SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

In order to qualify, you must meet the competency-based qualification standard described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for information technology management series. Competency-Based Qualification Standard: Competency-based qualification requirements include a set of required competencies and related proficiency levels by grade.

A competency-based qualification provides a flexible way for agencies to determine if applicants are qualified for a position because of the many options for assessing applicants (e.g., ability tests, work samples, structured interviews). In addition, the same assessments may be used for rating purposes, enabling a more seamless assessment process for both the applicant and agency. The Competency Based Qualifications Standard are individual occupational requirements (IOR's).

Individual Occupational Requirements are unique to occupations and are minimum requirements e.g., experience or other requirements, for particular occupational series or positions within a series based on statistical validity, legal requirements and/or statue. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next to lower grade NH-13 or equivalent in the Federal Service.

Specialized experience must include IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving-AND-I have at least one year of specialized experience at the NH-03 or GS-14 grade level or higher or equivalent in other pay systems.

Specialized experience is experience providing technical leadership and project/program oversight over highly complex cyberspace, information technology (IT), and knowledge management (KM) activities.

Examples of this experience: Leads provisions of essential Cyber, IT, and Knowledge Management (KM) services for and directs operational support to a very large organization; Recommends restructuring, reorienting, and/or recasting of immediate and long range goals, objectives, plans and schedules to meet substantial changes in legislation, program authority and/or funding; plans and coordinates all phases of the acquisition, implementation, and integration of Cyber, IT, and KM assets; establishes, revises or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design; evaluates the impact emerging technology will have on business practices and takes into consideration financial, manpower, and personnel constraints while managing the development of capital investment plans designed to meet changing technology needs in the organization.

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: Expert knowledge and ability to provide technical leadership and project/program oversight over highly complex cyberspace, information technology (IT), and knowledge management (KM) activities. Skill in developing new theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods in the specialty area(s).

Skill in conducting substantial coordination among a variety of organizations and high-level managers to identify and integrate internal and external program issues affecting the organization or agency, such as integrating IT programs with other programs of equivalent scope and complexity as well as those involving other technical, financial, organizational, and administrative factors.

Ability to collaborate at appropriate levels with organizations both inside and outside AFMC, the Air Force, DoD and its agencies, and the Federal Government. Knowledge of personnel management, EEO, and safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the functions (as well as mentoring, motivating, and appraising the staff) of an organization through subordinate supervisors.

Ability to develop, implement, evaluate, and improve processes and procedures to monitor the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of the organization. Knowledge of DoD financial planning and programming processes, Federal budget cycles, project/program management, acquisition planning, and contracting methodologies sufficient to identify and defend requirements, integrate activities, and lead teams to meet cyberspace, IT, and KM mission requirements throughout the command and in inter-agency environments.

Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of multiple organizational segments to meet program requirements, goals, and objectives within available resources. Knowledge of current and new cyber/IT systems architectures, life-cycle processes, integration and interoperability, design operations and configuration, facilities, practices and methodology across the Government, private industry, and academia.

Ability to advise other IT experts throughout the agency or in other agencies on a variety of situations and issues that involve applying or adapting new theories, concepts, principles, standards, methods, or practices, that are developed by the employee or result from the employee's leadership.

Skill and ability to speak and write effectively, to address highly complex technical and controversial issues (frequently in terms understandable to non-technical personnel), serve as senior consultant to agency management officials, prepare and give briefings, chair meetings, lead task forces, and prepare reports and statements for senior military (General Officer/SES), government, and private sector management officials.

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.

Directs, leads, plans, organizes, and manages Cyberspace, Information Technology (IT), and Knowledge Management (KM) programs and activities. Leads provision of essential Cyber, IT, and KM services for and directs operational support to a very large organization (typically a host Wing or installation). Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time.

Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Makes periodic, comprehensive assessments and evaluations of program goals/objectives which provide a basis for long and short-range planning to enhance the organization's support capabilities. Represents the organization in a variety of installation and functional area activities.

Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other organizations, outside agencies, and senior leadership.