REQUIREMENTS SPECIALIST
Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Summary
This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent is responsible for the processing and handling of all Active and Reserve
component general and flag officer nominations throughout the Joint Staff and Department of Defense (DoD) Agencies.
Duties
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As a REQUIREMENTS SPECIALIST at the GS-0301-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:
Coordinate nominations through the Joint Chiefs of Staff and tracked through Secretary of Defense submission to the President of the United States, to the Senate and Senate confirmation. Serve as the action officer for all general officer and flag officer joint tour-length waiver and extension requests, joint duty representative requests for promotion boards, the Joint Staff general officer and flag officer representation report, and all public announcements for the Director, Joint Staff (DJS), and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) regarding general and flag officer matters. Develops and prepares information, correspondence, responses and monitors suspense on a variety of complex, critical and highly sensitive documents which require the DJS and/or the CJCS signatures. Analyze and synthesis information, write reports, and brief senior leaders in the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Defense Agencies and Field Activities and the Military Services. Provides information, recommendations, and participates in the development of Joint Staff general and flag officer management policies or procedures to implement new program requirements. Consults with all levels of management within the DoD and other federal agencies to ensure operational guidance is current, reflective of program objectives, and supports the goals of the Joint Staff and the DoD. Requirements
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Conditions of employment
Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Full Time Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Required/Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
Analyze and synthesize information, write reports and brief senior leaders in the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Defense Agencies and Field Activities and the Military Services; Interprets policies and procedures governing Active and Reserve Component, joint (Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Marine Corps) General Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO) management to help formulate legislation that may directly impact the general and flag officer population; Applies knowledge of program operation practices, tools, and methods to develop and manage programs that will further the 1- and 2-star nomination process; Utilizes strong written and verbal communication techniques to use tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills when working with management; Work effectively with office teammates and with counterparts in the Department of Defense (DoD) and outside agencies to prioritize tasks, deconflict competing demands, and complete tasks.
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.
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA):
To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs : This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities : For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Other Notes:
Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent is responsible for the processing and handling of all Active and Reserve
component general and flag officer nominations throughout the Joint Staff and Department of Defense (DoD) Agencies.
Duties
Help
As a REQUIREMENTS SPECIALIST at the GS-0301-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:
Coordinate nominations through the Joint Chiefs of Staff and tracked through Secretary of Defense submission to the President of the United States, to the Senate and Senate confirmation. Serve as the action officer for all general officer and flag officer joint tour-length waiver and extension requests, joint duty representative requests for promotion boards, the Joint Staff general officer and flag officer representation report, and all public announcements for the Director, Joint Staff (DJS), and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) regarding general and flag officer matters. Develops and prepares information, correspondence, responses and monitors suspense on a variety of complex, critical and highly sensitive documents which require the DJS and/or the CJCS signatures. Analyze and synthesis information, write reports, and brief senior leaders in the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Defense Agencies and Field Activities and the Military Services. Provides information, recommendations, and participates in the development of Joint Staff general and flag officer management policies or procedures to implement new program requirements. Consults with all levels of management within the DoD and other federal agencies to ensure operational guidance is current, reflective of program objectives, and supports the goals of the Joint Staff and the DoD. Requirements
Help
Conditions of employment
Must be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Work Schedule: Full Time Overtime: Occasionally Tour of Duty: Flexible Recruitment Incentives: May be Authorized Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Financial Disclosure: Required/Not Required Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:
Analyze and synthesize information, write reports and brief senior leaders in the Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Defense Agencies and Field Activities and the Military Services; Interprets policies and procedures governing Active and Reserve Component, joint (Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Marine Corps) General Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO) management to help formulate legislation that may directly impact the general and flag officer population; Applies knowledge of program operation practices, tools, and methods to develop and manage programs that will further the 1- and 2-star nomination process; Utilizes strong written and verbal communication techniques to use tact and diplomacy and negotiation skills when working with management; Work effectively with office teammates and with counterparts in the Department of Defense (DoD) and outside agencies to prioritize tasks, deconflict competing demands, and complete tasks.
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.
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA):
To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs : This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities : For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Other Notes:
Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.