Telecommunication Specialist

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate’s online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience in 1) evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, or requirements that demonstrate knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology and 2) producing detailed telecommunication circuit designs and technical support related to circuit design activities directly supporting the control and protection of the Bulk Electric System. “Experience” refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered “well qualified” you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
This position is located within Network and Support Engineering (TENN), Systems Engineering (TEN), Engineering and Technical Services (TE), Transmission Services (T), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). A successful candidate is responsible for producing detailed telecommunication circuit designs and technical leadership and construction support related to circuit design activities directly supporting the control and protection of the Bulk Electric System.