TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as Department of Defense (DoD) Nevada Area Frequency Coordinator and as the lead EMSO for the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR) and direct Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) EMSO activities for the USAFWC on behalf of the NTTR Director of Range Support (RS) and Air Combat Command (ACC). PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Serves as the Department of Defense (DoD) Nevada Area Frequency Coordinator (NAFC). Directly accountable for the entire frequency coordination and approval program for all DoD, Department of Energy (DoE) and other federal/non-federal agencies operating within Nevada, Utah and Idaho. Manages the electromagnetic spectrum and coordination RF emission requirements for the NTTR and SAPs. Uses complex and unique RF spectrum management, database automation and engineering software. Obtains national level authorization for operations and spectrum certification of all NTTR spectrum-dependent systems. Represents NTTR and participates in discussions, meetings, committees and special projects. QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : 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 Positons. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology; as well as experience utilizing a wide range of communications concepts, principles, and practices to accomplish work processes involving electromagnetic spectrum and frequency coordination; and developing/applying policies, methods, procedures, and techniques in communications system design to operating situations and problem resolutions. 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: Broad knowledge of worldwide DoD communications systems as they relate to the utilization of the RF spectrum. Demonstrated knowledge of other telecommunications specialties to permit effective decision making and application of national spectrum management policies and programs. This knowledge aids in the planning and allocation of the RF spectrum among DoD users. Extensive knowledge of national and DoD communications policy and doctrine. Comprehensive knowledge of policy requirements to function as the NTTR technical expert and legal authority on DoD EMSO and federal RF EMSO support for telecommunications systems. Must apply new theories, concepts, and standards when established systems support requirements cannot be satisfied by conventional means. This knowledge is essential in carrying out the vital decision-making role related to EMSO and management of the electromagnetic RF spectrum. Broad knowledge of national, DoD, and USAF EMSO policies and procedures. Preferred to have spectrum management and operations experience

Salaire : $108,719 – $141,337/Per Year | Avantages : https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win...Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force) EO 12721 Certain Former Overseas Employees EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference National Service (Peace Corps and VISTA) Non-AF DCIPS Interchange Non-Appropriated Fund Non