INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST Job in Hurlburt Field, FL

Vacancy No. 8J-DCIPS-12769172-921107-SC Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $105,383.00 to $137,000.00 Grade 13 to 13
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 7/23/2025 Close Date 8/5/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Hurlburt Field, FL


Summary

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Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties.



Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) to accomplish Senior Intelligence Officer functions in support of programs essential to AFRC daily operations, training, & readiness missions. Work performed includes providing planning, direction, organizing and control over activities and personnel assigned to the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance section within Det 1, 926 OG. Also, trains reservists.

DUTY 1:
Directs the operational activities of the Det 1, 926 OG intelligence section. Develops goals and objectives that integrate Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) objectives.

DUTY 2:
Organizes, plans, and oversees the activities of the intelligence section. Maintains oversight and authority for tasking of Air Force Reserve forces conducting / supporting multi-disciplined ISR operations in support of U. S. Air Force, DoD, and National level Agencies in the areas of formal training, theater and area of operations exercise scenario development and mentorship and positional training for ISR operational planners at the Air Force Forces (AFFOR) Staff and Air and Space Operations Centers (AOC) worldwide.

DUTY 3:
Plans, directs, coordinates, reviews and evaluates non-kinetic operations annual service level and DoD/JCS level exercises and events supporting JFACC and AOC training. Manages, oversees, and integrates intelligence functions to provide non-kinetic and situational awareness necessary to successfully plan and conduct exercise operations and training in support of the commanders and other customers within the assigned areas of responsibility.

DUTY 4:
Manages training and readiness for the ISR section. Develops career field training goals and objectives in accordance with HAFs AFRCs ACCs DoDs and Director of National Intelligence guidelines.

DUTY 5:
Represents Det 1, 926 OG with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Represents the unit regarding intelligence program policies, procedures, and issues.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Must be a current member of the AF Reserves or willing/qualified to join
  • 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/
  • Total salary varies depending on location of position
  • This position is subject to provision of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Must sign a mobility agreement
  • Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
  • Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • The incumbent must be eligible for Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Access
  • This position has been identified as a drug testing designated position. The incumbent of this position may be selected for random drug testing and be subject to reasonable suspicion testing and safety mishap or accident testing
  • Incumbent may be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments
  • Incumbent must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to permit full participation in unit training assemblies
  • This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. Incumbent’s regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities
  • Individual may be required to work uncommon tours on short notice

Qualifications

THIS IS AN AIR RESERVE TECHNICIAN OFFICER POSITION
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Officer position located at 926 OPERATIONS GP with the military rank of Major (O-4), AFSC:014N3. For questions concerning military eligibility please contact the Air Force Reserve Qualification Center at 1-800-257-1212.

This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

To qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements describes in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Applicant must possess quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of creditable experience include knowledge (as would be acquired through a pertinent baccalaureate educational program or equivalent in work experience) of the principles, concepts, and methodology of the intelligence career field such that it permits independent performance of recurring assignments that are somewhat complex; a practical knowledge of a wide range of analytical principles, concepts, and practices relevant to the intelligence career field either gained relevant graduate study and/or equivalent work experience; knowledge of military structure, political affairs and history regarding assigned area when analyzing intelligence data. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

AND

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. Extensive knowledge of Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) operational and intelligence practices/ procedures. Specific AOC intelligence methodologies, techniques and strategies include but are not limited to the Air Tasking Cycle, the Joint Air Operations Plan (JAOP), development and refinement of the Air Operations Directive (AOD), proper execution of the Air Tasking Order (ATO), production of the Joint Integrated Prioritized Collection List (JIPCL)/the Joint Integrated Prioritized Target List (JIPTL), knowledge of the Airspace Control Order (ACO), adherence to any Special Instructions (SPINS), understanding of the Area Air Defense Plan (AADP) and the Airspace Control Plan (ACP). Basic knowledge of force protection; classified materials handling; Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace (IPB) and Predictive Battlespace Awareness (PBA) analysis; mobility/deployment preparations, requirements and materials such as Combat Mission folders; Intelligence Community (IC), Air Force intelligence, AFRC intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance ( ISR) computer systems/software; command, control and communications protection; intelligence data collection, validation and production procedures; and project management techniques.

