Air Defense Watch Specialist Featured
- Location
- Herndon, Virginia
- Wage
- Hourly
- Job ID
- 31462970756
- Posted
- 2024-10-30
Air Defense Watch Specialist job at Department Of Homeland Security in Herndon VA
Description, duties, responsibilities
Summary
This vacancy is for a GS-0301-11 AIR DEFENSE WATCH SPECIALIST located in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Coast Guard OPERATING LOCATION-D5 NCR COORDINATION CENTER-HERNDON VA. Duty location will be determined upon selection.
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open and closing dates
10/04/2024 to 10/15/2024
Salary
$82764 - $107590 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS 11
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Herndon VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
National security
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
20240###-####3-008617-IM-ST
Control number
812899200
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This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP ICTAP RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Individuals with disabilities
Military spouses
Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans
Land and base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista
Clarification from the agency
Status Candidates Merit Promotion Current Federal Employees Former Federal Employees Overseas Employees Former Overseas Employees CTAP ICTAP VRA VEOA 30% Disabled Schedule A Individuals with Disabilities Military Spouses Land and Base Management Peace Corps Americorps Vista For definitions of common terms found in this announcement:
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Duties
You will serve as a AIR DEFENSE WATCH SPECIALIST and be responsible for provides coordination among representatives of the Coast Guard (CG) Department of Defense (DOD) US Secret Service Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) US Capital Police and Customs and Border Patrol with the host agency the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:
Serving as an air defense watch specialist responsible for monitoring airspace within the DC SRFA and Flight Restricted Zone (FRZ) through surveillance of sophisticated radar systems computer networks and applications provided by North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Customs and Border Protection Air Marine Operations (CBP) to ensure compliance and maintain the security of NCR airspace.
Identifying track of interest (TOI) within the SFRA and determining if the TOI meets requirements to be operating in that location.
Monitoring multiple communication networks that involve continuous use of radios telephones Domestic Events Network (DEN) DOD Secure Red Switch Network (DRSN) and computer chat rooms established to maintain situational awareness and communicate with multiple agencies and DHS assets to facilitate information sharing and operational awareness.
Collecting compiling and disseminating mission generated detailed information Including times locations and commands given by controlling agency to ensure threat and incident information is properly acquired tracked and archived.
Maintaining situational awareness of all threats or incidents and acquire additional information on unfolding threats or events from federal state or local agencies to ensure communication.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Key Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
This position requires a Secret clearance.
Selectee must provide a valid state drivers license and safe driving record.
Time in Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements: This position has a positive Education Requirement in addition to at least one year of Specialized Experience or substitution of education for experience or combination (if applicable) in order to be found minimally qualified. Transcripts must be submitted with your application package. You MUST meet the following requirements:
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability skill and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.
Specialized experience must include the following:
Knowledge of air program strategies tactics and interdiction and interception of suspect aircraft and vessels
Utilizing a range of communication equipment specifically VHF (AM/FM) and UHF radios
Applying various principles concepts and practices of command and control and law enforcement tactics as they relate to the utilization of air assets conducting law enforcement operations; and writing and distributing situation reports for aircraft/vessel interception.
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability skill and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.
National Service Experience (i.e. volunteer experience): 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.
The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here
Additional information
Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities including Presidential Memoranda Executive Orders interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.
Due Weight
Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards as an indicator of quality of prior experience; no points will be assigned.
E-Verify
DHS uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.
Fair Chance Act
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint to ...@uscg.mil.
Suitability Statement
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306 Declaration for Federal Employment and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment dismissal after beginning work fine or imprisonment.
Shared Certificates Statement
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
Special Employment Consideration
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply to include persons with intellectual severe physical or psychiatric disabilities as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u) and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans Peace Corps VISTA volunteers and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents experiences and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process please contact ...@uscg.mil. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation
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Benefits
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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.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume optional cover letter and supporting documentation will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. If you meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job opportunity announcement we will compare your resume optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True/False Yes/No Multiple Choice questions). Your resume and/or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire or your score may be lowered. The best qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview.
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies/Knowledge Skills Abilities (KSAs):
Criminal Law
Incident Management
Oral Communication
Public Safety and Security
Writing
Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume:
Social Security Number (SSN)
Date of Birth (DOB)
Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position)
Personal information: such as age gender religious affiliation etc.
Benefits
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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.
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether youre a permanent part-time temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits however check with your agency to make sure youre eligible under their policies.
Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/date/year to month/date/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered.
SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):
Most recent SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal employee
An SF-50 showing your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade as required by the announcement.
Award 50s do not provide sufficient information. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include:
Within grade increases at the highest grade held; Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
SF-50s at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old.
