PROGRAM ANALYST (JAFQ-C)

Summary This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent will be responsible for serving in the Joint Fires Integration Division for the Joint Staff, Deputy Directorate South for Cyber, Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (DDS C5I) of the Joint Staff as a Management and Program Analyst. Responsibilities As a PROGRAM ANALYST (JAFQ-C) at the GS-0343-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as the Joint Advanced Fires Qualification Course (JAFQ-C)manager in the Joint Fires Integration Division (JFID). Develops curriculum and instructs candidates for joint fires integration positions that will support Joint Force Commanders and components. Assesses quality of instruction and ensures graduates meet the performance behavior required to support senior fires cell Works closely with counterparts representing the Military Services, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), Agencies, the Joint Staff, Coalition Partner Nations and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD). Provides support across the United States including exercises, coordination, meetings and operations to include extensive work with US Services, Combatant Commands, and components. Utilizes Tactical Data Link requirements, development and operation; and demonstrated leadership traits to orchestrate successful resolution of issues by teams composed of U.S. and Partner Nation warfighters, trainers, and technical experts. Plans and organizes the study, estimates costs, coordinating with staff and line management and appropriate personnel, conducting all phases of the project, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, military, or private sector : Directing program assessments, projects, actionable events, and C2 milestones in support of Joint Fires capability improvements. Providing guidance, such as problem solving methods or techniques, and advice on work practices and procedures to improve joint operations. Completing program analysis workload and tasks among multi-national working groups, in accordance with established procedures. Monitoring progress of program analysis work and reviewing completed work to ensure accuracy, completeness, appropriateness, and quality. 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. Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Education Additional Information 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 NOT 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/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).