SUPERVISORY PROGRAM ANALYST (ADVANCED CAPABILITIES PROGRAMS) Job in Peterson AFB, CO

Vacancy No. 6X-AFPC-12703694-734527-AMC Department U.S. Northern Command
Salary $127,818.00 to $166,163.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/26/2025 Close Date 3/12/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Peterson AFB, CO


Summary

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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Chief of the Advanced Programs Branch Chief and Chief of Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO). Acts as principal advisor to the Division Chief J39, Directors of Operations (NORAD J3 and USNORTHCOM J3), and the NORAD & USNORTHCOM Combatant Commander on all issues involving Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), IJSTO, Service Special Access Programs (SAP) and related Advanced Capabilities Employment.

  • As Branch Chief, plans, organizes and oversees the end-to-end processes and programs for NORAD and USNORTHCOM on ACCM, IJSTO & SAP activities directed by the National Command Authority (NCA), the SECDEF, Service Chiefs, and Commander, NORAD & USNORTHCOM.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities for the Advanced Programs Branch, NORAD & USNORTHCOM J39 Division.
  • Serves as the Chief, Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO) and command IJSTO subject matter expert for all IJSTO activities directed by the National Command Authority (NCA), the SECDEF and service Chiefs.
  • Serves as the senior ACCM, IJSTO and SAP Security Official within NORAD & USNORTHCOM, responsible for all Advanced Capabilities Employment Security Program Management and oversight with meticulous focus on ACCM, IJSTO and SAP information processing, storing, and dissemination.

Requirements

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
  • Most activities within the portfolio of the organization are highly classified and extremely sensitive. Access to information on elements of the portfolio is tightly controlled in accordance with DOD and Joint Staff policy.
  • Access to certain Special Access Programs (SAP) may require the employee to submit to a Polygraph evaluation prior to access being granted (not a pre-employment requirement).
  • Travel by military, and/or commercial aircraft will be required to attend training, conferences, special events, exercises, and operations.
  • The employee can expect to travel outside the local area an average of three days per month or a week every two to three months.
  • Employee has an alternate duty location in Cheyenne Mountain where 12-hour shifts may be required to support contingencies and exercises.
  • Work periods may require extended operations (i.e., 12-hour days) for up to several weeks at a time.
  • In the performance of assigned duties, employee uses tact, diplomacy, and professionalism to promote effective working relationships with a variety of offices and agencies.
  • NE003 = Position is not eligible for telework since it requires daily access to classified material. Employee may be eligible during emergency or OPM prescribed “unscheduled Telework.” Supervisor approval is required on case-by-case basis.
  • This is a Supervisory Position." A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued:
  • A Top Secret/Special Sensitive clearance is required for this position. The employee is required to possess and maintain a Top Secret/Special Sensitive as a condition of employment. Per AFGM2017-36-04, dated 4 Oct 17, the investigative requirement CANNOT be waived for special sensitive positions.
  • This position is designated by the Air force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) when required, to submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
  • This is a KEY position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national security emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of a key position and requires that the incumbent be removed from any military recall status. Based upon a written request from N&NC, the Reserve personnel centers will move selectees/ incumbents from the Ready Reserves to the Standby or Retired Reserves , or discharge them under 10USC 271 (b).
  • Will be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercise and Contingency events. Battle Roster function for this billet is the IJSTO Chief in the Special Technical Operations Cell (STOC) within Command HQ and alternate Command location. These duty may require additional duty hours and/or alternate duty locations.
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- Management and Program Analysis (0343).

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 (or higher) grade level or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Advanced Capabilities Employment (ACE) activities that include information related capabilities (IRC), Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO), Special Access Programs (SAP)/Special Access Required (SAR), and joint information operations (IO); Knowledge of DOD organizations-including the mission, roles, functions, and organizational structures-in order to provide command-level staff guidance on Advanced Capabilities Employment (ACE) activities, such as information related capabilities (IRC), Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO), special access programs (SAP)/special access required (SAR), and joint information operations (IO).

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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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 the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Advanced Capabilities Employment (ACE) activities that include information related capabilities (IRC), Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO), Special Access Programs (SAP)/Special Access Required (SAR), and joint information operations (IO).
  2. Knowledge of DOD organizations-including the mission, roles, functions, and organizational structures-in order to provide command-level staff guidance on Advanced Capabilities Employment (ACE) activities, such as information related capabilities (IRC), Alternative Compensatory Control Measures (ACCM), Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO), special access programs (SAP)/special access required (SAR), and joint information operations (IO).
  3. Expert skill in negotiation to reach inter-command, inter-service and/or inter-agency agreements relating to national defense Advanced Capabilities Employment (ACE) activities in such areas as derived data analysis (includes defense of controversial analysis), analytic structures and cost sharing, technical cooperation programs, and service directives.
  4. Skill in integrating Advanced Capabilities Employment operations, activities and investments (OAI) into theater and global strategies and plans; Ability to analyze, research, strategize, present, and negotiate complex and sensitive issues with officials of diverse perspectives and views.
  5. Ability to organize and participate in or lead study teams tasked to originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; Ability to execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; Ability to plan, organize, and direct the office functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the subordinate staff.
  6. Ability to evaluate, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources; Ability to communicate--both orally and in writing--clearly, concisely, with technical accuracy, and with tact and diplomacy.
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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

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

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.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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).

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/12/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12703694

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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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
NORTHCOM
250 Vandenberg Street
Suite B016
Peterson SFB, CO 80914
US

Next steps

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