Supervisory Program Analyst

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor in the Joint Special Operations University, College of Special Operations providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory incumbents and all internal processes and programs of record assigned to the Joint Special Operations University (JSOU). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes directing the activities of assigned personnel and reviewing current joint special operations issues; synthesizing and simplifying complicated information. Conducting complex scholarly (non-scientific) research studies and analyses and evaluating divergent professional opinions affecting significant national security and joint operations doctrine, strategy, and concepts of operations. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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): Knowledge of current National Security and Defense Department Policy in order to nest JSOU courses and other support to the SOF Enterprise within these priorities. Knowledge of the history of Special Operations Forces, illustrative military operations, organizational structures, management, strategic planning, command and control mechanisms, Multi-National Special Operations Forces and the capabilities/application of Special Operations Forces across the spectrum of conflict. Knowledge at the expert level in one or more of the following subject matter areas: Joint SOF Doctrine/SOF C2 structure, SOF Air Operations, SOF Maritime Operations, Unconventional Warfare, Counterterrorism, Psychological Operations (PSYOP), Civil Affairs Operations, Foreign Internal Defense, Counter insurgency, Multi-National Special Operations, Irregular Warfare, and Interagency Activities and Interoperability. Knowledge of the learning theory of instruction and skilled in the development and delivery of Special Operations educational and instructional work. Knowledge of using a variety of education techniques and methods to a geographically dispersed audience with varying educational backgrounds in an effective and efficient manner. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the analysis of Special Operations Forces (SOF) issues as pertain to Joint Special Operations doctrine, strategy, concepts of operations, and other complex issues. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employee in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (B) if requested, to submit to urinalysis testing. The incumbent must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is a TDP. #J-18808-Ljbffr Air Force Elements, U.S. Special Operations Command