MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST (DATA AND KM)

Duties

• Plans, organizes, and directs SOCNORTH's data management and knowledge management programs, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements. Serves as an expert, consultant, and advisor to SOCNORTH's Commanding General and senior leaders regarding the development and application of scientific and statistical standards to data evaluation and analysis.
• Directs, manages, and leads pioneering efforts to evaluate and adopt emerging data management and analytics technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and hybrid cloud computing, for potential adoption within SOCNORTH.
• Serves as the command's expert on data analytics, AI, and ML, providing technical expertise and guidance on complex projects and initiatives. Develops strategies to enhance interoperability and coordination between SOCNORTH's data initiatives and broader DoW efforts.
• Executes senior-level coordination to enable collaborative partnerships with SOCNORTH leadership and external stakeholders. Collaborates with Special Operations Forces (SOF) data and artificial intelligence communities of interest to ensure SOCNORTH requirements and concerns are addressed within specified timelines and in accordance with established processes and procedures.

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
• 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.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations in performance of temporary duty (TDY)
• Employee may be required to work and/or be "on call" after normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends or holidays
• In the performance of assigned duties, employee uses tact, diplomacy, and professionalism to promote effective working relationships with a variety of offices and agencies
• This position has been designated as Special Sensitive. The employee is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmental Information clearance as a condition of employment.
• This is a TERM position NTE 01-AUG-2029

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.

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 of digital transformation technologies-including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), hybrid cloud computing, containerization, and modern data architectures-sufficient to set strategic direction, lead interdisciplinary teams, and design enterprise solutions that have no clear precedent within the command. To include mastery of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical methods, data management principles, and information governance frameworks sufficient to develop, integrate, and evaluate enterprise-wide data and knowledge management programs.

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 of data management principles, AI, ML, and advanced analytics, including their application to modernize data architectures, enhance interoperability, and support data-driven decision-making.

2. Skill in developing and implementing long-range plans, policies, and procedures for data management and digital transformation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with DoW and higher headquarters strategies.

3. Ability to lead and manage complex data initiatives, including the integration of emerging technologies, such as hybrid cloud computing, AI/ML, and advanced analytics, to improve mission effectiveness and operational efficiency.

4. Knowledge of scientific and statistical standards, as well as qualitative and quantitative methods, to evaluate data, develop actionable metrics, and conduct high-priority analyses that support organizational objectives.

5. Skill in building and maintaining collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including DoW, CCMDs, federal agencies, academia, and private sector organizations, to advance data management and digital transformation initiatives.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to provide expert advice, present complex technical concepts, and advocate for data management and digital transformation strategies to senior leaders and diverse audiences. Knowledge of DoW and CCMD missions, organizations, and systems, including their interrelations with other federal agencies, to ensure data management initiatives align with mission objectives and operational requirements.

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.

Additional Conditions of Employment:

• This position is designated by the U.S. Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under U.S. Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As mandatory requirement for employment in the TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. The incumbent must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
• IAW DoDI 3020-42 the position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME) performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions IA W, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
• YA002 = Eligible for situational telework only, including Ad hoc, Emergency, or OPM prescribed "Unscheduled" Telework. This eligibility is separate and distinct from the employee's eligibility. A civilian employee's telework arrangement may be terminated at the discretion of the supervisor or at the employee's request.
• This position is designated as part of the Cyberspace Workforce. As a condition of employment, the incumbent is required to achieve both the foundational (within 9 months) and resident (within 12 months) qualification requirements outlined in IAW DODM 8140.03 for each work role at the assigned proficiency levels. A waiver of these requirements may be granted. Failure to achieve qualification or to obtain an approved waiver for cyberspace work role(s) within stated timelines will be removed from the duties associated with the work role. In addition, a minimum of 20 hours per year of Continuous Professional Development or education activities is required to maintain and enhance competence.

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.

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) 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.

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