Technology Planning Analyst

The primary purpose of this position is To serve as a Technology Planning Analyst Chief of Technology Operations for the Director of Operations (J3) Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) a MAJCOM like organization reporting to USSOCOM and the Department of Defense. Daily duties include the management direction and leadership in planning and executing technical requirements development and employment of emerging technology in support of current and future Special Operations Forces (SOF) Operations in the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Area of responsibility (AOR) and elsewhere as directed.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Chief of Technology Operations Responsible for planning organizing implementing and overseeing the daily activities of J3 Technology Operations. Serves as special operations technology requirements subject matter expert (SME) and technical advisor to the Director of Operations and to Commander SOCCENT a sub-unified command under USSOCOM and reporting to United States Central Command.
2. Conducts a variety of TILO activities in support of the Commanders technology goals. These include attending a complete range of activities designed to inform industry of SOCCENT needs such as sponsored events demonstrations briefings meetings and conferences.
3. Requirements Action Officer. Technology requirements manager for SOCCENT units to create economies of scale and prevent inefficient use of resources. Serves as an advisor to the Commander for Combat Mission Needs Statement (CMNS) Operational Needs Statement (ONS) Joint Urgent Operational Needs Statement (JUONS) and Joint Emergent Operational Needs (JEON).
4. Serves as SOCCENT Technology Requirements Planning SME. Participates as technology and requirements SME on planning teams that directly impact SOF forces and SOF operations.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• A security clearance may be required
• 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: posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• 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
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Student Loan Repayment may be authorized
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• AFSC: 016G4

Qualifications

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 0301.

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 including In-depth knowledge of Special Operations Acquisition strategy and process and detailed knowledge of structural gaps (time and financial) between mission requirements and acquisition capacity to react. ability to utilize keen interpersonal skills in presenting disputed recommendations negotiating solutions effectively communicate with senior level leadership within and outside the DoD and represent SOCCENT at meetings conferences and symposia. Understanding of and ability to respond to the particular concerns and issues pertaining to the peculiar technology needs of the SOCCENT Commander. Ability to develop and implement a body of rules regulations policies and procedures in professional practice to direct the application of appropriate technologies useful to SOCCENT.

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 and skill in ASO technology operations and activities to include technical operations tactics techniques and procedures and the specialized equipment employed in such operations.
2. Knowledge and skill in coordinating RDT&E vendor based technical resources with interagency validation procedures for employment of new technologies.
3. Knowledge of Special Operations procedures policies and concepts in both combat and non-combat environments sufficient to oversee the planning and conduct of technology operations and contribute to budget planning.
4. Knowledge of and ability to apply organizational and management skills capable of performing technology project management multi-task with employees in the accomplishment of mission critical tasks and employ oral and written communication skills within the multi-media environment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing negotiate complex issues maintain good working relationships and provide technical briefings to personnel at all levels of internal/external hierarchy.
6. Skill and ability to conduct research and analysis to resolve complex problems lead or participate in a process team and instruct subordinate elements on capabilities new technology and tactics techniques and procedures.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
1. Position requires the ability to obtain Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Requirement Management Training level C SOCOM Planning Programming Budgeting & Execution System training.
2. The position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP the incumbent is (A) to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (B) if requested to submit to urinalysis testing. The incumbent must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied as TDP.
3. Must obtain and maintain TOP SECRET/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation. Position has recurring access to classified/sensitive information.
4. May require a Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph. Position has requirement for Global Controlled Operations Management System (GCOMS) access.
5. At least seven (7) years of Special Operations experience at all echelons as required (at least 5 years of experience in the employment of technology in support of Special Operations Forces or interagency elements conducting technical operations) is desired.
6. At least 5 years of TSOC experience preferred but demonstrated history in mission support (deployed) of TSOC technology implementation is acceptable.
7. This is an EMERGENCY-ESSENTIAL (EE) position. The incumbent of this position must meet all requirements of E-E positions and may be required as a condition of employment to take a series of vaccinations and annual boosters to immunize against anthrax and other the event of a crisis situation the incumbent or designated alternate must continue to perform the E-E duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent or designated alternate may be required to take part in the readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of an E-E position and requires incumbent or designated alternate to be removed from any military recall status. While deployed to an overseas location the E-E duties required the incumbent to be issued and carry a firearm; operate a government vehicle during specific authorized situations and to wear a gas mask and chemical protection gear. Incumbent must obtain and maintain firearms qualification. Incumbent is required to wear the approved Department of Defense (DOD) civilian uniform while deployed. Some of CENTCOMs AOR has been considered War Zone hazardous duty.
8. IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally or command designated as Mission Essential (ME); needed to ensure the continued operation of mission essential functions of the activity. Mission Essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release.

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.