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Department Of Defense

SUPERVISORY FORCE ANALYST

Department Of Defense, Arlington, VA


Duties As a SUPERVISORY FORCE ANALYST at the GS-0301-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Supervise and manage the review and analysis of defense and military strategy, campaign, and contingency planning for global dynamic force employment.Serve as the single point of contact and an authoritative source for development of division advice/information on all matters related to strategic planning and on-going campaigns and operations.Exercise significant independence and authority in dealing with officials of other organizations and in advising management officials at higher levels on a wide range of force management, employment and planning issues.Lead, or serve on, both inter- and intra-agency working groups as a dynamic force employment Subject Matter Expert.Develop ways to resolve problems or cope with issues that directly impact the accomplishment of defense and military strategy and strategic goals/objectives.Plan, organize, support, and coordinate the work of team members and manages a staff of professional employees.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. citizenMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective ServiceResume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigationMay be required to successfully complete a probationary periodWork Schedule: Full TimeOvertime: OccasionallyTour of Duty: FlexibleRecruitment Incentives: May be AuthorizedFair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): ExemptFinancial Disclosure: RequiredTelework Eligibility: This position is NOT telework eligibleSecurity: Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearanceDrug Testing Designated Position: YesSome travel is required for this position, including travel by commercial or military aircraft.The incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually, thereafter. Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Managing the review and analysis of defense and military strategy, campaign and contingency planning for global force employment;Evaluating the effectiveness/efficiency of programs/operations as it relates to global force employment and integration;Conducting and ensuring the development of recommendations for defense and military strategy and strategic goals/objectives that influence the use of the Joint Forces;Collaborating with force management representatives from outside organizations to include Combatant Commands, Services, Combat Support Agencies, and Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD). 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.Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional informationVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.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: .Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:Persons with Disabilities - Schedule ASpecial Hiring Authority for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military SpousesOther Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart FMales born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see )The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy. Selective Service Requirement: Please visit for more information. For more information, please visit Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Help 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 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. Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the Occupational Questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Competencies:CommunicationLeading a Team/ProjectManagement AnalysisPolicy DevelopmentMilitary 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. 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.Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference(RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.