Telecommunications Specialist

This job posting is for a Telecommunications Specialist position, with a focus on managing and coordinating various telecommunications systems, as well as analyzing and troubleshooting related technologies. Below is a summary of the duties, qualifications, and requirements for this role:

Duties:

• Planning & Coordination: Plan, analyze, develop, and evaluate DLA's contingency telecommunications plans.
• System Management: Oversee the operation and management of call accounting systems, Cisco’s Call Manager, Unity Connection, and other voice-related systems such as Provisioning and Conferencing systems.
• Telecommunications Administration: Serve as a Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system administrator.
• Network Management: Modify, maintain, and troubleshoot DSL (Digital Subscriber Lines) and ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) circuits to support voice, data, and video transmission over routed networks.
• Telecommunications Program Management: Manage major communication functions within the Voice Services Branch.

Conditions of Employment:

• Citizenship: Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Security Clearance: Requires non-critical sensitive security clearance with secret access.
• Suitability Determination: Appointment is contingent on the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination (background check).
• Work Schedule: Set schedule.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Bargaining Unit: The position is covered under a bargaining unit.

Qualifications:

Specialized Experience:

• One year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level (or equivalent), which includes:
  • Planning, analyzing, developing, and coordinating telecommunications systems.
  • Managing system responsibilities for TMS (Telephone Management System), Cisco's Call Manager, and other voice systems.
  • Modifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting DSL and ISDN circuits for voice, data, and video transmission.

Competencies:

• Telecommunications Project/Program Management: Ability to oversee and manage large telecommunications projects and systems.
• Telecommunications Requirements Analysis: Understanding and analyzing technical requirements for telecommunications infrastructure.
• Communication: Effective communication skills for coordinating systems, troubleshooting issues, and interacting with other teams or departments.

Additional Requirements:

• COVID-19: Federal agencies may request vaccination status for implementing workplace safety protocols.
• Military Spouse Preference: Applicants eligible for Military Spouse Preference will receive priority consideration.
• Drug-Free Workplace: All applicants must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, including pre-employment drug testing.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

• Competency-Based Evaluation: Your resume and supporting documentation will be evaluated against the competencies for this role, including project management, telecommunications analysis, and communication skills. You will be rated based on the alignment of your experience with the job requirements.

Required Documents:

• Resume: Must include work schedule, hours worked per week, and dates of employment.
• Supporting Documentation: Relevant documents to support eligibility (e.g., military spouse preference, veteran status, etc.).

Additional Information:

• Military Retirees: Military retirees may require a waiver if applying within 180 days of their official retirement date.
• Relocation: No recruitment incentives or relocation assistance authorized for this position.

If you are interested in this position, ensure that your application package includes all the required documents and accurately reflects your relevant experience. Would you like help with your resume or any other aspect of the application