Summary
PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD
AIR TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
COLA: 2.63%
Duty Location: 156th Combat Communication Squadron (CBCS/CC), Muniz ANGB, Carolina, PR
Duties
- This position requires military membership in the Puerto Rico Air National Guard (PRANG).
- Selected applicant(s) will be required to complete an online Onboarding process.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Possess or be able to acquire a TOP SECRET security clearance with in 1 year of the appointment.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Continued employment in this position is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the mandatory training specifically identified for the position.
- Continued employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination and periodic medical evaluation thereafter.
- Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
- Excepted Civil Service Technicians are required to maintain a AFSC and military grade that is determined by the NGB to be compatible with the assigned technician position.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the Government Travel Credit Card (GTC) as a condition of employment.
- Must possess a valid PR State driver’s license to operate government motor vehicle in accordance with Service specific Vehicle Operations Directives.
- THIS POSITION CONDUCTS INFORMATION ASSURANCE FUNCTIONS. THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM AND WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN IAM LEVEL II CERTIFICATION WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF THE APPOINTMENT.
- 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.
Qualifications
AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
HRO MUST process and clear the Department of Defense (DoD), Priority Placement Program (PPP), prior to advertising all internal and external job vacancies and promotion announcements.
Area 1 = All permanent Technician Officers members employee's (NG T32/NG T5) within the Puerto Rico Air National Guard.
Area 2 = All indefinite Technician Officers members employee's (NG T32/NG T5) within the Puerto Rico Air National Guard.
First round consideration will be given to Area 1 Candidates. (All other Areas will be screened only in the event that there are no qualified or recommended Candidates).
To prevent a grade inversion, military rank allowed for this position will be determined at the final evaluation of the vacancy announcement considering the military rank of the supervisor.
Acceptance of any military technician position may cause the termination of entitlements and eligibility for all military bonuses and student loan repayments. For further information you must contact the appropriate military Education Office.
DUTIES:
As a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (D1564P01), GS-2210-13, you will ensures that the squadron meets all wartime combat readiness standards, and provides guidance and direction to the squadron through planning, coordinating, and directing a variety of functions including information management, telecommunications networks, help desks, communication networks (voice and data), plans and programs, local computer program development, computer systems operations, radio and computer maintenance, logistics plans, supply, quality assurance, human resources development and management, and maintenance control. Through subordinate supervisors, the incumbent directs and supervises staff functions affecting very complex telecommunications systems composed of a wide variety of high cost, sophisticated equipment, and is responsible for all technical support and maintenance activities to include computer and telephone technical support, radio maintenance, secure communications maintenance, and support equipment maintenance. The position is responsible for environmental, safety and physical security programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
N/A
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
N/A
QUALIFICATIONS:
You will lose consideration for the position if your application does not include all the information/documents requested on the vacancy announcement. The USAJOBS Resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you met the required GENERAL and SPECIALIZED experience. Experiences copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and will disqualify you from the position. National Guard military (part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements. The applicant is credited with an actual number of months the member has been in the National Guard provided such service is related to the position to be filled.
SELECTED FACTOR: Security + CE certification is a mandatory requirement for this position as per DODI 8570-M (a copy of the certificate must be submitted with your application).
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Applicant must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below:
- Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
- Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
- Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Applicant must possess at least THELVE (12) months of specialized experience at the next lower-level GS-12 or the equivalent THIRTY-SIX (36) months of specialized experience performing or supervising duties such as determining long and short-range planning and execution of all unit programs; providing a focus for all unit functions and activities; overseeing the accomplishment of the mission training program; making critical judgments and on-the-spot decisions regarding the safety of personnel deployed; ensuring tactical communications-electronics UTCs meet training and US Air Force contingency requirements; assuring timely identification of potential system-wide telecommunications electronics equipment deficiencies and notification; directing an allocated multimillion-dollar budget involving both federal and state funds; ensuring the propriety, accuracy, and timeliness of procurement and payroll activities; initiating the development and implementation of a variety of federal, state and local programs; ensuring mission effectiveness including a hazard abatement program; directing and supervising staff functions affecting high cost, sophisticated equipment, and is responsible for all technical support and maintenance activities; ensuring environmental, safety, and physical security programs; implementing and maintaining military and full-time strength through recruiting and retention programs; ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity Program; working with union stewards and other union representatives; keeping personnel informed and providing feedback; ensuring training and maintaining an effective leadership/career development program; ensuring disciplinary measures when necessary; maintaining liaison with national, state, and local governmental agencies on matters of operational and environmental safety, and protection; coordinating training requirements and planning for the squadron; negotiating and approving host/tenant agreements with military and civil agencies; ensuring proper and adequate security and safeguarding; maintaining mission readiness and compliance; ensuring implementation of a functional station information systems plan; ensuring all applicable environmental laws and rules are compiled; coordinating with appropriate agencies for required permits.
Education
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in a college university, technical or vocational school may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of study (30 semester's hours or 20 classroom hours of instruction per week) for 6 months of specialized experience.
One full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement in a college university, technical or vocational school may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of study (30 semester's hours or 20 classroom hours of instruction per week) for 12 months of specialized experience.
A masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a college university, technical or vocational school may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of study (30 semester's hours or 20 classroom hours of instruction per week) for 24 months of specialized experience.
A Ph.D. or equivalent, or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a college university, technical or vocational school may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of study (30 semester's hours or 20 classroom hours of instruction per week) for 36 months of specialized experience.
Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Major study-computer science, information science, information systems management, mathematics, statistics, operations research, or engineering, or course work that required the development or adaptation of computer programs and systems and provided knowledge equivalent to a major in the computer field.
Copy of the Official/student transcripts showing conferred Degree must be included in order to receive credit for education. Unofficial transcripts from internet or with alterations will not be considered. To receive credit for education the information must be included in the education section of the Resume.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
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 minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
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Required Documents
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES:
1. Online USAJOBS Resume - Your resume in English showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed. USAJOBS Help Center | What should I include in my federal resume?
2. Online Questionnaire (mandatory).
3. For permanent / Indefinite employee's of the PRANG (Tenure 1, 2 or 3), submit your SF-50 with this application (Refer to block 24).
4. Official/Student transcript showing conferred degree (if applicable).
5. Additional documentation (if required in the vacancy announcement).
FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE CONSIDERATION.
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
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12441403
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
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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