TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST (SPECTRUM) (TITLE 32

About the role

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.

What you will do

• 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

• 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.

Education

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.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Spectrum Management Telecommunications Telecommunications Project/Program Management

Documents you must provide

• Your resume clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position.
• Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number.
• It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
• Resume must not exceed 2 pages.
• SF-50 - Must include if you are a current or previous federal employee.
• Other supporting documents (as applicable): Certifications DD-214 SF-50 - Please include if you are a current or previous federal employee.
• OFFICIAL Transcript NGIL Form 73 *** *NGIL Form 73 - Illinois National Guard Technician Program Supplement to Application for Dual Status (DS), to reflect military qualifications.
• Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation, applicants with no military qualifications must submit form stating, "not applicable" and signature on page 2 of the NGIL Form 73.
• Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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