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Summary

Space Policy and Doctrine Specialist

Represents and communicates USSPACECOM's interests and equities in the formulation of space, and missile defense, related policies and doctrines, both internally and with other Combatant Commands, the Services, OSD, Joint Staff, the Intelligence Community, the United Nations, allies and partners, and other relevant stakeholders.

Oversees and conducts detailed analysis of current and emerging doctrines, policies, and relevant agreements to ensure alignment with U.S. national security, military, and political objectives as related to USSPACECOM's UCP directed mission set.

Develops comprehensive policy and doctrine products, ensuring alignment with current higher-level publications.

Perform analysis of major scope or large-scale projects, modifying and adapting techniques to fit situations, some requiring innovative approaches.

U.S. Citizenship Required

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:

This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Disclosure of Political Appointments

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise

Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties

May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments

Work may require local travel to other facilities within a 30 mile radius

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. Employee is in a designated position that requires consent and thereafter be subject to and successfully complete, an initial, periodic, and random counterintelligence (CI)-scope polygraph examination as a condition of employment. The employee must successfully take and pass a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CIP) Examination. 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 Air Force, USSPACECOM, 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.

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 lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Specialized experience includes achieving, demonstrating, and maintaining the appropriate qualifications necessary to assume and execute key acquisition and/or support requirements; demonstrates skilled critical thinking in identifying, analyzing, and solving complex issues; takes and displays personal accountability in leading, overseeing, guiding, and/or managing programs and projects within areas of responsibility; possesses an operational understanding of organizational goals and priorities and fully complies with administrative policies, regulations and procedures when performing job operation; while having the knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and doctrine including Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, DoD, and Joint policies, doctrine, processes, and procedures as they apply to USSPACECOM missions. 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and doctrine including Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, DoD, and Joint policies, doctrine, processes, and procedures as they apply to USSPACECOM missions.

Knowledge of a wide range of pertinent regulations, policies, doctrine, and precedents involving SAP related planning, development, security, and execution.

Skill in planning, organizing and directing team work flow and ability to dialogue effectively with senior military officials in a joint environment to understand and implement proposals involving substantial agency resources.

Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work priorities to meet Branch/Division requirements and objectives with available resources.

Ability to read and analyze large amounts of data and information from a variety of sources, and make sound decisions.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

Job Description

Space Policy and Doctrine Specialist

Represents and communicates USSPACECOM's interests and equities in the formulation of space, and missile defense, related policies and doctrines, both internally and with other Combatant Commands, the Services, OSD, Joint Staff, the Intelligence Community, the United Nations, allies and partners, and other relevant stakeholders.

Oversees and conducts detailed analysis of current and emerging doctrines, policies, and relevant agreements to ensure alignment with U.S. national security, military, and political objectives as related to USSPACECOM's UCP directed mission set.

Develops comprehensive policy and doctrine products, ensuring alignment with current higher-level publications.

Perform analysis of major scope or large-scale projects, modifying and adapting techniques to fit situations, some requiring innovative approaches.

U.S. Citizenship Required

Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:

This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Disclosure of Political Appointments

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise

Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties

May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments

Work may require local travel to other facilities within a 30 mile radius

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. Employee is in a designated position that requires consent and thereafter be subject to and successfully complete, an initial, periodic, and random counterintelligence (CI)-scope polygraph examination as a condition of employment. The employee must successfully take and pass a Counterintelligence Polygraph (CIP) Examination. 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 Air Force, USSPACECOM, 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.

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 lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector). Specialized experience includes achieving, demonstrating, and maintaining the appropriate qualifications necessary to assume and execute key acquisition and/or support requirements; demonstrates skilled critical thinking in identifying, analyzing, and solving complex issues; takes and displays personal accountability in leading, overseeing, guiding, and/or managing programs and projects within areas of responsibility; possesses an operational understanding of organizational goals and priorities and fully complies with administrative policies, regulations and procedures when performing job operation; while having the knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and doctrine including Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, DoD, and Joint policies, doctrine, processes, and procedures as they apply to USSPACECOM missions. 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and doctrine including Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, DoD, and Joint policies, doctrine, processes, and procedures as they apply to USSPACECOM missions.

Knowledge of a wide range of pertinent regulations, policies, doctrine, and precedents involving SAP related planning, development, security, and execution.

Skill in planning, organizing and directing team work flow and ability to dialogue effectively with senior military officials in a joint environment to understand and implement proposals involving substantial agency resources.

Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work priorities to meet Branch/Division requirements and objectives with available resources.

Ability to read and analyze large amounts of data and information from a variety of sources, and make sound decisions.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.