Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties.
Responsibilities
DUTY 1: Directs, manages and oversees intelligence activities required to support unit operations. Serves as Assistant Intelligence officer in charge (OIC) in the ISR Operations section. DUTY 2: Serves as 701 st Combat Operations Squadron focal point for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems as well as actively participating in the analysis, testing and implementation of new or modified intelligence data system components and/or software to meet customer needs. DUTY 3: Researches, reviews, interprets, evaluates, and integrates all-source data to produce/present all source intelligence reports and assessments. DUTY 4: Serves as focal point for Unit Type Code (UTC) management and manpower/personnel/training requests and documentation for squadron personnel assigned to the intelligence career field. DUTY 5: Attends and participates in conferences, meetings and workshops as required, providing information or briefings on designated intelligence issues or topics. Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities for 1-2 subordinate personnel.
Qualifications
THIS IS AN AIR RESERVE TECHNICIAN OFFICER POSITION. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Officer position located at 701 COMBAT OPERATIONS SQ with the military rank of MAJ (O-4), AFSC: 014N3. For questions concerning military eligibility please contact the Air Force Reserve Qualification Center at 1-800-257-1212. This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the 12-grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. 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 Management Positions. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect quality level experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Quality experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of creditable experience include: Knowledge (as would be acquired through a pertinent baccalaureate educational program or equivalent in work experience) of the principles, concepts, and methodology of the intelligence career field such that it permits independent performance of recurring assignments that are somewhat complex; a practical knowledge of a wide range of analytical principles, concepts, and practices relevant to the intelligence career field either gained relevant graduate study and/or equivalent work experience. Additionally, the incumbent uses a broad knowledge of military structure, political affairs and history regarding assigned area when analyzing intelligence data. The incumbent must have knowledge of but is not limited to electronic, imagery, and signals; intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) computer systems, architecture, and software as they apply to AFRC intelligence processes; command, control and communications protection and monitoring; and project management techniques; etc. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. AND 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: 1. Extensive knowledge of intelligence procedures, methodology, techniques and strategies including but not limited to: electronic, imagery, and signals; intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (JSR); computer systems, architecture, and software as they apply to AFRC intelligence processes; command, control and communications protection and monitoring; intelligence data collection, validation and production procedures; and project management techniques. 2. Broad knowledge of military structure, with specific emphasis on AFRC subordinate units and command activities and functions, as well as political affairs and history regarding assigned area when analyzing intelligence data. 3. Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of real or potential security threats to or problems for program operations. Knowledge of and ability to develop intelligence career field training programs and conduct training and testing. 4. Ability to plan detailed and complex studies, anticipate and solve problems, and to collect, organize, and interrelate large amounts of diversely formatted data drawn from a wide variety of sources. 5. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with individuals and groups within the office as well as outside the immediate work unit. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, under both normal and high stress conditions associated with emergency situations. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS PERTAINING TO THIS POSITION: 1. This is an Air Reserve Technician position. The incumbent's regular assignment consists primarily of ART duties; however, member may be given non-ART tasks not to exceed 30 percent of the total responsibilities. 2. May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft and perform off-station temporary duty (TDY) and travel. 3. Incumbent must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to permit full participation in unit training assemblies. 4. IAW DoD I 3020.42, the position has been locally designated as Mission Essential (ME); needed to ensure the continued operation of mission essential functions of the activity. Mission Essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting, and remain on duty during phased or early release. 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.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel Systems (DCIPS) position implemented under Section 504, Title V of Public Law 99-569, Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987, as codified in Sec 1601, Chap 83 of Title 10 United States Code which sets forth Air Force policies and procedures for DCIPS. This position is in the Excepted Service.