Summary This position is part of the Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent serves as the principle advisor to the Operations Director (J3), and Vice Deputy Director J35 on all operational matters that affect the Department of Defense.
Duties Help
As a SUPERVISORY JOINT FORCE COORDINATOR DIVISION PLANNER at the GS- some of your typical work assignments may include:
- Supervises and coordinates the activities of the subordinate Branches within the Joint Force Coordinator Division (JFC) Division.
- Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work.
- Responsible for evaluating and recommending courses of action the JFC division regarding all ongoing operations and force provider responsibilities, tasks and associated command and control requirements.
- Responsible for managing force providing of assigned forces for Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrations, experiments
and exercises in support of joint staff efforts and events executed other combatant commands.
Requirements Help
Conditions of employment - Must be a U.S. citizen
- Males born after 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: Not Required
- Telework Eligibility: This position is SITUATIONALLY telework eligible
- Employee must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive (Top Secret/SCI) security clearance
- Drug Testing Designated Position: Yes
Qualifications You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service:
- Planning, developing, and executing extensive projects involving the full range of stakeholders;
- Leading role in the active participation in policy and decision making processes;
- Providing expertise, guidance and advice to Flag/General Officers (O-7 and above), Senior level/Executive Service civilians (GS-15 through SES 3) and senior staff (O-6);
- Providing oversight of internal and external operational command relationships, ongoing and planned operations training and exercises;
- Providing interpretation and enforcement guidance related to senior U.S. Government planning documents;
- Setting short, medium and long-term organizational objectives consistent with command strategic goals and objectives.
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: 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 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see 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 for more information.
For more information, please visit 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:
candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Expand Hide additional information
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.
Benefits 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.
