Supervisory IT Specialist

Duties Responsible for direct oversight and guidance of the International C4 Interoperability Engagement Program to include all military-to-military (M2M) engagement in support of the Information Sharing Line of Activity (LOA). Ensure the C4 Information Sharing LOA supplements the Supporting Lines of Effort (SLOE) in the Regional Campaign plans and the EUCOM commander's Strategy for Active Security and Theater Priorities. Ensure all personnel actions are performed in accordance with DoD and USEUCOM policies. Develop HQ USEUCOM papers and reports on all aspects of International C4 Engagement to include M2M and public-private partnering. Negotiate sensitive matters with DoD and US Government agencies to support the International C4 Engagement strategy, goals, and objectives, presenting HQ USEUCOM positions. Provide four international engagement regional desk officers oversight and guidance for 42 countries in Black Sea/Eurasia, the Balkans, Southeast, Central, Western and Nordic Europe and NATO. Requirements Conditions of Employment One year trial/probationary period may be required. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program requirements as outlined in the DoD Instruction 1315.19. Must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights. Visit Mission Essential - In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. This position requires the incumbent to work alternative duty schedules - Rotating Shifts, Extended shifts (12.5 hours) - nights, weekends, and/or holidays, recall for urgent situations and/or working both planned and unscheduled overtime. Drug Test - Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top-Secret security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) for the duration of employment. Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying to OCONUS Positions
Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
Excepted Service Overseas Family Member Appointment
Family Member Preference (FMP) for Overseas Employment
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Directing C4 planning and programs; Providing guidance on long term strategic plans and objectives in the areas of communications, Information Technology, and cyber security operations; Developing recommendations for plans and strategic documents; AND Performing lead and/or supervisory functions, such as developing performance standards, evaluating performance of subordinates, and counseling subordinates on work and administrative matters. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13). In addition, my experience demonstrates each of the four competencies: 1. Attention to Detail- Complete thorough and accurate work independently, even in the most difficult or stressful situations. Occasionally review work completed by others. 2. Customer Service - Resolve routine and non-routine problems, questions, or complaints. Develop and maintain strong, mutually supportive working relationships with customers. Conduct evaluation of support to determine quality of services and customer satisfaction, and recommend procedural changes based on customer need or changes in policy and/or regulation. 3. Oral Communication - Convincingly convey complex information to customers. Present thoughts that are well- organized and demonstrate confidence in the facts and ideas. Adjust style when working with individuals with different levels of understanding; use various methods to explain and convey information. 4. Problem Solving - Solve complex or sensitive problems by developing and proposing strategic alternatives. Identify possible conflicts and shared benefits. Help team anticipate problems and identify and evaluate potential sources of information; provide feedback and coaching to others to help solve problems. Engage appropriate stakeholders when developing solutions in order to understand and incorporate multiple perspectives and needs. Evaluate the effectiveness of decisions and adjust future decisions as appropriate. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and Management
Communications
Information Technology Policy and Planning Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-13). Note: To support the Time in Grade (TIG) requirement you must submit a copy of your latest non-award SF-50/NPA that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis along with your application/resume package. Failure to do so may affect your rating or consideration for employment. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Direct deposit of pay is required. U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area. If an employee brings a child to an overseas location and that child is entitled to attend a DoD school on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, the DoDEA and the Military Department responsible for providing related services will ensure that the child, if eligible for special education, receives a free appropriate public education, including related services pursuant to DoDI 1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12. If an employee brings an infant or toddler (up to 3 years of age) to an overseas location, and that infant or toddler, but for the child's age, is entitled to attend the DoDEA on a space-required basis in accordance with DoDEA Regulation 1342.13, then the Military Department responsible for EIS will provide the infant or toddler with the required EIS in accordance with the eligibility criteria consistent with DoDI 1342.12 and DoDM 1342.12. Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only. Pay retention may be offered to selected applicants for positions at overseas locations. Pay retention will not be offered as an incentive for employees moving between overseas positions. Selectees may receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, home leave, etc. Selectees will have their eligibility for foreign area benefits determined at the time of hire in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and DoDI 1400.25 volume 1250 . For positions in a foreign country, that country's laws or international agreements may have a direct impact on the ability of an employee's same sex domestic partner or spouse to accompany the employee and receive certain benefits. If you believe you may be affected by these laws and agreements . click apply for full job details