Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Duties The primary purpose of this position is: Serves as Standards Analyst in the Operations Standards Branch for the NORAD Current Operations Division. Develops and standardizes guidance, policy, and procedures as NORAD Headquarters, Region, Sector, and tactical alert operations specialist. As Headquarters level operational analyst and technical advisor for NORAD aerospace warning and aerospace control missions, provides Operations Standards Analyst expertise, guidance, and support to NORAD Headquarters, three NORAD Regions, and all assigned and participating U.S. and Canadian agencies, organizations and units. Fulfills NORAD Battle Staff, NORAD Current Operations (CUOPs), NORAD Future Operations Cell (NFOC), and NORAD&USNORTHCOM Joint Operations Center (N&NC JOC) CUOPs operations analyst and duty officer requirements
Duties
- Provides Standards Analyst support to leadership and staff at NORAD Headquarters, Regions, Sectors, and assigned/tasked/participating units.
- Serves as the primary Battle Staff Operations Analyst & Duty Officer, providing subject matter expertise and Current Operations Division support to NORAD&USNORTHCOM (N&NC) Battle Staff, including NORAD Current Operations (CUOPs), NORAD Future Plans Cell (FPC), NORAD Future Operations Cell (NFOC), and N&NC Joint Operations Center (N&NC JOC), during exercises and real world contingency operations.
- Performs Program Manager (PM) duties for the Operations Support Aviation Program (OSAP) and Civil Aviation Education and Training (CAE&T) programs.
- As a NORAD Training Officer, develops training programs and materials, delivers presentations, and provides education and training for N&NC JOC Initial Qualification Training, Aerospace Control Subject Matter Expert (SME) training, USAF IMA Reservist Training, OSAP training, and for NORAD's Civil Aviation Education and Training (CAE&T) programs.
Qualifications
Conditions of Employments: (cont'd)
- This position is designated by the Air Force as a Test Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is (A) to refrain from use of illegal drugs and (B) if required, to submit to urinalysis testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive position presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP.
- May be required to perform Battle Roster functions during Exercise and Real World events. Battle Roster functions may include, but are not limited to, Joint Personnel Operation Cell, Contingency Command Center, Future Operations Center, Joint Enabling Capability, and other tasks as assigned. These duties may require additional duty hours and/or alternate duty locations.
- This is a KEY position IAW 32 CFR, Part 44 Appendix A and DoD Directive 1200.7. A Key Position is a Federal position that cannot be vacated during a war, national emergency, or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. Applicants for positions designated as "Key" positions who do not agree to this condition shall not be extended an offer of employment
- This position is Non-Combat Essential (NCE) IAW Section 1580 of title 10, USC, and DOES NOT provide civilian support to combat operations. Duties of this position are to provide support for expeditionary requirements and could be deployed to support emergency operations, humanitarian missions, disaster relief or other expeditionary missions in the continental United States or overseas, that are NOT considered "combat" locations. Employee must meet the medical and suitability requirements of the positions as outlined in OF-178 and sign the DD Form 2365 as a condition of employment.
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; Series 0301.
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 comprehensive knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structure and operation of the DoD, Air Force, and user commands that govern, interface with, and/or influence assigned programs. Including the laws, principles, policies, practices, and procedures regarding Air Defense; Knowledge of Homeland Defense activities, operations and exercises as used by DoD, the Joint Staff, other Combatant Commands and the Services; Knowledge of Bi-National and federal law enforcement and emergency services structures and relationships. Broad-based technical knowledge of current local, state and federal emergency and contingency planning. Familiarity with the operations of FAA, TSA, CBP and other federal emergency management organizations (i.e. military combat centers) and the command-and-control systems used in these centers that support joint training, exercises and war games.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-inÂ-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:
- Knowledge of Air Defense concepts, principles, practices, methods, and techniques to provide expert judgment concerning aviation programs/operations. Understanding of Air Defense operations, aerospace control mission and maritime warning mission.
- Knowledge of structure and mission of U.S. and Canadian interagency partner organizations, most specifically air traffic control and law enforcement organizations.
- Knowledge of staff structure, to include HQ, Region, and Sector levels, within a Major Military Command or equivalent.
- Knowledge of U.S. and Canadian civil aviation procedures and regulations, such as NORAD Air Defense of the U.S. and Canada (ADUSCAN) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) publication.
- Knowledge of military defense exercises such as VIGILANT SHIELD, ARDENT SENTRY, FALCON VIRGO, and others.
- Skill in conducting presentations/briefings. Effective oral and written communication skills to provide education and training to pilots, internal members, interagency partners, and external civilian organizations. Ability to resolve complex, unique problems, conditions, or issues, and the capability to significantly alter standard practices, processes and known techniques. Ability to analyze and understand warfare situations and problems. Ability to interpret and develop policy, regulations. procedures and system processes. Ability to generate and develop new hypotheses and theories to properly standardize a myriad of agency missions in a multidisciplinary environment, across multiple organizational levels, services, and countries.
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.How you will be evaluated Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.
Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.
The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. How to apply The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/13/2026
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13111057
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.
- Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here.
- For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
- Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.
- Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume.
- A complete Application Questionnaire
- Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant. Other 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 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.
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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.
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