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Major duties

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To serve as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Joint Task Force-Civil Support (JTF-CS), a subordinate command to the United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM). Shares with the Chief of Staff the full scope of responsibility for managing the activities of JTF-CS. Represents the Chief officially, and when acting for the Chief, possesses the same authority and prerogatives. DUTIES: Serves as the "alter ego" for the JTF-CS Chief of Staff, responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the activities of the organization. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Represents JTF-CS with a variety of commands and functional area organizations. Information System Authorizing Official. Formally assumes responsibility for operating an information system at an acceptable level of risk to organizational operations, assets, individuals, other organizations, and the nation (CNSSI 4009).

Qualification

Conditions of Employment (Continued): This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. May be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercise and Real-World events. Battle Roster functions may include, but are not limited to, Joint Personnel Operation Cell, Contingency Command Center, Future Operations Center, Joint Enabling Capability, and other tasks as assigned. These duties may require additional duty hours and/or alternate duty locations. This is a KEY position IAW 3 2 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DOD Directive 1 200. 7. A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment. The employee must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve while assigned to this position. 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 IAW, DODI 3 020-42, 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 1 2 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 qualifications 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. 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- Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series (0301) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 (or higher) grade level or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Examples of specialized experience include Knowledge of the various national policies, objectives, doctrine, and strategy involving CBRN and all-hazards DSCA support functions, operations, procedures, practices and the roles and responsibilities of the supporting agencies in both CONUS and OCONUS locations; Knowledge of personnel management, EEO, and safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures; Knowledge of the roles, policies, procedures and organizational structure of DOD Agencies, Services, Joint organizations, and Joint Force Commander's concept of operations; and knowledge of information systems Security Assessment and Authorization processes. 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 the various national policies, objectives, doctrine, and strategy involving CBRN and all-hazards DSCA support functions, operations, procedures, practices and the roles and responsibilities of the supporting agencies in both CONUS and OCONUS locations. Knowledge of personnel management, EEO, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of the roles, policies, procedures and organizational structure of DOD Agencies, Services, Joint organizations, and Joint Force Commander's concept of operations. Knowledge of information systems Security Assessment and Authorization processes. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of an organization through subordinate supervisors. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.