Auctions Operations and Implementation Specialist

Federal Communications Commission; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) invites applications for a GS-14 level position in the Auctions Division, Office of Economics and Analytics in Washington, DC. The role requires specialized experience in spectrum auctions, regulatory analyses, and auction processes to support the FCC's spectrum allocation priorities.

Qualified applicants will demonstrate expert knowledge of auction IT systems and bidding software, and the ability to resolve complex procedural challenges within the

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in spectrum auctions concepts and operations.
• Understanding of regulatory framework for wireless auctions.
• Ability to resolve complex procedural problems in an auction market context.

Responsibilities

• Administer FCC spectrum auctions and ensure compliance with policies.
• Resolve procedural issues in auction processes with IT systems.
• Support SMEs through evaluation of qualifications and performance criteria.

Skills

Spectrum auctions

Regulatory framework

Auction IT systems

Bidding software

Tools

Bidding software

Auction IT systems

Job description

This position is located in the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA) within the Auctions Division. located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS.

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government.

Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Applicants must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

QUALIFICATION CRITERIA GS-14 Specialized Experience:

Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 in the Federal service. For this position, specialized experience includes the following: Candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: SME REVIEW Subject matter experts will review your application to determine if your resume demonstrates the required specialized experience criteria and in addition will determine if your resume demonstrates the following required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):

• Expert knowledge of spectrum auctions concepts, operating principles, and methods applicable to FCC auctions of spectrum access to administer the auction program.
• Expert knowledge of spectrum access auctions objectives, relationship with other FCC programs, and the overall regulatory framework for wireless telecommunications to ensure auctions are in compliance with FCC policies and procedures.
• Expert knowledge of auctions processes and procedures to quickly and effectively resolve the most difficult and complex procedural problems that arise in an auctions market setting.
• Expert knowledge of auctions IT systems to conduct auctions and resolve problems related to application and bidding software, access to critical information, and interpretation of spectrum auctions rules and procedures.

If you are deemed to be qualified by the Subject Matter Experts, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for hiring consideration. Alternatively, if your application is not deemed as qualified by the Subject Matter Experts, your application will not be referred to the hiring manager for hiring consideration.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE:

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.