Telecommunications Specialist- Direct Hire Authority Jobs

Telecommunication Specialist

Duties

• Implements telecommunication programs and special projects.
• Serves as technical advisor.
• Plans and develops methods, procedures, policies, and techniques concerning telecommunication systems.
• Develops statements of work for telecommunications projects.
• Prepares budget, technical reports, staff studies, and briefings.
• Provide customer assistance and/or training for assigned telecommunication systems.

Requirements Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage and Fact Sheet
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft.
• Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Employee is required to meet and maintain all training requirements, per guidance related to these work roles; Cybersecurity Cat and Spec 1: 802 - IT Project Manager / Cyber - DCWF proficiency 1: Basic

Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Telecommunications Series 0391 Series. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics, public utilities, statistics, computer science, telecommunications management, information systems management, business administration, industrial management, or other fields related to the position to be filled. Other Education: Communications/electronics or automatic data processing training in technical institutes or business schools above the high school level or in Armed Forces schools that included advanced instruction in addition to basic courses, may be substituted for general experience on a month-for-month basis. OR GENERALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-01, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in other pay systems and at a level close to the work of this position that has given me the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. This experience will provide a basic knowledge of telecommunications functions, problems, and/or solutions and also experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR Combination of experience and education that provides me with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of a Telecommunication Specialist. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Ideal Candidate: Strategic Information Technology - Project Manager with deep technical expertise in telecommunications systems and network interoperability. Highly capable of driving complex projects forward by utilizing Cyberspace Infrastructure Planning System and managing contracts, cost analyses, and budgets, while continuously evaluating new technical proposals and approaches. 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 a wide range of telecommunications theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements.
• Knowledge of operational and performance characteristics of telecommunications equipments, systems, services, and transmission media to develop procedures/policies/practices for local use; and evaluate devises, proposals, and approaches.
• Knowledge of associated methods and techniques such as contracting procedures/legal requirements, cost analyses, and budgets.
• Knowledge of basic electronics theory and operating principles, the application of existing and planned technology to communications requirements, and equipment interoperability and compatibility.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to identify, direct, or coordinate actions required in providing needed service.
• Ability to analyze/apply specialized communication methods and analytical techniques involving telecommunication systems (e.g., systems compatibility, circuits, switches, distribution, satellite linkages, and networking).

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 ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-5 to GS-11. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.