PROGRAM ANALYST (JOINT EXERCISE PLANNER)

Top Secret Position at Macdill AFB, FL

Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the COCOM training and exercise program.

Represents COCOM at a variety of DoD and Joint Staff senior-level meetings.

Provides input to leadership concerning policy guidance and the development and execution of combined military exercises and training requirements in the COCOM area of responsibility.

Assists with the development of budgets for the Exercise Program.

U.S. Citizenship Required.

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.

This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.

Disclosure of Political Appointments.

Direct Deposit : All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Must possess and be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

This position has been designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment and participation in random drug testing.

This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.

Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

An advance degree in International Relations, Middle East Studies / history, or related field is desirable.

Incumbent must be able to handle stressful, "do it now" situations on a daily basis and must often work extended hours to meet immediate, urgent request from the Division Chief, Director, or Commander / Deputy / Chief of Staff.

Work may occasionally require travel overseas to remote locations with the COCOM AOR where heightened security measures are required.

This position is TERM not to exceed 13 months after entry on duty.

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, Management and Program Analysis Series, 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Example of Specialize experience includes expert knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, including DoD and Joint management principles, methodologies, and financial management directives, to effectively plan, execute, and evaluate joint military exercises and programs for participating in or conducting major large-scale military exercises and / or multifaceted programs such as the Large Scale Global Exercise (LSGE), Globally Integrated Exercise (GIE), and the Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP); and thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) processes and capabilities, supporting COCOM exercise and training requirements, and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and accurate program assessment and ensuring established procedures are followed and developing new solutions to unique challenges posed by changing military needs, mission requirements, and evolving geopolitical contexts.

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.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and / or competencies in the following areas : 1. Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques, including DoD and Joint management principles, methodologies, and financial management directives, to effectively plan, execute, and evaluate joint military exercises and programs. 2. Knowledge and practical experience in combat and non-combat operations, including Joint Exercise and Training processes, to oversee strategy development, policy implementation, and long-term planning for Mission Rehearsals and crisis response exercises. 3. Knowledge of the Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) processes and capabilities, supporting COCOM exercise and training requirements, and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and accurate program assessment. 4. Skill and ability to plan and organize complex joint military exercises and provide technical expertise in the execution and evaluation of battle staff training events. 5. Ability to analyze and adjust work operations across multiple organizational segments, ensuring program requirements and objectives are met through efficient resource allocation and reallocation. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior leadership ensuring clarity in conveying policy, planning, and operational recommendations.

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 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.