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Summary
This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for inputting data and learning basic regulations into a highly autonomous senior strategist managing high-visibility international defense portfolios. Through this path, they develop comprehensive mastery in case development, regulatory compliance, international stakeholder negotiation, and complex financial execution within the Department of War.
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Duties
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As a FOREIGN MILITARY SALES ANALYST at the GS-0301-7/9/11/12 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Planning, organizing, and directing activities to ensure Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) process complies with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Establishing policies and procedures for accomplishment of LOA development and processing requirements.
• Completes final phase development of LOA documents from all Implementing Agencies.
• Conducts quality reviews to ensure final product meets all regulatory and policy guidelines.
• Serves as technical/subject matter advisor to management and, as such, must continually assess and adjust throughout its varied phases.
• Works closely with the Department of Defense and Service branches, coordinating SC/SA policy, programs and data systems.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-07, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service:

• Assisting with data entry and tracking of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases in management information systems, such as the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS); performing developmental assignments of a trainee nature to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform FMS case development and processing; and working under close supervision to learn the fundamentals of FMS policies and procedures.

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B. Possess one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement. , or LL.M., if related.
You may qualify at the GS-09, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service:

• Applying basic knowledge of FMS case development and processing to assist in the preparation of Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs); utilizing systems like the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) to track case documentation and run reports; and interpreting and applying regulations and procedures to resolve common and recurring issues in FMS case processing under supervision.

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B. Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
You may qualify at the GS-11, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service:

• Utilizing databases to track programs, contracts, interagency agreements and/or Foreign Military Sales cases (i.e., Defense Security Assistance Management System); analyzing and providing statistics and report to senior analysts for inter-service/interagency coordination approval; and analyzing various requirements for implementation and execution within program, financial or logistics management.

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B. Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related.
You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service:

• Performing quality assurance reviews of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases; analyzing various requirements for implementation and execution of FMS system sales and preparing all Letter of Offer/Acceptance, Amendments and Modifications.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for GS-12
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY GS-07-GS11? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.
All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
GS-07: Possess one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement. , or LL.M., if related.
GS-09:Possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
GS-11: Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related.
Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses.
Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable.
When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. For further information, visit: Foreign Education
Additional information
Incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United States Code, Section 384, and Security Cooperation Certification Program 2.0 requirements. Requirements for Proficiency Level 2 - At least 1 year of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Other Notes:
Re-employed Annuitant: This position does meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d
This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.
You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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