INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is The Chief Information Technology Officer serves as the senior technical advisor to the Directorate of Cyberspace and Technology within the Air Force Reserve Command. Responsibilities Represents Air Force Reserve Command's (AFRC) as the paramount technical authority and the principal advisor to the A6 Director on all matters related to communications and information technology (IT). Serves as the foremost technical expert and advisor on highly complex programs with significant national or international implications, highlighting the strategic and operational depth of the role. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships; the Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), is instrumental in establishing and maintaining pivotal professional relationships, representing the Director across various high-level meetings, conferences, and forums as a distinguished expert and advisor on communications processes, technology, and data. Integrates and implements next generation IT support, delivers AFRC basing and general purpose information technology (IT) and services, and directs the development of mission fit-for-purpose IT integration plans. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the general and specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving which includes mastery of and demonstrated skill in applying IT principles and concepts, including knowledge of emerging IA and cyberspace concepts, practices and tools, necessary to establish national-level policy and guidance applicable to the greater cyberspace community. This technical expertise is essential to enable the incumbent to conduct in-depth and complex analyses of emerging cyberspace concepts and facilitating technologies, and to assess possible effects on the establishment and exploitation of cyberspace capabilities throughout the Department of Defense (DoD); policy planning concepts sufficient to develop guidance and direction for the broader cyberspace community throughout the DoD on emerging concepts and technologies. 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. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Mastery of Communications-Computer and IT Concepts: Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in communications computer and information technology concepts, principles, and techniques essential for formulating strategic policies, plans, requirements, and procedures that drive the organization's IT and cybersecurity initiatives forward. 2. Understanding of DoD and Air Force Structures: Possesses an in-depth understanding of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operations within the Department of Defense and Air Force, crucial for navigating and influencing the systems requirements, acquisition, and programming processes effectively. 3. Mastery of Effective Communication with Senior Leaders: Exhibits a masterful ability to develop and maintain strategic contacts and communicate effectively with senior leaders, stakeholders across the Air Force, DoD, Federal Agencies, industry vendors, professional associations, and contractors, ensuring executive-level interactions are productive and aligned with organizational goals. 4. Mastery Knowledge of Technical Architecture and IT Integration: Has a solid knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies related to technical architecture, IT integration, data integration, and data warehousing, facilitating the seamless interoperability and efficiency of IT systems across the organization. 5. Life Cycle and Emerging Technology Trends Knowledge: Understands the life cycle process for systems and maintains up-to-date knowledge of current and emerging communications-computer systems and information technology trends, ensuring the organization's IT infrastructure is robust, secure, and forward-looking. 6. Financial Planning and POM Process Knowledge: Well-versed in the Financial Plan and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) processes, enabling effective management and advocacy for IT budget and resources, critical for the strategic planning and execution of the organization's IT and cybersecurity initiatives. 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 IF USING 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 here 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 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. 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 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. 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. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.