Telecommunication Specialist_

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Summary 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. Responsibilities As a Telecommunication Specialist, you will: Analyze proposed communication circuits on PRD (project requirements diagram) and provides creative solutions to mitigate potential errors and conflicts in infrastructure design and circuit routings. Review and analyze data directly from telecommunications equipment for the purpose of updating project or system documentation. Provide telecom circuit technical interpretation of project requirements to project staff regarding the development of work statements. Develop advanced telecom circuit design strategies and methodologies, taking into account factors such as scalability, reliability, security, and performance optimization. Write, update, implement, and interpret policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of Operational Telecom TDM and Ethernet services; provides technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical issues; is a voting member of small teams responsible for recommendations that significantly influence Operational policies or programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. This position does not support remote work. You will be required to report physically to the official reporting worksite as specified by the supervisor, but no less than 3 days per pay period. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's 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 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. Infrastructure Design Network Management Technology Awareness Telecommunications "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 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. Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policy Reasonable Accommodation Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy Veterans Information: sajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/disabled/ Telework: www.telework.gov Selective Service Registration: ss.gov/ BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.