INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is: Assistant Chief, Analysis and Applications Team and Senior Analyst in the CONR-1 AF / A2 Directorate. As the Air Component to US NORTHCOM (AFNORTH), US SPACECOM (USSPACECOM) and CONUS NORAD Region Command, the senior analyst performs complex intelligence analysis on emerging and existing threats to Homeland Defense in all phases of conflict against US interests. Responsibilities DUTY 1: Serves as the CONR-1AF (AFNORTH) expert intelligence analyst for the AFFOR Commander and Directors on all intelligence matters including intelligence processes, analysis, indications and warning (I&W) of threats to theater, collection and production requirements, and reporting and dissemination. Assesses the adequacy, validity, and significance of information and analysis of subordinates prior to passing to commanders and other CONR-1AF (AFNORTH) leadership and staff. DUTY 2: Plans and directs the production of intelligence analytical products and reports for 1AF/A2A leadership, A2 Directorate leadership, and 1AF/AFFOR leadership and staff. Works closely and coordinates with NORTHCOM/J2, interagency partners, and intelligence community to develop assessments, intelligence summaries, and other analytical products. DUTY 3: Directs the Analysis Division's efforts in support of all CONR-1AF (AFNORTH) planning efforts. Reviews, provides quality control, and approves analytical threat assessments for mission analysis process. DUTY 4: Serves as the AFFOR's senior analyst in support of unit intelligence operations. Maintains program oversight and provides support to all aspects of intelligence analysis and operations to the AFFOR, subordinate Air Defense Sectors and gained operational units, as appropriate. DUTY 5: Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities over a limited staff. Structures assignments and assigns work to subordinates based on priorities and deadlines, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and the capabilities of employees. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. 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. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: Extensive knowledge of the full range of intelligence research and collection methods, techniques, and practices to use multi-source intelligence information systems to capture data in order to make recommendations in developing intelligence capabilities and threat assessments. Knowledge of advance analytical principles, concepts, and methods to produce detail analyses of complex information/situations attained from multiple sources, to include database manipulation. Demonstrated knowledge of the national intelligence community, Joint, DoD structure, organizations and mission/functions, inter-relationships and operations. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. 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 interplay of geographical, political, military, economic, and industrial forces in various regions of the world as well as intelligence methods and resources; maintains a broad knowledge of all-source analysis; knowledge of threat entities, operations, and capabilities that may be directed against USAF, DoD, and other US resources. 2. Knowledge of US intelligence community policies, entities, missions, resources, operations, capabilities, databases, and requirements to perform intelligence analysis, research planning, operations collection, target analysis, and other intelligence collection related activities. 3. Knowledge of the full range of principles and concepts of intelligence collection, analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and dissemination of information. Knowledge of Air Force and command program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of intelligence actions related to actual events. 4. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies, and preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems/issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations at a team level. Skill in communicating complex subject matter to large audiences, including senior-ranking officials, in highly proficient, concise, and formal oral presentations, written reports/correspondence, and verbal communication in-person and via telecommunication. 5. Skill in producing finished intelligence reports and other products that are responsive to the specific needs of customers to include formulating and conducting original research; collating, organizing, and analyzing information; resolving conflicts; and presenting clear and concise findings. Skill in handling and controlling classified data and equipment in accordance with established DOD security and classification guidelines and procedures. 6. Ability to quickly assimilate disparate data and render knowledgeable and accurate assessments of the implications of such data; and to apply facts and estimates derived from numerous sources to a variety of problems having different technical aspects. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a limited staff. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: 1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed 2. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing 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. 3. 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 on temporary duty throughout the world including to remote locations with limited facilities. These temporary duty assignments could range from short duration to 179 days, and longer. 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 incumbent have an unlimited ability to perform such travel. 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 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For additional information on DCIPS, click here Additional Information This position may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.