Duties

As an INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-0132-11, this position is located in the J2, Intelligence and security function of the Joint Forces Headquarters-State (JFHQ-ST). The primary purpose of the position is to perform specialized duties and to train assigned military unit members in the duties and functions associated with operational intelligence. Provides detailed intelligence analysis for mission planning and execution, training exercises, briefings and debriefings for the state Joint Senior staff, subordinate units and members. Serves as a subject matter expert for intelligence systems, order of battle maintenance, mission planning, threat analysis, and Geo-spatial Intelligence and Systems (GI&S) support. In addition, the incumbent performs complex intelligence analysis of economic, geographic, political, military topics and threats that could impact the JFHQ-ST mission success. This position requires a comprehensive working knowledge of intelligence support operations, procedures, and practices.

(1) Assists the Senior Intelligence Officer in assuring the Intelligence function maintains a capability to provide timely and accurate operational intelligence support and fully trained intelligence personnel during peacetime and contingency operations. Conducts coordination and liaison with counterparts and colleagues in other major command intelligence organizations to include the National Guard Bureau (NGB), United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), National Security Agency (NSA), U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM), U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and other agencies as required. Incumbent represents the organization at interagency conferences and meetings that deal with specialty functions and internal training requirements at the unit level.

(2) Performs assigned operational intelligence collection, fusion and analysis, and, based on thorough understanding of the significance of conditions and trends, develops and projects data and draws meaningful conclusions and clear estimates based on current and past intelligence situations. Briefs the findings and estimates of these special assignments to superiors, planners, and policy makers. Provides detailed threat analysis for mission planning and execution and unit deployments.

(3) Incumbent is recognized as a subject matter expert on order of battle and threat weapons systems. Builds and maintains threat databases for future reference. Creates and updates the section's classified and unclassified intelligence reference libraries.

(4) Incumbent serves as the Geospatial (mapping) manager for the J2. In addition to building and maintaining a map database and inventory, the incumbent is the subject matter expert on various mapping software programs to include Arcview and Falconview.

(5) Incumbent directs or assists in the direction of the security functions within the J2 section and oversees unit security inspections, security briefings and other security operations.

(6) Incumbent directs or assists in the direction of antiterrorism/force protection planning and execution and provides antiterrorism and/or force protection (AT/FP) Level-One Training to subordinate units. Ensures Force Protection intelligence is analyzed, briefed and debriefed in a manner that maximizes situational awareness of all force protection threats.

(7) Incumbent is recognized as an organizational expert within functional assignment. Incumbent is empowered to commit J2 section intelligence resources to missions and special exercises, including coordination with ARNG, ANG, NGB and other Military Service Branches as well as Non-DoD Agencies or other governmental operating activities.

(8) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

National Guard Membership is required.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
U.S. citizenship is required.
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The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. May be required to work on a shift schedule on short notice.
Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have a Top-Secret security clearance prior to be considered for this position. Applicants outside of the Oregon National Guard must submit documentation showing current security clearance.
May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft.
Compatible Military Army MOS Assignments: 35 series. Applicants outside of the Oregon National Guard must submit document showing award of MOS such as a tech school certificate, Data Brief, and/or DD214.
Compatible Military Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) Assignments: 1NXXX, 14NX. Applicants outside of the Oregon National Guard must submit document showing award of AFSC such as a tech school certificate, Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214.
Military Grades: Enlisted minimum E-6; Warrant Officer minimum CW2; Officer O1 - O3. Applicants outside the Oregon National Guard must submit document showing current (or previously held) military grade such as a Data Brief and/or DD-214.
May convert from indefinite to permanent status without further competition.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration:
Area 1 - Current permanent or indefinite Title 32 Technicians of the Oregon Air or Army National Guard.
Area 2 - Current permanent or indefinite Title 5 Employees of the Oregon Air or Army National Guard.
A rea 3 - Current service members in the Oregon Air or Army National Guard.
Area 4 - Individuals in the Active Duty Air Force/Army, Air Force/Army Reserve or Air/Army National Guard
Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon Air or Army National Guard.

GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work involves the collection, analysis, development, protection and dissemination of intelligence information which directly or indirectly affects the national security. Experience, education, or training which demonstrates administrative, professional, investigative, or technical work requiring the ability to deal effectively with others, to collect, evaluate and organize pertinent facts. Experience preparing clear and concise written reports.

Experience, education or training developing and recommending policy, organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of intelligence operations. Experience in administrative, investigative, or technical work which required the applicant to deal effectively with others. Experience collecting, evaluating and organizing pertinent facts and to analyze and prepare clear and concise reports.

To Qualify for this Position, You Must Have:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-0132-09) in duties that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.

OR

B. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

OR

C. A combination of Experience as described in "A" above and Education as described in "B" above.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

Applicants who have the one year of specialized experience are not required to have education above the high school level.

If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

Additional information

The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions:
Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO)

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are:

1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position.

2. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.

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Required Documents

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In order to qualify for this position you must submit the following:
Detailed resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary.
Applicants outside of the Oregon National Guard must submit documentation showing current (or previously held) military grade, AFSC/MOS, and current security clearance.

The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation:

Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, License, OF-306, Police Background Check - DD369, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript

RESUME REMINDER - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Duties (be as detailed as possible), Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2021), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week), and Series and Grade (applicable for all Federal positions you have held). Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process .

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Angela Lewis

Phone

971-355-3304

Fax

(503) 581-4164

Email

angela.j.lewis27.civ@army.mil

Address

OR JFHQ
1776 Militia Way SE
Salem, OR 97301
US

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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Mr. Edward D. Chitwood
Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3303 DSN 355-3303 edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil

Mrs. Angela J. Lewis
Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3304 DSN 355-3304 angela.j.lewis27.civ@army.mil

Mrs. Emma Prosser
Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3308 DSN 355-3308 emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil

Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
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New employee probationary period
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Required Documents

In order to qualify for this position you must submit the following: Detailed resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed. Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary. Applicants outside of the Oregon National Guard must submit documentation showing current (or previously held) military grade, AFSC/MOS, and current security clearance. The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation:

Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, License, OF-306, Police Background Check - DD369, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript

RESUME REMINDER - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Duties (be as detailed as possible), Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2021), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week), and Series and Grade (applicable for all Federal positions you have held). Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.