SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (NETWORK) (Title 5)

$88,205 - $114,663/Yr

Department of the Air Force - Kelly AFB, TX

Full-time - Manager

Kelly AFB, TX

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

This position is part of the 149TH COMMUNICATIONS SQUADRON located in San Antonio, TX. The purpose of this position is to perform a full range of supervisory functions providing administrative control and technical direction and oversight for subordinate personnel within the Section.

Responsibilities

• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.
• Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of incumbents.
• Evaluates work performance of subordinates and provides advice, counsel, or instruction on work and administrative matters.
• Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment.
• Hears and resolves complaints from incumbents, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level supervisor or manager.
• Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases.
• Identifies developmental and training needs of incumbents, providing or arranging for needed development and training.
• Provides technical expertise and management oversight in the installation, administration, optimization, and operation of multiple large and enhanced complex networks and communication systems.
• Maintains required information assurance certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M and other relevant acts.
• Independently oversees installation, configuration, testing, migration, integration, and operation within the network operating environment.
• Establishes project plans and priorities and coordinates with appropriate personnel to carry out the plans.
• Coordinates installation and sustainment issues with IT and telecommunications specialists.
• Monitors progress of assigned projects and ensures timelines are met.
• Manages the preparation of plans and procedures and documentation for use by IT and telecommunications technicians.
• Ensures availability and use of quality assurance checklists to ensure equipment, systems, and software meet technical design specifications.
• Manages Commissioning and Acceptance requirements for contractor delivered operating systems and services.
• Adheres to management control plan requirements by conducting self-inspection and staff assistance visits.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, or individual who owes allegiance to the U.S.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• Must be certified in accordance with DOD 8570.01-M and other relevant directives.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Irregular and/or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed.
• Experience leading, directing, and assigning work of personnel.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.