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Snyder, TX
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Job Description
Duties
The primary purpose of this position is: As Range Manager/ Lead Contracting Officer Representative (COR),
evaluates and conducts studies on the effectiveness and efficiency of the day-to-day Electronic Combat Range (ECR)
activities and performs the Government's duties and responsibilities in operating the Electronic Combat portion of the
Snyder Electronic Scoring Site (ESS). Monitors and evaluates the quality of services rendered by the contractor when
performing operations, maintenance and support of the Snyder Electronic Combat function. This position also
supervises one government COR and serves as the lead Quality Assurance Evaluator for Snyder ESS.
DUTIES
Conditions of employment
(Con.)
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, Administration and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of various administrative and program policies, concepts, and policies relating to range management; knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness or range programs and operations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents which affect the use of range and related support resources (manpower, funding, facilities, and equipment); knowledge of MAJCOM's issues, goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations for range programs/activities; comprehensive knowledge of range computer systems, radar equipment, radio equipment, ground operations, aircraft types, airborne operations, training devices, flight and ground safety, and assigned systems and equipment configurations. Major equipment/systems include, but is not limited to, the AN/MST-T1A (MUTES), AN/MST-T1(V) (Mini-MUTES), and all future threat simulators and support equipment.
OR
EDUCATION: Completed a Ph.D or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a Ph.D degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and have at least three years of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a Ph.D or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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 applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning efficiency and effectiveness or range management, operations, and resources utilization.
2. Knowledge of administrative and program principles, concepts, and policies relating to range management.
3. Knowledge of computer programs, systems, and hardware required for Electronic Combat threat simulation and countermeasures analysis for use in aircrew training and evaluation (i.e., Route Integration Instrumentation system (RIIS), and Integrated Tactics Assessment system (ITAS hardware).
4. Knowledge of operations, maintenance, and support of range systems/equipment and ability to interpret specialized documentation and descriptions pertaining to range equipment and conduct and record surveys and inspections.
5. Knowledge of program planning, Communications-Electronics Maintenance Management System, and Government funding and budget processes.
6. Knowledge of quality assurance principles, practices, and procedures to include acquisition planning. Ability to develop data collection techniques, analyze and interpret data and reports, and make decisions, effectively orally and in writing.
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
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . 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 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 dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click 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 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.
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 .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
The primary purpose of this position is: As Range Manager/ Lead Contracting Officer Representative (COR),
evaluates and conducts studies on the effectiveness and efficiency of the day-to-day Electronic Combat Range (ECR)
activities and performs the Government's duties and responsibilities in operating the Electronic Combat portion of the
Snyder Electronic Scoring Site (ESS). Monitors and evaluates the quality of services rendered by the contractor when
performing operations, maintenance and support of the Snyder Electronic Combat function. This position also
supervises one government COR and serves as the lead Quality Assurance Evaluator for Snyder ESS.
DUTIES
- Analyzes mission goals, objectives, and requirements, and develops multi-year future plans, policies, and procedures for operating and modernizing Snyder ESS and its geographically separated sites.
- Participates in research, tests, and evaluation of systems, software, and equipment to determine new ESS capabilities\or effect of modifications to existing range systems.
- Conducts technical inspections/evaluations to provide an overall view of the quality of operations, system maintenance being performed, and support of government equipment.
- Oversees and participates in the development of the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and periodically ensures its accuracy.
- Oversees and periodically reviews the Range Contract(s), and prepares listing of contractual requirements as part of comprehensive Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan.
- Manages the government's Quality Assurance (QA) program to ensure compliance with the approved Range Performance Work Statement(s).
- Supervises one subordinate. Provides technical guidance and assistance, training, and administrative supervision.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Employee must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- 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
- Will be required to drive a government light vehicle, which requires employee to possess or obtain a valid state driver's license.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Requires adaptability to cope with frequent and substantial changes in volume of work, priorities, and deadlines.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- This is a Centrally Managed Position in the Operations Career Field.
- 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.
(Con.)
- 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.
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, Administration and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of various administrative and program policies, concepts, and policies relating to range management; knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness or range programs and operations. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents which affect the use of range and related support resources (manpower, funding, facilities, and equipment); knowledge of MAJCOM's issues, goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations for range programs/activities; comprehensive knowledge of range computer systems, radar equipment, radio equipment, ground operations, aircraft types, airborne operations, training devices, flight and ground safety, and assigned systems and equipment configurations. Major equipment/systems include, but is not limited to, the AN/MST-T1A (MUTES), AN/MST-T1(V) (Mini-MUTES), and all future threat simulators and support equipment.
OR
EDUCATION: Completed a Ph.D or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a Ph.D degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.
OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and have at least three years of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a Ph.D or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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 applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning efficiency and effectiveness or range management, operations, and resources utilization.
2. Knowledge of administrative and program principles, concepts, and policies relating to range management.
3. Knowledge of computer programs, systems, and hardware required for Electronic Combat threat simulation and countermeasures analysis for use in aircrew training and evaluation (i.e., Route Integration Instrumentation system (RIIS), and Integrated Tactics Assessment system (ITAS hardware).
4. Knowledge of operations, maintenance, and support of range systems/equipment and ability to interpret specialized documentation and descriptions pertaining to range equipment and conduct and record surveys and inspections.
5. Knowledge of program planning, Communications-Electronics Maintenance Management System, and Government funding and budget processes.
6. Knowledge of quality assurance principles, practices, and procedures to include acquisition planning. Ability to develop data collection techniques, analyze and interpret data and reports, and make decisions, effectively orally and in writing.
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
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . 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 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 dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click 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 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.
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 .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
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