Primary purpose of the position is to provide advice and administrative direction to personnel responsible for planning, scenario development and execution of operational level of warfare command and control exercises led by the 505th Combat Training Squadron (505CTS) for the purpose of training the Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC) and Commander Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR) staffs in the operational art of employing air, space and cyber power to dominate across the spectrum of conflictQualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Standards for General Schedule
Administrative and Management Positions, Management and Program Analysis Series, 0343.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 knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations toward development and/or improvement of critical command plans and programs, to include knowledge of programs and processes related to M&S activities. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of critical M&S plans and programs. Knowledge of Air Force M&S program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions as related to actual events. Knowledge of the relationship of the various Air Force entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations related to M&S processes and systems.
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. 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 the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of joint, Air Force organizations to provide staff guidance and/or conduct studies to determine and enhance M&S during exercises/tests.
- Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques to apply DoD, Joint, and Department of the Air Force M&S principles, concepts, and methodologies.
- Knowledge of DoD C4ISR principles, techniques, and relationships.
- Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations.
- Knowledge of and ability to run specific designated AFMSTT models as required.
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:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER