DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR OPERATIONS with Security Clearance

Summary You will serve as a Deputy Director for Operations located in the Command, Control, Communications & Information (C4I) (N6) Directorate of Atlantic Submarine Force Operations Component on the staff of Commander Submarine Force TASK FORCE 82. Duties * You will be responsible for all communications and information support to JFMCC-STRAT and the Assistant Chief of Staff (NATO) for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (C4I) on the Staff of COMSUBLANT. * You will be responsible for the proper satellite beam positioning and positive control of assigned electromagnetic spectrum resource allocation. * You will be responsible for acquisition of Atlantic Submarine Force Ultra High Frequency (UHF), Super High Frequency (SHF), and Extremely High Frequency (EHF) resource allocations to support world-wide submarine operations. * You will manage and direct Atlantic Broadcast Keying Station (BKS) operation administration, training and casualty restoration of LBUCS enabling message delivery to world-wide transmitter sites. * You will provide guidance, training, and authoritative direction in support of Nuclear Command, Control, Communications (NC3) inspections and operations. * You will promulgate information, guidance and direction required to ensure continuous uninterrupted communications circuits. Identifies training needs for maintenance technicians. * You will direct, coordinate, and oversee work through subordinates. * You will delegate work and monitors work progress. * You will act as the liaison between staff and higher management. * You will ensure all internal 4 policies and practices are consistent with EEO and Diversity policies. * You will fully cooperate and participate in the development of any EEO and Diversity Affirmative Action. * You will be responsible to lead innovation and testing for next generation communications systems including transition to EHF Extended Data Rate (XDR) and next generation Polar capability, UAC2, and multiple passive communications circuits. * You will manage and track system hardware and software upgrades, coordinating with multiple organizations and stakeholders, to include DOD, Navy, and Air Force. * You will manage multiple BCA preventative maintenance work centers to include Electronics Maintenance Division and Network System Administrators. Directs contractor BCA network engineers, and technical assistance teams. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be determined suitable for federal employment. * Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov * Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. * Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. * Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: (1) Experience with operational and technical knowledge and understanding of Nuclear Command, Control, Communications (NC3) operations, Submarine Broadcast Control Authority (BCA) management, procedures, and operations.
(2) Experience and understanding of communication and information exchange requirements; end user and senior decision-maker perspective, related user requirements to available technology, processes, and potential new application of existing capability.
(3) Experience and mastery knowledge of project management application and program intergration to include the use of project management software/applications.
(4) Experience and mastery knowledge of VLF, LF, HF propagation characteristics, environmental effects, system coverage limitations and maintenance requirements to include Allied, GENSER, and Special Intelligence (SI) Submarine Broadcast circuits.
(5) Experience and mastery knowledge and understanding of policy guidance related to telecommunications management, message writing, and organizational requirements for daily distribution and delivery of message traffic.
(6) Experience and mastery knowledge of systems program office organization, technical repair facilities, technical test facilities, squadron repair agencies, to provide direction for repairs, testing, maintenance, and analysis of installed systems.
(7) Experience and technical understanding of information assurance and network operations to supervise watch stations who hold positions in the Cybersecurity Workforce. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: * CUSTOMER SERVICE
* INFLUENCING/NEGOTIATING
* INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
* PROBLEM SOLVING
* PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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