IT Project Manager (Plcyplng)

• Develops detailed plans goals and objectives for implementation of assigned AF-level and major command level Information Technology (IT) project(s).

• Gathers and analyzes customers functional requirements and translates these requirements into technical solutions and costings.

• Acquires/procures IT hardware software and/or capabilities required for assigned projects.

• Develops IT policy and guidelines.

• Represents HQ AETC/A6 with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• 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: is centrally managed by the Cyberspace and Information Technology CFT.
• 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
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• 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.
• This position requires the incumbent to earn a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification within 20 months of being hired and maintain currency as a condition of employment.
• May be required to travel TDY as directed by management sometimes on short notice and including over night stays traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

In order to qualify you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Information Technology (IT) Management Series GS-2210 (Alternate A).

EXPERIENCE: Must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail Customer Service Oral Communication Problem Solving AND have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-12) or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Directing multiple complex IT projects simultaneously by applying diverse project management methodologies tools and resource allocation approaches to ensure compliance with cost schedule and performance requirements; managing the complete IT systems life cycle including requirements analysis cost estimation acquisition strategies implementation testing operations and retirement in accordance with acquisition laws regulations and policies; and translating operational business processes and functional user requirements into secure technical hardware and software solutions by evaluating and incorporating emerging technologies.

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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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 of IT systems life cycle management to include requirements analysis development of technical solutions/costings acquisition implementation testing operations and maintenance evolution and end of life; knowledge of IT acquisition policies laws regulations strategies and best practices; and knowledge of applicable DoD Air Force Command instructions and public laws as they apply to IT planning and acquisition.

• Ability to plan organize lead and manage multiple complex IT projects simultaneously; and to use a broad range of IT project management methodologies concepts tools and approaches to manage projects and guide project participants so as to ensure cost schedule and performance requirements are met.

• Ability to earn a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification within 20 months of being hired and maintain currency for the duration of time in this position.

• Ability to analyze functional requirements and using knowledge of IT hardware/software emerging technologies and business processes translate those functional requirements into sound technical solutions.

• Ability to analyze facts and data to make sound decisions even in uncertain situations and understand the direct and indirect impacts of those decisions; and ability to communicate effectively and successfully convey complex technical information to non-technical personnel including but is not limited to preparing studies executive correspondence statements of work etc. and preparing/presenting briefings.

• Skill in leading and motivating project teams in a variety of situations; includes dealing effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds and building them into a team that will work cooperatively toward goal accomplishment.