TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER with Security Clearance

Duties * You will manage the procurement, assignment, and protection of radio frequencies. * You will prepare the engineering data for frequency, telecommunication and other Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (CSISR) matters. * You will analyze technical data of communication systems based upon knowledge of radio equipment and radio propagation. * You will initiate direct actions at the National or International level to eliminate conflicts in frequency assignments which arise because of the heavily congested radio frequency spectrum. * You will perform supervisory functions for one GS-12 employee, and two military personnel. * You will serve as senior Telecommunications Specialist for analyzing technical data of communication systems based upon knowledge of radio equipment and radio propagation. * You will serve as the technical authority responsible for communicating the frequency assignment process to all levels of command, orally and in writing. * You will serve as a senior Telecommunications Project Manager, and exercise centralized accountability and oversight of all project resources. * You will participate in meetings and briefings to investigate problems, coordinate projects, and keep abreast of changes in operations, requirements, or technological advances. Requirements Conditions of employment * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be determined suitable for federal employment. * Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov * Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. * Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. * Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing. * May be required to bend, stoop, and crouch to inspect and assess equipment and supporting facilities. * May be exposed to dirty, dusty, noisy, and inclement weather when conducting field visits. * This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. Qualifications GS-13 Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: * Experience completing Interservice Radio Frequency Management School (IRFMS) or the Army equivalent Electromagnetic Spectrum Managers Course. * Experience performing as an expertise in Radio Frequency Management at Agency, National and Internation level. * Experience demonstrating a strong background in international treaties, National agreements and arrangements pertaining to frequency protection and spectrum efficiency. In addition, there are Individual Occupational Requirements: Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. * Several vacancies may be filled. * A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. * Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation, PCS, or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. * A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: . Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.