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 develop, implement, and administer the Physical Security Program for United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The employee provides security expertise in a wide variety of security management functions required by Presidential Executive Order, Department of Defense, and service component regulations. Responsibilities DUTY 1: Serves as the technical authority for Special Operations Command Physical Security, enforcing all operational, functional, and mission assurance aspects of the program to include managing the operation and maintenance of all Force Protection and Physical Security systems. DUTY 2: Manages command physical security and resource protection programs. DUTY 3: Provides command-wide technical guidance and applies functional expertise necessary for the overall management of diverse programs affecting a complex multi-mission major command. DUTY 4: Manages the overall Command Physical Security Program and the Security Systems Branch within the Security Management Office. 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-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes apply mastery knowledge of regulations, policies, standards, procedures, methods and techniques applicable to a broad range of requirements sufficient to plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate diverse Physical Security programs. Applies knowledge by evaluating and installing multi-layered security systems and provides interagency coordination the Department of Homeland Security, various military departments, USD(I), and Joint Staff, in addition to serving as the Command physical security representative on all program reviews and staff assistance visits of command staff and component commands. -- Mastery knowledge of physical security regulations, and directives issued by the Department Homeland Security, Department of Defense, Military Services, applicable Executive Orders, Congressional laws and Federal Acquisition Regulations, and interpret new policy issuances for application in a variety of locations. Provides clear and logical explanations of regulations and applicable orders and laws. Applies knowledge in area of expertise by performing independent work and serving as a security participant on projects both within and outside USSOCOM. Comprehensive of security principles, and standards related to diverse contractor operations sufficient to apply a wide range of methods and techniques in the performance of contractor operations on government facilities, to determine compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and provisions. 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-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. 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: Mastery knowledge of physical security regulations, and directives issued by the Department Homeland Security, Department of Defense, Military Services, applicable Executive Orders, Congressional laws and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Developmental ability and technical expertise in a wide range of security concepts, principles, and practices to provide assistance to senior leadership and personnel on problem solving and requirements. Extensive knowledge of the physical security program and interrelationships with highly specialized areas of security, especially security systems, annual budgeting, and contracting practices. Thorough knowledge of facility design, method of construction, interpretation of prints and schematics, alarm systems, electrical principles, computerized access solutions, special access controls and their requirements. Expert ability in troubleshooting, installing, repairing and correcting malfunctions in complex electronic security/force protection systems where circuit theory must be used to understand the operation of individual circuits; in interpreting complex drawings, specifications and schematics of complete systems to recognize the functions and interconnections of components, assemblies and subassemblies. Masters skills and knowledge in the use of electronic test equipment such as automated test equipment, pulse and signal generators, digital data generators, digital voltmeters; and in the theories of a variety of hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, and soldering irons. 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 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.
