About this role
Job SummaryClick 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 a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to USSOCOM, J33 Current Operations Division, Regional Support Group (RSG) Branch(s).
QualificationsConditions of Employment continued... The position will be required to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance eligibility with sensitive compartmented information (SCI) access, based upon a Single Scope Background Investigation. Investigative standards must be in accordance with applicable regulation before access can be granted and duties performed. Safeguards classified and sensitive information. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment, the incumbent is to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and, if requested, submit to urinalysis testing. Appointee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied as a Testing Designated Position. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. 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, 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-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes exceptional ability to translate broad guidance, regarding objectives, into specific actions and directions; Providing expert judgment, which is vital to the accomplishment of USSOCOM SOF Global initiatives in determining the effectiveness of special operations forces (SOF) support to USSOCOM missions on a global scale; Expert at formulating strategies, coordination for operational exercises and support, and liaison with the Joint Staff, DoD, and supported agencies; Subject matter expert on supporting USSOCOM's role as a force-provider to the specific global AORs, ensuring each Theater receives the required critical SOF unique capabilities through the Global Force Management process by providing staff oversight for numerous Request for Forces and corresponding Deployment Orders. 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: Knowledge of complete Global Special Operations Command's geographic areas of responsibility, policies, Theater Special Operations and conventional force command relationships and associated political environment. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the National Foreign Disclosure Policy, foreign disclosure programs, functions, Service policy, and procedures pertinent to the implementation and management of the USSOCOM foreign disclosure supporting program. Extensive knowledge of Joint Staff, DoD, Interagency coordination, procedures, and planning. 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.
Major DutiesPlans, organizes, and directs the activities of J33 Current Operations Division RSG Branch(s), ensuring that strategic direction and operational oversight of synchronized, comprehensive and continuous global campaign planning and execution comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Represents J33 Current Operations Division RSG Branch with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Serves as the Regional Subject Matter Expert (SME) to the J33 Crisis Management Team (CMT) for all USSOCOM Operational Planning events. Serves as Subject Matter Expert on all SOF-related issues relevant to the Specified Geographic Region at the strategic and operational level.