend off.
SALARY RANGE: $72,000-$80,000
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. • Perform duties as a GM Operations Support Watch Officer in the VOSC, working 12-hour shifts. • Responsible for 24/7, 365 monitoring, deconfliction, coordination, execution and timely reporting of significant events and activities supporting development efforts and daily operations of the Missile Defense System (MDS). • Use the BMDS Scheduled Activity Tool (BSAT), Operational Data Integrated Node (ODIN), and direct coordination with Combatant Command GM managers for real-time coordination and confirmation of scheduled / unscheduled asset maintenance actions and changes in MDS configuration. • Determine the appropriate reporting document for various situations and forward reports to ensure GM leadership is kept properly apprised of events: Critical Information Report (CIR), Logistics Report (LOGREP), Status Reports, written and telephonic notification when necessary. • Provide professional presentations to senior leaders. • Execute hands-on control of daily events through participation in numerous telephonic coordination conferences to define scope of work, assess mission impacts and either recommend approval or provide justification to defer actions to the BMDS Watch Officer (BWO).   • Track maintenance and development activities using the Weekly Activity Message (WAM).      • Enter LOGREPs into the Theater-Homeland Operational Reporting (THOR) to properly document any system outages as well as Warfighter System Availability studies. On occasion, the Operations Support Watch Officer supports data pulls from THOR to help support system analysis.
 
SUPERVISION: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Capable of providing support for Programmatic and Communication techniques and processes to support stakeholder requirements. Has specialized relevant knowledge, works as a member of team, and assists with solving complex problems. This position requires 12-hour shifts. The shifts are 2 on/2 off, then 5 on/5 off. Employee has every other weekend off. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years’ experience analyzing and reporting operational activities, to include: • Collecting, analyzing and reporting operational readiness data and impacts • Collecting and disseminating critical incidents and significant events • Understanding and communicating asset management and configuration management impacts on a major weapon system • Assessing information and making critical decisions • 2+ years’ experience leading complex teams in an operational environment
 
COMPUTER SKILLS: • Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment • Proficiency with basic MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
 
CLEARANCE: Must possess a Secret clearance.
COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment • Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values • Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
 
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
This position requires 12-hour shifts. The shifts are 2 on/2 off, then 5 on/5 off. Employee has every other weekend off.
 
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TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Once you complete all steps, we are notified of your completed application and we will review.  For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.
 
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