Community Programs Specialist

Job 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 to serve as Special Operations Command North (SOCNORTH) Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program specialist.

Major duties

Serves as the primary advisor to the Commander as the Preservation of the Force and Family Program manager. Fosters resilience of assigned personnel and family through management of SOCNORTH POTFF programs and initiatives. Serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR), maintains and develops communication and coordination among the POTFF-assigned contractors providing varied services, the SOCNORTH contracting officer, and all government personnel assigned to monitor contract performance. Serves as the SOCNORTH Readiness Coordinator for the Family Readiness Group.

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. 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 knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, guidance and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources in the areas of Preservation of the Force and Family program and Family Readiness. Knowledge of major issues, agency program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the installation. 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. 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 USSOCOM policy of Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) 2. Knowledge of assigned POTFF programs, develop new concepts, and plans to support SOCNORTH Force and family. 3. Skills in written and verbal communication, to effectively communicate with senior- level leadership within the command and other organizational leaders. 4. Skills in organization and multi-facet management acumen in overseeing a multitude of activities and personnel for program success. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and carry out projects for the effective execution of POTFF programs. 6. Ability to liaison with other organizations outside DoD for mutual benefit in support of the command POTFF program. 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.