Supervisory Program Analyst

Job summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chief, Requirements Division in the Directorate of J8 at a major command (COCOM) with responsibility for directing the activities of the Division. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Major duties

As Division Chief, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Division. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Directs and/or leads broad capability reviews and major capability requirements (solution and divestitures) that affect all Commander, USSOCOM missions and combat readiness of the Special Operations Components and Sub-Unified Commands to find, fix, and finish. Prepares fact sheets, position papers and top-level briefing as recommendation for requirements validation, integration and divestiture with extant of Special Operations, Military Information Support Operations and Civil Affairs capabilities.

Qualification

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, 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) policies, directives, and procedures. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of USSOCOM and subordinate/component organizations to provide command level staff guidance and/or conduct studies to determine Special Operations requirements needs. Knowledge of requirements and acquisition management principles (to include JCIDS) and techniques as they relate to requirements oversight, review, approval, and command-level funding. 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-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 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: Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) policies, directives, and procedures. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of USSOCOM and subordinate/component organizations to provide command level staff guidance and/or conduct studies to determine Special Operations requirements needs. Knowledge of requirements and acquisition management principles (to include JCIDS) and techniques as they relate to requirements oversight, review, approval, and command-level funding. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.