2. Broad knowledge of military structure, political affairs and history regarding assigned area of responsibility when analyzing intelligence data. Extensive knowledge of regional affairs issues, political/military situation, religious functions, monetary conditions, trade routes and natural resource concerns. Knowledge of and the ability to develop and maintain intelligence career field training programs for the intelligence division within the Air and Space Operations Center. Specific training includes: Analysis, Correlation, and Fusion; Targets/Tactical Assessment; Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Operations; Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (PED) Management; Strategy, Combat Plans and Combat Operations Liaison programs. Provide assistance in improving, editing, and authoring training material required to support the AOC Weapons System Initial Qualification Training (IQT) and Mission Qualification Training (MQT). Review current and future training and exercise plans, relevant Air Force Instructions (AFIs), and joint publications with the purpose of making recommendations on improving them as well as incorporating them into unit training programs. Provide trainer/instructor support for the In-Unit Initial Qualification Training (IUIQT) and MQT programs at multiple AOCs. The training classes are designed to support AOC personnel achieving Combat Mission Ready (CMR) certification. Training includes Active Duty, permanently assigned civilian personnel, National Guard and Reserve personnel supporting the AOC Weapon System, and military, civilian or contract personnel deploying for operational assignment to an AOC.

3. Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of real or potential security threats to or problems for program operations. Understands the production of the Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition (RSTA) Annex to the Air Tasking Order (ATO), the ISR Sync Matrix that matches intelligence aircraft against commanders requirements, knows how to create Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPOE) Products, develops the Air Component Target Nomination List (TNL), compiles Graphic Intelligence Summaries (GRINTSUMs) and evaluates Battle Damage and ISR Assessments. Provides system performance assessments in support of positional verification and validation processes for advancing the AOC weapons systems and future upgrades. Provides feedback on AOC processes and functions in the operations, plans, strategy, and ISR divisions when requested by internal AOC leadership and external leaders.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:
1. Position requires access to firearms. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence may not occupy this position in accordance with the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968, as amended 30 Sep 96. Employee must sign DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition

2. This position is obligated to the former incumbent and has return rights to this position under 10 U.S.C. 1586. Upon the employee's return you are subject to being displaced from this obligated position. Every effort will be made to find an equivalent position for you at the same grade for which you qualify within the commuting area without loss of seniority, status, or tenure.

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.

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.

Education

CONTINUATION OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs) NOT RELATED TO EDUCATION:

4. Ability to plan detailed and complex studies, anticipate and solve problems, and to collect, organize, and interrelate large amounts of diversely formatted data drawn from a wide variety of sources. The Mission Planning Cell creates a number of detailed mission products with a variety of operational and intelligence information to execute combat missions in support of the Joint Forces Air Component Commander (JFACC) initiatives.

5. Assigned Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) weapons system personnel, along with training and support staff must have the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with individuals and groups within the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance division (ISRD), the Strategy Division (SRD), Combat Plans Division (CPD), Combat Operations Division (COD), Air Mobility Division (AMD) as well as joint members supporting the AOC. Works in coordination with the 505th Training Sq, the 705th Training Sq, the 505th Combat Training Sq, and the 505th Communications Sq, to assess training program requirements for positions within the Combat Operations, Combat Plans, Strategy, and Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) divisions in support of operations and exercises at multiple AOCs.

6. Ability to critically evaluate credible sources of information and confirm that facts are true, accurate, reputable and valid. Must have excellent time-management, work prioritization skills in order to properly vet information sources for accuracy and scientific data to highlight key information disseminated to commanders. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, under both normal and high stress conditions associated with dynamic and emergency situations. Provide support to Flag Level AOC directed exercises. This support includes the following responsibilities AOC refresher training, subject matter expertise to AOC specific c Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), assistance with scenario development, and provide feedback to seat position performance during the exercises. Must be a clear, concise and effective briefer to Flag and field grade joint leaders.

Additional information

Salary ranges includes local market supplements.

Position may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS.

Applicant must be commissioned or commissionable as an ART Officer in the Air Force Reserve. Air Reserve Technicians are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, Air Reserve Technicians are required to maintain their active membership in the Air Force Reserve unit where assigned. As members of Reserve units, Air Reserve Technicians receive on average one weekend of military training per month. In addition, they are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.

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. NOTE: Current federal civilian employees may apply for this position and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

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.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

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.

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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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Required Documents

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: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.
  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).

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.

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/05/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12769172

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package.

For additional information on DCIPS, click here

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
IC - Air Force DCIPS
550 C Street W
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

Next steps

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