JOINT OPERATIONS PLANNING SPECIALIST

Summary

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Duties

• Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to Plan and coordinate all deployments of joint space capabilities (manpower and systems), provided to Geographic Combatant Commands (GCC) for operations. Provide guidance oversight and facilitation over all subordinate Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) operators; control access and management of USSPACECOM operational plans; set permissions for subordinate JOPES operators; and develop supplemental letters of instruction to all members of the JPEC as to how to deploy, employ, and redeploy USSPACECOM capabilities. DUTIES: Plans, organizes, and oversees the command's JOPES operational activities as the Functional Manager for CDRUSSPACECOM. Serves as JOPES / Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) Program Coordinator. Manages command-level operational planning requirements and implements operating policies and procedures for USSPACECOM supporting operational TPFDD plans

Qualifications

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 for Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include comprehensive knowledge of DoD military command structure, mission, and relationship factors to make recommendations that influences the development, interpretation, and execution of DoD operations and exercise planning. Knowledge of the roles and organization of the Services, Combatant Commands (CCMDs), and DoD agencies as they apply to crises and consequence management. Knowledge of DoD security policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of U.S. National Policy (i.e. National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Guidance for the Employment of the Force, Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan, Guidance for the Development of the Force, Global Force Management Allocation Plan, Global Force Management Implementation Guidance and other applicable national plans and policy documents) as well as security issues and an understanding of military forces capabilities and functions to develop operations orders and crisis action plans; including knowledge of the forces and resources required to accomplish a wide variety of military operations, contingencies, and other missions. Expert knowledge of policy, procedures, processes, and information flow associated with Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES)/Joint Planning and Execution Services (JPES) on behalf of CDRUSSPACECOM. Knowledge of joint and service operational planning, budgeting, evaluations processes, management procedures, software, and hardware for Global Force Management (GFM) and JOPES IT systems. 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: Comprehensive knowledge of DoD military command structure, mission, and relationship factors to make recommendations that influences the development, interpretation, and execution of DoD operations and exercise planning. Knowledge of the roles and organization of the Services, CCMDs, and DoD agencies as they apply to crises and consequence management. Knowledge of DoD security policies and procedures. Extensive knowledge of U.S. National Policy (i.e. National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, Unified Command Plan, Guidance for the Employment of the Force, Joint Strategic Capabilities Plan, Guidance for the Development of the Force, Global Force Management Allocation Plan, Global Force Management Implementation Guidance and other applicable national plans and policy documents) as well as security issues and an understanding of military forces capabilities and functions to develop operations orders and crisis action plans; including knowledge of the forces and resources required to accomplish a wide variety of military operations, contingencies, and other missions. Expert knowledge of policy, procedures, processes, and information flow associated with JOPES/JPES on behalf of CDRUSSPACECOM. Knowledge of joint and service operational planning, budgeting, evaluations processes, management procedures, software, and hardware for GFM and JOPES IT systems. Skill in deployment and distribution tactics, techniques, and procedures to effectively oversee planning & integration of joint forces including project development and execution, training, and advisory services. Advanced skill sufficient to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships with diverse groups and executive-level command management. Exceptional ability to solve broad organizational issues, implement strategic plans within and across organizational components, and ensure a cooperative teamwork environment. 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 09/10/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13055090 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.