Operations Specialist, GS-0301-12 (54017)

POSITION DUTIES

Serves as Operations Specialist within the Mission Support Office of the Army Corps of Engineers-Seattle District (CENWS) by providing guidance and advice and managing complex projects, studies, and action items under the direction of the Mission Support Officer. Synchronizes and coordinates CENWS objectives, plans, programs, and procedures that includes central taskings; development and coordination of the mission analysis and orders process; serious incident reports (SIR); and maintenance of CENWS’s Long Range and Key Events Calendar. Serves as advisor to the Mission Support Officer on matters pertaining to NWS current operations, future operations, and program planning.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Serves as an action officer and project manager for a wide variety of projects and assignments that may involve, individually or collectively, all personnel assigned to CENWS. Provides subject matter expertise and development of methodology, programs, and directives to support CENWS with oversight of central tasking, planning, and analysis of requirements as directed by HQs Northwest Division (NWD) and HQ, US Army Corps of Engineers. Prepares taskings to staff and divisions to accomplish response to higher HQ taskings. Plans, directs, and coordinates a team effort in responding to taskings from NWS leadership. Collects, compiles, and analyzes statistical and narrative data, developing associated reports, and providing recommendations. 20%

2. Develops, coordinates, and implements necessary actions, regulations, and policies. Conducts detailed research, analysis, and review in preparing staff actions and coordinating support for orders and taskings. Prepares Warning Orders (WARNORD), Fragmentary Orders (FRAGORD), Operations Orders (OPORD), Daily Tasking Orders (DTO), and related documents to include organizing, formatting, assuring accuracy, and completeness of the final publications. Reviews, analyzes, coordinates, and develops staff actions and requests for information; prepares or reviews briefings; and collaborates with the MSO Chief. Recommends new or updated policy and procedures and develops, coordinates, and implements as directed. Analyzes, develops, and advises on required reports. Ensures that tasks and requirements are properly staffed, monitored, and completed via the Local Orders Tracking System (LOTS). Considers security considerations of material and information prior to distribution. Primary action officer and point of contact for coordinating and completing staff actions, preparing briefings and acts as a liaison officer to NWD and to CENWS staff. 30%

3. Oversees preparation of the CENWS G & A Synch and the CENWS Deputies Meeting, as well as managing multiple databases. Analyzes briefings prior to presentation, coordinating with command staff and other offices as appropriate for products such as notes, slides or videos for inclusion in the briefings; ensures briefings are posted to appropriate MS Teams locations, and that briefings are properly archived. Prepares special briefings and presents briefings when tasked. Develops, coordinates, staffs, and implements standard policies, operating procedures, and information papers to meet the guidelines provided by the MSO. Attends and/or participates in meetings, video teleconferences, and planning meetings to exchange information; monitors ongoing areas of interest to CENWS and performs other tasks assigned. 25%

4. Oversees projects, analyzes operations, procedures, and organization/structure of MSO and makes recommendations for improvements. Actively participates in work simplification and other methods and strategies to assist the MSO in ensuring accomplishment of the team's mission within budgetary and manpower guidelines and constraints. Plans, coordinates, and executes numerous, complex events and ceremonies, including support to tenant units and local community activities. Coordinates administrative and logistical support for CENWS conferences and events. Develops and prepares conference agendas, schedules, and timelines. Communicates, coordinates, tasks and integrates NWS staff into major programs and other special events. Staffs new events and places activities on a long-range calendar for CENWS ensuring those accountable are preparing plans and taking actions in preparation for known events. Coordinates, prepares, attends, and or presents recurring and one-time meetings, briefings, and conferences. 25%

Performs duties as assigned.

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

Other Requirements:

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time.