Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): Peterson AFB, Colorado
Salary Range: $127818 - $166163 Per Year
Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT info. The primary purpose is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing. and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to USNORTHCOM J5 working Counter Threat Network (CTN} and Counter Threat Finance (CTF) issues/activities in support of USNORTHCOM mission in accordance with Counternarcotics (CN) purpose statute 31 USC Section 1301.
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Qualifications: Conditions of Employment Continued: 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 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 Air Force, national security, and public safety. The selectee must sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP. 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, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes master knowledge and understanding of CN, CTF, and Transnational Threats to include organizations and agency current missions, capabilities, organization and intelligence support to law enforcement operations. Knowledge of DOD and USNORTHCOM, DEA and other law enforcement. and military services is required. Comprehensive knowledge of Federal, OSD, and Joint Staff strategic planning guidance. Expert knowledge of strategy, policy, doctrine, and traditional combatant command activities as they apply to Joint Staff planning and processes for CN and CTF missions. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: Substantiate knowledge and understanding of the Department of Defense, United States Interagency, and nongovernmental Counter Threat Finance Programs. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of the roles and organization of DOD Agencies, Services, combatant commands, and federal, state and local agencies, including the National Guard. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to analyze information, reaches quick and appropriate decisions, and effectively resolves problems. Identify unique customer needs, tailor plans and strategies, and implement action within established policies. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in support of the USNORTHCOM CN mission. Knowledge of M3, Analyst Notebook, TripWire, PROTON, QLIX, PALANTIR and other analyst community programs. Thorough knowledge of CN/CTF policy and doctrine; joint force policies and procedures; DOD service and joint organizational structure, national intelligence organizations, and other pertinent agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, U.S. Department of Treasury etc. 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 to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/10/2025 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12839858 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: 1. 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. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Application Deadline: 2025-12-10