JOINT EXERCISE SPECIALIST

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The primary purpose of this position is: To oversees all facets of joint operations while serving as a Commander, Air Combat Command's (COMACC) Operations Officer, and Joint Staff Operations in all Headquarter Air Force level Air Component Training Exercises (ACTE) with geographic/functional combatant command (GCC/FCC), joint, coalition and/or allied headquarters exercises to train C-MAJCOM/C-NAF Headquarters in their Air Component readiness requirements. Serves as a joint and USAF expert on techniques, tactics, joint procedures/operations, and command and control (C2) interfacing with external organizations' senior most leaders in understanding, analysis, and solutions to complex Joint All-Domain C2 (JADC2) issues.

Duties

• Directs the execution of all operations in support of Geographic Combatant Command (GCC), joint, coalition and/or allied exercises as well as the BLUE FLAG Exercise Program. Commander, Air Combat Command's (COMACC) Operations representative for the Air Component Training Exercises (ACTE), as well as GCC, joint, coalition and/or allied exercises
• Manages the execution of the GCC Morning Update Breif (MUB), Joint Targeting Working Group (JTWG), and Joint Targeting Coordination Board (JTCB).
• Represents 505 CTS/DOX with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, reviews, and evaluates plans and operations of 20 or more annual service level and DoD/JCS level exercises and events supporting GCC and Air Component training.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a top-secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• The position may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evening, weekend, holidays and/or overtime and in some cases with no-notice due to urgency of time sensitive matters.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Duty descriptions cover the rang of Joint Staff roles and responsibilities as a Joint Exercise Specialist. Specific duties will align with Joint Staff organization (J2, J3, J5, J6, etc.)
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.

Qualifications

Conditions of employment (cont'd).:

• Travel by regularly scheduled commercial or military conveyance in accordance with Joint Travel regulations may be required in performance of temporary duty. Incumbent will occasionally be required temporary duty throughout the world including remote locations with limited facilities. These temporary duty assignments could range from short durations to 30 days, and longer, but are typically less than 30 days. While every effort will be made to schedule these assignments well in advance of the travel, travel may be required with extremely limited notice. It is imperative that the incumbent have an unlimited availability to perform such travel.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing position Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program, Series 0301 .

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery knowledge sufficient to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to the effectiveness and efficiency of program operations and development and/or improvement of exercises and programs in support of personnel/unit readiness for the conduct of major military operations; Extensive knowledge of exercise and training principles, concepts, directives, practices, analytical methods and techniques, and seasoned consultative skill sufficient to resolve internal problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods. Thorough knowledge of SECDEF/CJCS/JS to GCC/FCC interactions, directives, and adjudication processes as well as GCC, functional and service components' requirements to coordinate with Department of State (DOS) and other government agencies for whole of government solution; Knowledge of current and emerging joint force operational doctrine, joint command and control, and J-3 joint staff officer procedures and practices; different service operations capabilities, military command structures, missions, programs, and organizational relationships; exercise joint operational program goals and objectives; and sequencing and timing of key operational events and milestones; and ability recommendations to improve execution of operational capabilities, forces and assets in the joint multi-domain environment.

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): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of the comprehensive range of joint operations/doctrine, joint targeting processes as well as the Joint Force

Commander's / Joint Force Air Component Commander's (JFC/JFACC) Decision Cycle and battle rhythm.

2. Knowledge of SECDEF/CJCS/JS to GCC/FCC interactions, directives, and adjudication processes as well as GCC, functional and service component processes to coordinate with Department of State (DOS) and other government agencies for whole of government solutions.

3. Knowledge of advanced dissemination principles, concepts, and methods to disburse the most complex information/situations

attained from multiple sources.

4. Knowledge of the Department of Defense's Joint Publications, the Joint Planning Process and associated Boards, Bureaus, Centers, Cells and Working Groups (B2C2WGs); and ability to chair/coordinate B2C2WGs.

5. Knowledge of security practices for ensuring the safeguarding of classified information; safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

6. Skill and 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

120-Day Register: 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.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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