The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Specialist in the Ballistic Missile Defense division of USNORTHCOM J3. As an IAMD Specialist, employee will assist in the planning and execution of the integrated air, cruise and theater range ballistic missile defense of the USNORTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR). The IAMD Branch is the principle advisor to the USNORTHCOM Director of Operations on current capabilities and overlapping operations to defend the Homeland and US national interests within the AOR as it relates to Integrated Air and Missile Defense. Responsible for providing the necessary input from an operations perspective into the IAMD Capabilities Based Assessment (CBA). Interfaces with DoD, Joint Staff, unified commands, service staff'>, and components for development and resolution of integrated air and missile defense operational issues such as policy, doctrine, and concept of operations. The employee will work as an IAMD Specialist and Action Officer, assisting in the planning and execution of the integrated air, cruise and theater range ballistic missile defense of the USNORTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).

• Plans, Develops, and Executes Integrated Air and Missile Defense capabilities across a wide spectrum of National and Defense Depa1iment level documents to include strategic planning guidance, Operational and Concept Plans(OPLAN & CONPLAN), Programming, Planning, and Budget Execution (PPBE), Joint Strategic Capabilities Planning, Unified Command Plan, and Integrated Priority Lists to ensure the Homeland is adequately defended against short-, medium-, and long-range ballistic missile threats.
• Certifies and maintains qualification as a Missile Defense Officer (MOO) in the NORAD-USNORTHCOM Command Center (N2C2), Alternate Command Center (ACC), and USNORTHCOM's higher strategic contingency mission to lead the operation of the nation's Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMO) system.
• Represents USNORTHCOM J3 and USNORTHCOM J31 at meetings, conferences, symposia and site visits related to assigned duties and the integration of air and missile defense for Homeland Defense.
• Represents USNORTHCOM J3, USNORTHCOM J31, and USNORTHCOM J31 Integrated Air and Missile Defense Branch in exercise planning conferences and associated exercise venues.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• This position has been designated as Special Sensitive. The employee is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmental Information clearance as a condition of employment.
• Employee will be required to travel by military or commercial air or overland to conferences, meetings, duty and other functions away from the primary duty site.
• The employee may be required to work non-traditional duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays and is subject to short or no-notice recall to duty for contingency or emergency operations or exercises.
• Masters degree and JPME accomplishment is desired.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment:

• This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing. Illegal drug use by employees' insensitive position presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
• This is a KEY position IAW 32 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DoD Directive 1200.7. A Key Position isa Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment. The employee must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve while assigned to this position.
• IAW DoDI 3020-42 the position has been locally or command designated as Mission Essential (ME)performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF), which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
• YA002 = Eligible for situational telework only, including Ad hoc, Emergency, or OPM prescribed" Unscheduled" Telework. This eligibility is separate and distinct from the employee's eligibility. A civilian employee's telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee's request.
• May be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercises and Real-World events. Battle Roster functions may include but are not limited to the Joint Operations Center (JOC), Future Operations Center (FOC),Future Plans Center (FPC), Joint Logistics Operations Center (JLOC), N&NC Deployment and Distribution Operations Center (NDDOC), Joint Intelligence Operations Center-North (JIOC-N), Joint Cyber Center (JCC), and other tasks as assigned. These duties may require additional duty hours and/or a physical/medical assessment to deploy to alternate duty locations (non-combat) or in place.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialize experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program, Series 0301.

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 US air, cruise and theater ballistic missile defense capabilities. Knowledge of Joint operational doctrine, the relationships between various combatant command missions and organizations, and the relationship to National policy and strategy. Knowledge of Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for the integrated air, cruise and theater ballistic missile defense within the Homeland ( examples: Operation NOBLE EAGLE EXORD and the National Capital Region Integrated Air Defense System, Deployable Integrated Air Defense Systems, etc). Knowledge of the Joint Operational Planning and Execution System (JOPES) and traditional military decision-making process. Knowledge of the Department of Defense, Joint Staff and Services vision, strategic planning documents and planning processes.

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. 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:

1. Knowledge of US air, cruise and theater ballistic missile defense capabilities.
2. Knowledge of Joint operational doctrine, the relationships between various combatant command missions and organizations, and the relationship to National policy and strategy.
3. Knowledge of Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for the integrated air, cruise and theater ballistic missile defense within the Homeland (examples: Operation NOBLE EAGLE EXORD, the National Capital Region Integrated Air Defense System, Deployable Integrated Air Defense Systems, etc).
4. Knowledge of the Joint Operational Planning and Execution System (JOPES) and the traditional military decision-making process. Knowledge of the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, and Services vision, strategic planning documents and planning processes. Knowledge of military command and control processes and the role of the NORAD USNORTHCOM Command Center.
5. Ability and Skill in preparing and presenting oral and written communications. Ability to gather, assemble and analyze facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, recommend solutions and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for senior USNORTHCOM leadership use and decision making.
6. Skill in adapting to a quickly changi11g crisis and the ability to concisely communicate the changes to senior leadership.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
4. Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD-Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD-Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15.
5. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
6. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
  Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

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