Summary
IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is restricted to current Military members of the Air Force, Air Reserve, or Air National Guard willing and eligible to become a member of the Iowa Air National Guard. Please contact a recruiter at (515) 261-8535 to verify military membership eligibility.
LOCATION: 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa
Clarification from the agency
Applicants must be willing and eligible to become a member of the 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa Air National Guard
Duties
As a INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, GS-0132-9/11 your duties are below.
1. Performs mission execution in all section activities to include standards and evaluations, qualification training, scheduling, and tactics, techniques, and procedures. Possesses knowledge of a wide range of Airborne ISR concepts, principles, and practices; and, an in-depth knowledge of specific functional areas of Signals Intelligence to accomplish work processes through the use of related intelligence systems, mission equipment, methods, services, and facilities. Reviews, analyzes, and resolves difficult and highly complex intelligence problems. Develops briefings for mission preparation, including combat planning, weather factors, mission objectives, and other agency coordination to ensure effective mission execution. Makes mission recommendations to operations officer. Develops operations exercises which test the capabilities and proficiency of the crew. Interacts with multiple national and defense organizations during the planning process, including MAJCOM, Joint Commands, and coalition partners. (50%)
2. Must perform duties in one or more of the following sections: a. Weapons and Tactics: (10%) Enables weapon system optimization for intelligence system employment and integration into Combat Air Force operations. Develops and teaches advanced warfighter educational lessons to all squadron personnel. Conducts warfighter education to combat mission ready (CMR) personnel. Works closely with the operations training section to expand the recurring training program (classroom and scenario) to increase the crew baseline knowledge. Provides supporting/background information on which to build lesson outlines. Develops and administers weapons and tactics knowledge examinations to unit crewmembers. Collaborates in the development and execution of deployments and exercises involving ISR capabilities. Reviews and facilitates new system employment techniques, and trains unit personnel on new tactics and procedures. Develops new tactics on ISR operations methods, and enhancement training of deployed operations. Enhances next-generation intelligence systems subject-matter expertise and operational mission readiness and utilizes test activities to enhance fielding of future intelligence systems.Assists in developmental and operational testing and trial period procedures. Leads efforts to develop and maintain a unit tactics manual to include approved unit tactics, Tactic Improvement Proposals (TIP) awaiting submission, and tactics awaiting approval. Collaborates and researches in the development of new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for the assigned weapon system. Recommends changes for implementation to the Air Force Doctrine Document (AFDD 3-1) and guidance for intelligence operations. Identifies deficiencies in squadron employment plans and implements corrective action to ensure unit mission readiness. Monitors squadron and higher-level programs to develop new methods to satisfy unit training requirements; and liaises with multiple higher headquarters (HHQ) to provide latest material available on weapons, tactics, and associated intelligence systems and their use in ISR units. b. Operations Training: (15%) Ensures combat readiness and proficiency of Airborne ISR operators. Executes the training program for all unit operators including system capabilities, tactics, and employment considerations. Executes a detailed training plan to create certified operators capable of deploying and providing desired ISR capability to combatant commanders. Plans, organizes, and instructs academic and hands-on training pertaining to the use of intelligence systems; provides advice on the proper weapons and tactics to enhance execution of the ISR mission. Supervises and executes policy, instructions, and procedures governing the overall management of the training program. May be required to maintain certification and demonstrate proficiency as an instructor. Plans and presents material in accordance with lesson plans. Updates course materials to include study guides, visual aids, simulation scenarios, written tests, training aids, and course outlines. Collaborate and comply with MAJCOM guidance to ensure standardized, compliant instruction is delivered to operators in initial and/or continuation training programs. c. Standardization/Evaluation: (15%) Evaluates unit compliance with gaining major command standards and directives. Participates in staff assistance visits (SAVs) and management/compliance inspections. Conducts SAVs to functional and operational areas within the squadron, and upon request, at other units.
Performs other duties as assigned. D2395
Conditions of Employment
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 05/11/2024 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment.
Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
Military Rank Requirements: ENLISTED (E-3 to E-6)
1. Must maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance level which is based on the position security access requirement.
2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
*4. 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.
5. This position requires the incumbent to occasionally travel away from the normal duty station. The incumbent must be willing and able to travel on military and commercial aircraft.
6. Incumbent is required to maintain qualifications and/or certifications of position assigned.
7. This position requires military membership, compatible unit and Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) assignments, to include medical requirements of the position.
Qualifications
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 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.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-0132-9/11: Must have at least 1 year at the next lower level experience in the following :
GS-09:
- Experience, education or training performing functions involving various intelligence systems and organizations.
- Experience reviewing and analyzing data including technical reports, surveys, and studies.
- Experience preparing and conducting training plans and programs, both formal and on-the-job.
GS-11:
- 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.
Education
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements.
To receive credit for Education, you must provide college transcripts to support your Educational claims.
Benefits
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:
GS-09
- The incumbent is required to possess a good knowledge of the basic technical or operations aspects of basic subject-matter assignments, a familiarity with intelligence techniques and sources, and an understanding of current organization policies and attitudes.
GS-11
- At the GS-11 level, the employee is required to possess a thorough knowledge of a variety of intelligence specialty areas along with a comprehensive working knowledge of intelligence support operations, procedures, and practices.
- The GS-11 level intelligence operations specialist must also maintain a complete knowledge of collection and dissemination techniques and sources as well as the ability to produce instructions and manuals with a minimum of direction.
- To ensure a successful mission, the incumbent of this position is required to maintain a thorough knowledge of all aspects of his/her intelligence specialty area.
- The incumbent independently evaluates and interprets raw intelligence data and prepares reports based on the analysis of patterns, trends, and characteristics.
- This matches the GS-11 level as described in the standard where the specialist analyzes and evaluates raw data in his/her functional area in order to produce finished intelligence reports under general supervision.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
- Declaration for Federal Employment Form 306
- Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable): Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD 214, SF-50, ect.
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.
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.
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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.
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