TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST (SPECTRUM) (TITLE 32
About the company
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST (SPECTRUM) (TITLE 32, Position Description Number D1587P01 and is part of the IL DCSIM, National Guard.
Your tasks
As a TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST (SPECTRUM) (TITLE 32, GS-0391-11, you will serve as the Spectrum Manager for the State National Guard Headquarters and provides technical support and oversight for statewide Army spectrum program. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Develops and manages the command spectrum management program, which includes all aspects of bandwidth spectrum management. Provide spectrum management operations support to each unit, organization, or activity (military and civilian) authorized the use of frequencies IAW the Army Frequency Management Office, AR 5-12, and other applicable state and local regulations and procedures. ldentify/deconflict frequencies for military/Domestic Operations (DOMOPS). Manage frequencies assigned and monitors spectrum to ensure accountability. Plans for an organized and documented scheme that identifies the specific spectrum resources required for a military operation (such as a contingency operation or field training exercise) or to operate a telecommunications system (such as a Satellite Communications system). Evaluates all purchases involving spectrum dependent (S-D) equipment for suitability and network integration and use. Coordinates with agency level COMSEC account managers to maintain current allocations and obtain new authorizations. Maintains the state frequency emitter list. Coordinates with numerous state and federal agencies to ensure required frequencies are available for multi-agency operations, state compacts, convoy movements, etc. Monitors preventive maintenance programs for all expeditionary and operations (tactical/COTS) equipment assigned to the HQ, maintaining appropriate documentation in accordance with military regulations/publications to record performed maintenance and schedules. Ensures compliance with appropriate physical and COMSEC security measures, TEMPEST, and red/black engineering and installation criteria for all systems as required. Consults with commercial carriers, Program Managers, and military technical control facilities regarding upcoming exercises or anticipated periods of heavy traffic before scheduling equipment tests or downtime for maintenance.
Requirements
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of considerations for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence, The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. The FIFTH area of consideration will be all U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Enlisted/Warrant Officer/Officer - NTE rank of O5 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11 Level MUST possess at least 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level of GS-9: experience, education and training that provided knowledge of communications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media; knowledge of electronic communications concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; application of specialized communications methods and analytical techniques; technical knowledge of the operational and performance characteristics of communications equipment, automated control and network management systems, transmission media, and the relationships among component parts of telecommunications systems; and competencies in the subject matter or business processes associated with the DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force telecommunication programs. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experience; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
If you are using Education to qualify for this position, for a GS-11 you MUST possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Education MUST be in a field related to the position to be filled such as telecommunications management. You must provide OFFICIAL transcripts to support your Educational claims.
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Selectee will be required to wear a military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. Incumbent must complete appropriate Risk Management training and request appropriate (eMASS) roles within 6 months of hire IAW AR 25-2, DA PAM 25-2-14 or applicable governing requirements. Incumbent must be eligible to be enrolled in the Department of the Army Cryptographic Access Program (DACAP) IAW AR 380-40. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.