Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Branch Chief, Special Activities Branch in the Information Operations Division (J39) located at Headquarters, United States Central Command (USCENTCOM). Responsibilities Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the USCENTCOM Sensitive Activities Branch ensuring that the Command's Special Activities Programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meets Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) directed objectives. Develops goals and objectives that integrate sensitive capabilities into the branch. Exercises supervisory personnel and program management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Represents CCJ3 Information Operations Division-Special Activities Branch with a variety of functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with USCENTCOM Directorates and Special Staff, and external activities and offices, such as the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, the Intelligence Community, Combat Support Agencies, USCENTCOM components, deployed Task Forces, and Coalition members to execute courses of action which support USCENTCOM Theater Campaign Plans, Lines of Effort (LOEs) and Operations, Activities and Interests (OAIs). Serves as the focal point for Military Deception (MILDEC) programs. Provides subject matter expertise in overseeing the Command MILDEC program to meet established MILDEC planning and operational requirements in support of USCENTCOM objectives in accordance with Directives, Instructions, and Policies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes working knowledge of Sensitive Military Operations (SMO) and Deception Techniques, particularly Military Deception (MILDEC), Special Technical Operations (STO), and compartmentalized programs. Comprehensive knowledge of tactics, techniques, and procedures applied in joint operations planning and execution. Working knowledge of Joint Operations Planning and Execution Systems (JOPES) and the Joint Military Deception Planning Process (JMDPP). Skill in communicating complex, technical information both orally and in writing with senior military and civilian leaders. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: 1. Knowledge of Sensitive Military Operations (SMO) and Deception Techniques, particularly Military Deception (MILDEC), Special Technical Operations (STO), and compartmentalized programs. This includes comprehensive knowledge of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) applied in joint operations planning and execution. 2. Knowledge of Joint Operations Planning and Execution Systems (JOPES) and the Joint Military Deception Planning Process (JMDPP). 3. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practice and procedures. 4. Skill in communicating complex, technical information both orally and in writing with senior military and civilian leaders is critical. This includes presenting high-level briefings, negotiating strategic and operational issues, and providing subject matter expertise in sensitive activities. 5. Ability to lead, plan, organize, and direct cross functional teams through subordinate leaders, balancing workloads and ensuring effective utilization of resources. 6. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust the operations of multiple organizational segments, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. 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. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with 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. 2. 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 USCENTCOM, 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, safety mishap, or accident testing. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. 3. This position is emergency essential (E-E). The incumbent must meet all requirements of E-E positions and may be required, as a condition of employment, to take a series of vaccinations and annual boosters to immunize against anthrax and other diseases. During a crisis, the incumbent or designated alternate must continue to perform the E-E duties until relieved by proper authority. The same will be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of an E-E position and requires that the incumbent or designated alternate to be removed from any military recall status. All E-E employees must perform E-E duties during a crisis and/or after noncombatants evacuate. Failing to perform assigned E-E duties may result in disciplinary action against the incumbent up to and including removal from the federal service. 4. This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. 5. Incumbent may be required to perform periodic TDY (CONUS and OCONUS) in commercial and military aircraft. Travel to U.S. and allied countries' facilities, military bases, and austere, hostile environments to provide focused sensitive activity planning and execution support to real world operations, exercises, planning evolutions, and other activities. Education Additional Information 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. 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: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, 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/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.