PROGRAM ANALYST with Security Clearance

Duties 1. As a senior strategic technical advisor for the HQ U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) J5 Strategy Plans and Policy Directorate provides responsive interdisciplinary and advanced analytical capability involving complex strategic issues. 2. Principal architect for J5 input into the USSOCOM Capabilities and Programming Guidance (CPG), performs advanced analytical and advisory duties in the formulation, presentation, evaluation, coordination, and justification of the USSOCOM CPG that guides the Force Development and Force Design for the USSOCOM world-wide enterprise. 3. Represents USSOCOM with external high level organizations, including the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Military Services, interagency and international partners, other functional area organizations, and outside officials to coordinate and implement USSOCOM strategic planning and development. 4. Provides subject matter expertise for the development and review of national, DoD, joint, and interagency strategic documents. 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 * Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position * Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position * The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) * Access to Special Access Programs (SAP) may be required * The incumbent is preferred to have qualified special operator experience with broad operational and staff knowledge within the Special Operations Forces * This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Civilian Drug Testing Program. It is mandatory for the and (cont'd) * (cont'd) incumbent to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription medication. If requested, the incumbent must submit to urinalysis testing. (cont'd) * (cont'd) Appointee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is a Testing Designated Position * Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft * The incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, off-duty hours on call, extended work hours (i.e., 12-hr shifts), varying duty hours, and/or holidays * This is an Obligated Position in which an employee has return rights. Upon the employee's return, incumbent may be required to vacate this position Qualifications Conditions of Employment Continued: * This is a TERM POSITION NTE 09JAN27; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees and may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position. 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 series, 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery level knowledge of international relations, the international security environment, and the interaction of defense, diplomacy, development, intelligence, and economics to develop new theories and hypothesis for the Force Employment, Force Development, and Force Design of Special Operations Forces in support of national strategy. Advanced knowledge of Special Operations Forces and their interaction with members of other U.S. Departments and Agencies and international partners to perform advanced analytical and advisory duties in formulating, presenting, evaluating, coordinating, and justifying input to the Capabilities and Programming Guidance translating basic legislation and policy into USSOCOM goals, actions and operational guidance. Extensive knowledge of and background in Special Operations policy, strategy, plans, and concepts to advise USSOCOM leadership on the shape of new legislation, policies and operating authorities necessary to effectively achieve future USSOCOM strategic 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: * Knowledge and skill in strategic analysis, operational design, SOF operations and planning, assessments, and national strategy. Incumbent will apply advanced analytical methods and techniques to analyze and advise leadership on the best way to integrate future-oriented ideas that inform enterprise design and development concerning strategy, capabilities, doctrine, concepts, training and education, effects on SOF, and national-level policy. * Mastery knowledge of the geostrategic environment and the challenges for U.S. national security and ability to apply those to formulating strategic planning and policy guidance. * Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS); the Planning, Programming, and Budgeting Execution (PPBE) System; Special Operations Forces Capabilities Integration and Development System (SOFCIDS); and formulation processes to align resource requirements with the required capabilities and capacities for Special Operations Forces worldwide and the integration of operations, plans, strategy, concepts, and resourcing requirements to continuously appraise utilization of those resources in the accomplishment of programs goals and objectives. * Knowledge of planning and executing programs, and the ability to perform the same. Skills in prioritizing tasks and planning short, mid, and long-term goals and objectives. * Skill in creating alternative solutions to complex problems. Sufficient to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and/or manage projects involving diverse personnel (e.g. private sector, contractors, personnel of diverse agencies, etc). * Ability to interpret high-level guidance (e.g. National Security Strategy (NSS), National Defense Strategy (NDS), Joint Warfighting Concept (JWC), and other key documents) and to translate them into strategic implications and capabilities requirements for Special Operations Forces. Ability to communicate effectively, in a very precise manner, both orally and in writing to interpret and coordinate frequently conflicting guidance from multiple sources; transform this information into clear, concise, and easily understood guidance. Must analyze multi-faceted, complex situation and develop courses of action for decision and execution. 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. 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. 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) Eligi