SATELLITE NETWORK SCHEDULER with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Provides real time range resource control to assure that changes to the 24 hour schedule necessitated by revised support requirements, remote tracking station (RTS) equipment failures, communication failures, operational control node failures and satellite anomalies are incorporated into the SpATO schedule. Initiates the 24 hour scheduling process 40 hours prior to the start of the first support of that 24 hour period. Publishes conflict free 24 hour schedules which are directive to the supporting agencies and users of the SCN. Constructs the SCN weekly forecast schedule on the 7 day Forecast, showing negotiated support for each SCN satellite program. Provides resource scheduling technical expertise and guidance for planned and proposed Resource Scheduling and SCN projects. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance PCS expenses are NOT authorized for this position This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage and Fact Sheet Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a "Secret" Security clearance. Position may be subject to random drug testing Disclosure of Political Appointments Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Must be able to deal with stressful situations especially during real-time emergencies Required to work a rotating shift schedule. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty and/or overtime. Required to obtain and maintain certification as a Network Resource Scheduler. This is a direct duty support position identified by AFI 13-602 Space Operations Must be able to perform extended and recurring TDY. and will be required to use commercial or government transportation. Must have a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. May be required to act as the shift supervisor in the absence of the supervisor. Qualifications This is a "Key" position. It cannot be vacated during national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. Unless an alternate can be designated to perform the duties of this position during wartime, the incumbent of the "key" position must be screened from military recall status. This may require the incumbent to perform a variety of technical and administrative duties to include, but not limited to: approving leave for a few hours or emergences; providing input to the supervisor on performance, training needs, etc. of other employees; insuring adequate working conditions; assisting trainees and checking on their work; and resolves operational problems normally resolved by the shift supervisor. 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, 0301 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH 02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS 11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of Satellite Control Network Range Operations or similar system policies, procedures, and memorandum of understanding agreements; knowledge of satellite requirements and group equipment capabilities to build resource allocation schedules that assures maximum support is provided to each satellite program; and working knowledge of computer operations and data management. For current Federal Employees within General Schedule Pay Plans - Federal Time-In-Grade (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-11 or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. The purpose of TIG restrictions is to prevent excessively rapid promotions in competitive service GS positions and to protect competitive principles. 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. Knowledge of AFSCN Range Operations or similar type system policies, procedures, and memorandum of understanding and agreements. 2. Knowledge of satellite requirements and ground equipment capabilities to build resource allocation schedules that assures maximum support is provided to each satellite program. 3. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner with a wide variety of personnel to include military, contractors, and government personnel using tact and diplomacy. 4. Comprehensive knowledge in conflict resolution to serve and/or lead working groups in negotiating solutions; coordinate and resolve problems that arise during conflict resolution; real-time emergencies; and technical interchange meetings. 5. Working knowledge of computer operations and data management. 6. Ability to use logical assessment and ingenuity to arrive at innovative conclusions where policies and directives are scarce or nonexistent. Ability in understanding concepts, principles and practices involving orbital mechanics, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, and computer technical fields as it relates to satellite scheduling. 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 This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information AcqDemo Expanded Probationary Period for Supervisors and Managers: An additional supervisory probationary period of one year may be required when an employee is officially assigned to a different supervisory position. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MPS applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application . The Vacancy ID is To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here . Benefits 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility 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

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