Veterans preference documentation (Member Copy 4 of DD-214 Revised October 2013 SF-15 and VA letter if applicable. NOTE: The revised October 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy and all others are not usable. Please see Feds Hire Vets for detail.
Veterans claiming 5 point veterans preference must submit legible Member 4 Copy DD214(s) indicating Character of Service.
30% Disabled Veterans must submit their Member Copy 4 DD-214(s) which includes Character of Service and VA Disability Letter with percentage of disability OR documentation of disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
Other 10 point Preference Eligibles must submit applicable Member Copy 4 DD-214(s) which includes Character of Service and provide documentation of 10 point preference described on the back of the SF-15.
If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 and is claiming eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating you will be discharged/released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date you submit your certification as part of your application for this announcement. See the How to Apply section of this announcement for information on specific requirements for VOW certifications.
CTAP/ICTAP documentation if applicable.
Schedule A documentation if applicable. Note: Coast Guard welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility.
Military Spouses (if applicable) - You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e. a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouses active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouses 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service members death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate). You are not eligible if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried.
Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
Other noncompetitive or special appointing authorities (e.g. Peace Corps VISTA Public Land Corp Military Spouse VRA 30% Disabled Veterans Certain Former Overseas Employees Foreign Service etc.) must provide substantiating documentation as required.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement.
Political Appointees: OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch you must disclose this information.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To begin your online application click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire a resume and any applicable and or required supporting documentation. Please see the Required Documents section below for additional information. All application materials including transcripts must be in English. We encourage you to apply online.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume your online questionnaire and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM eastern standard time on 10/15/2024.
It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible you will not be able to view it in your application.
To verify the status of your application log into your USAJOBS account ( all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means visit:
If you are unable to apply online you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Irma Morales at ...@uscg.mil to obtain an alternative application.
Agency contact information
Irma Morales
Phone 206-###-#### Email ...@uscg.mil
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Once you submit your application we will assess your experience and training identify the best-qualified applicants and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status log on to your USAJOBS account click on Application Status and then click More Information. We expect to make a job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. View more information on applying for federal employment.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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Required Documents
Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/date/year to month/date/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered.
SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):
Most recent SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal employee
An SF-50 showing your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade as required by the announcement.
Award 50s do not provide sufficient information. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include:
Within grade increases at the highest grade held; Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
SF-50s at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old.
Veterans preference documentation (Member Copy 4 of DD-214 Revised October 2013 SF-15 and VA letter if applicable. NOTE: The revised October 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy and all others are not usable. Please see Feds Hire Vets for detail.
Veterans claiming 5 point veterans preference must submit legible Member 4 Copy DD214(s) indicating Character of Service.
30% Disabled Veterans must submit their Member Copy 4 DD-214(s) which includes Character of Service and VA Disability Letter with percentage of disability OR documentation of disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
Other 10 point Preference Eligibles must submit applicable Member Copy 4 DD-214(s) which includes Character of Service and provide documentation of 10 point preference described on the back of the SF-15.
If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 and is claiming eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating you will be discharged/released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days from the date you submit your certification as part of your application for this announcement. See the How to Apply section of this announcement for information on specific requirements for VOW certifications.
CTAP/ICTAP documentation if applicable.
Schedule A documentation if applicable. Note: Coast Guard welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility.
Military Spouses (if applicable) - You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e. a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouses active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouses 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service members death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate). You are not eligible if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried.
Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
Other noncompetitive or special appointing authorities (e.g. Peace Corps VISTA Public Land Corp Military Spouse VRA 30% Disabled Veterans Certain Former Overseas Employees Foreign Service etc.) must provide substantiating documentation as required.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement.
Political Appointees: OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch you must disclose this information.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
How to Apply
To begin your online application click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire a resume and any applicable and or required supporting documentation. Please see the Required Documents section below for additional information. All application materials including transcripts must be in English. We encourage you to apply online.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume your online questionnaire and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM eastern standard time on 10/15/2024.
It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible you will not be able to view it in your application.
To verify the status of your application log into your USAJOBS account ( all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means visit:
If you are unable to apply online you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Irma Morales at ...@uscg.mil to obtain an alternative application.
Read more
Agency contact information
Irma Morales
Phone 206-###-#### Email ...@uscg.mil
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Once you submit your application we will assess your experience and training identify the best-qualified applicants and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status log on to your USAJOBS account click on Application Status and then click More Information. We expect to make a job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. View more information on applying for federal employment.
Read more
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open and closing dates
10/04/2024 to 10/15/2024
Salary
$82764 - $107590 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Herndon VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
National security
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
20240###-####3-008617-IM-ST
Control number
812899200
For the full announcement and to apply visit www.usajobs.gov/job/812899200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions will be considered.
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