SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (Title 5)
Department: Department of the Army
Location(s): Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Salary Range: $124531 - $161889 Per Year
Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (Title 5), Position Description Number T5911900 and is part of the OK JFHQ, Oklahoma Army National Guard.
Major Duties:
- This position is located in the Joint Forces Headquarters (state); Command, Control, Communications and Computers (C4) Directorate (J-6); Office of the Director. The purpose of this position is to manage the state's C4 Systems Support program. The C4 systems include both the communications and computer systems required to implement the state command and control process and are the information exchange and decision support subsystems within the state total force Command and Control Support System. The incumbent serves as the principal staff officer and primary advisor to the Adjutant General and the Joint Chief of Staff for all matters pertaining to C4 systems which support the primary functions involving the collection, transportation, processing, dissemination and protection of information. Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the state J-6. Develops goals and objectives that integrate C4 objectives into state short and long term operational plans. Provides C4 program policy guidance and direction to the USPFO-DPI, ANG Communications Flights, the State Military Departments, and tenant organizations within the state. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promotes team building, implements quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements. Plans work for accomplishment by subordinate units, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules based on consideration of difficulty of requirements and assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of the staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Provides subordinate supervisors and staff with direction and advice regarding policies, procedures, and guidelines. Reviews and structures organization to optimize use of resources and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the organization. Balances workload and provides overall direction and vision to the subordinate unit chiefs on a wide range of information management and administrative issues. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Selects candidates for subordinate non-supervisory and supervisory positions taking into consideration skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO objectives. Ensures reasonable equity among units of performance standards developed, modified, and/or interpreted and rating techniques developed by subordinate supervisors. Explains performance expectations to subordinate supervisors and employees directly supervised and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Appraises performance of subordinate supervisors and other employees directly supervised and serves as reviewing official on evaluation of non-supervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors. Represents the command in dealings with a variety of state, state National Guard and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with all serviced organizations and all senior staff members within the state. Meets with key customers and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolves significant problems that arise. Ensures subordinate units provide customer guidance and training. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Serves as the primary staff advisor and authoritative expert to the Adjutant General, staff elements, and command officials on matters pertaining to information management/services, i.e., information technology (IT), communications, information assurance, printing, publishing, records management, official mail, e-mail, and visual information, both present and future. Actively participates in the Information Management Council (IMC). Serves as the technical proponent for strategic and tactical communications and IT systems. Develops, interprets, and oversees the administration of state policies, rules, and procedures adapted from policies prescribed by the National Guard Bureau, Department of the Army, Department of the Air Force, Department of Defense, and/or other federal laws or regulations (i.e. Clinger Cohen Act, Government Paperwork Reduction Act and Government Computer Security Act, etc. Provides authoritative advice, information and guidance regarding current and future information systems concepts, doctrine, practices, operations and technologies.
Qualifications: GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience, education or training in exercising supervisory personnel management responsibilities. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess ONE year experience at the GS-13 or equivalent that demonstrated accomplishment of computer project assignments that required a wide range of knowledge of computer requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled? Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12829242 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), 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: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Application Deadline: 2025-11-24