Program Specialist (SARSAT) - U.S. Coast Guard

To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Program Knowledge - knowledge and understanding of program mission, functions and organizational structure as well as functional relationships with DHS, DoW, DOS, NOAA, NASA, USAF, other government agencies, international SAR authorities and industry required to monitor, analyze, evaluate and formulate partner agencies positions and plans. Program Analysis - knowledge in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques and ability to plan, conduct and document a variety of analytical reports, including findings, conclusions and recommendations. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. 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. You will serve as a Program Specialist (SARSAT) and be responsible for providing system management, administration, oversight and project management expertise for the Coast Guard, and providing U.S. SARSAT Program transmission protocols to the Coast Guard systems which support Search and Rescue (SAR). Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Preparing and delivering oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions in support of the SARSAT Program, to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information on policy, proposed changes, and standards development. Providing operational experience and knowledge to achieve SAR mission execution capability and interoperability in the USCG and with other agencies and SAR authorities in compliance with U.S. treaty obligations, International Cospas-Sarsat Programme Agreement, other international agreements and the U.S. SARSAT Program Memorandum of Agreement. Serving as U.S. SARSAT Program expert in conducting and overseeing various interrelated projects and coordination with other similar national and international agencies and bodies. Providing strategic support to the SARSAT Program budget planning and forecasting. In connection with SARSAT Program member agencies (USAF, NOAA, and NASA), developing system architecture roadmaps and associated costs to support budget planning, programming, and execution. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information