FOREIGN MILITARY SALES SPECIALIST

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the13 grade level in the Federal service: Developing and managing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) cases for a DSCA Implementing Agency Preparing and drafting FMS case documentation and implementing a case in all applicable data systems (e.g., the Defense Security Assistance Management Systems (DSAMS) prior to case execution Reviewing DSCA policy and developing recommendations to best support Implementing Agency equities Communicating both orally and in writing to technical and mission execution peers, interagency colleagues, and international partners In accordance with Security Cooperation Workforce Certification Program 2.0 requirements, incumbent must meet DoD SCW certification requirements applicable to the duties of this position. The deadline for existing SCW members to attain certification begins October 1, 2024. For new SCW members, the timeframe begins once a workforce member is entered into a properly coded SCW position in the manpower and personnel system. In addition to certification requirements detailed above, SCW member must meet the following conditions to remain in good standing. Failure to obtain DoD SCW certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action. Practitioner level, at least 1 years of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better. In addition, 60 hours of continuing education (CUE) every two years. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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.