Telecommunications Specialist

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Major Command's senior radio, telecommunications, datalink, mission, and other networking systems specialist. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0391, Telecommunications Series. EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-12) or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrate knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology; as well as establishing command-level telecommunications and networking architectures, systems, and policies by applying communication concepts, methods, services, and operational facilities; formulating unique telecommunications and network IT strategies, standards, and technical approaches through the application of modern networking principles and practices; and resolving complex systems compatibility and integration challenges across major weapon systems and enterprise programs through technical review, analysis, and problem resolution. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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): In-depth knowledge and advanced skill in the design and configuration of complex radio, telecommunications, datalink, mission, and other networking systems. This includes operational understanding of telecommunications and networking theories, concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, and standards; and knowledge of global high frequency and satellite communications for both voice and data. Knowledge in advanced electronics theory and operating principles. Knowledge and skills in performing technical assessments, associated methods and techniques in telecommunications and network architecture design and acquisition activities. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structure, and operation of the DoD, Air Force, USSOCOM, and organizations that govern, interface with, and/or influence systems acquisition, development, and/or sustainment; and knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles, financial systems, and restrictions on expenditure of funds. Ability to research patterns to develop new methods, criteria, and propose new policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to identify, direct, or coordinate actions required in providing needed service. Ability to analyze a variety of unique and complex global telecommunications, datalink, and networking systems, conditions, problems, requirements, and conditions. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr