SENIOR STRATEGIC PLANNER

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Qualifications:

Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.

This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. Therefore, incumbent is required to: (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription medication, and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing on short notice. Incumbent must pass initial and may be selected for random drug testing. May be subject to reasonable suspicion testing and safety mishap or accident testing.

Incumbent is subject to uncommon tour of duty hours to include proficiency shifts, rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays on an infrequent basis. Extended shift work (12 hours), and off-duty hours on-call, particularly during Command exercises, special events, and emergencies

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 Managment 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-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and knowledge of strategic joint planning principles, concepts, and policies; expert knowledge of, and skill in applying the Joint Design Methodology: developing a common Understanding of Strategic Guidance pertinent to CCMD-level deliberate & campaign planning; developing a common Understanding of the Operational Environment; contrasting the current state with the desired state while identifying and articulating relevant obstacles in order to frame the problem; and framing potential solutions (i.e., the Operational Approach) that articulate how the CCMD can overcome identified obstacles in achieving the desired state; expert knowledge of, and skill in implementing mission analysis activities in producing integrated elements of operational design tailored to the planning problem. Ability to organize and lead analytical study teams and promote organizational understanding with leadership and counterparts in other directorates and outside organizations; and expert knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods for determining the effectiveness of various courses of action pertaining to deliberate and campaign plans.

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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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:

• Advanced knowledge of and ability to adapt the Joint Planning Process (JPP) in the development of campaign and deliberate plans; knowledge of joint doctrine and DoD policies regarding the development, maintenance, and transition of CCMD plans to orders.
• Ability to apply quantitative & qualitative techniques to develop, adapt, and apply systems models to frame problems and articulate multiple valid solutions to senior leadership.
• Advanced knowledge of joint military theory and practice for implementation and execution of war plans, to include: In depth knowledge of the Adaptive Planning & Execution (APEX) policies and procedures, the Joint Strategic Planning System (JSPS), and the Joint Staff and departmental structures and relationships with CCMDs.
• Ability to organize and lead study teams tasked to co-create new ideas, projects, and methodologies in context of strategic guidance and the operational environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to lead planning projects (analytical and synthesis) within established financial and/or time constraints. As required design, build, program, and use models and simulation techniques to facilitate findings

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.