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Duties
As a Foreign Military Sales Specialist at the NH-0301-4 level, some of your typical work assignments may include:
Serves as the agency senior FMS command/technical policy specialist with responsibility for developing, coordinating, and managing Security Assistance policy initiatives in compliance with broad established regulations and governing legislation.Establishes and maintains liaison with key personnel within the Security Assistance community to include key personnel from the OSD, DSCA, COCOMs, MILDEPs, foreign governments and industry. Provides senior technical advice on specific Security Assistance transactions and ensures close coordination with the activities involved in resolving policy and procedural issues to insure that consistent timely approaches are taken to fulfilling US government commitments under the FMS program.Responsible for developing and implementing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) directives, guidance and procedures; providing FMS technical advice and assistance to the Missile Defense Agency {MDA) staff; and providing guidance and direction to FMS action officers on complex and controversial issues. Monitors all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and laws pertaining to Security Assistance. Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. CitizenOccasional TravelWork Schedule: Full-timeMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective ServiceSuitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigationMay be required to successfully complete a probationary periodOvertime: OccasionallyTour of Duty: FlexibleRecruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedFair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): ExemptFinancial Disclosure: Not RequiredTelework Eligibility: This position is telework eligibleThis position is a Security Cooperation Workforce position coded Advanced in the Case Management Life Cycle Certification. Certification to this level must be achieved within 60 months of entrance on duty.Selectee must complete 20 hours of continuous learning every two years plus an annual update course.Employee must obtain/maintain a Non-Critical Sensitive (Secret) security clearanceThis is a drug testing designated position Qualifications
You may qualify at the NH-04 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below (please have 2 of the following 3):
Experience with understanding the Defense Security Assistance Management Manual in developing and implementing security assistance policy, directives, and procedures with ability to plan and conduct studies on complex program issues, initiative appropriate corrective action, and assure procedures are implemented.Experience with Foreign Military Sales requirements to conduct in-depth analysis of legislation and DoD regulations and policies in order to translate and execute directives, guidance, and procedures at organization level with leadership and managerial abilities to achieve satisfactory solutions or develop suitable alternatives.Experience dealing with logistics processes involved to support foreign military customer's requirements from requisition to purchase through sustainment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.Additional informationOther Notes:
This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Help

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Review our benefitsEligibility 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 EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position.
Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements.Veterans Preference: If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
For information on entitlement see Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program(ICTAP): This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria AND 2) be rated well-qualified for the position AND 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. Well-qualified means you possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds the position's minimum qualifications. See the Required Documents section of this announcement for more information.Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below.