Telecommunications Specialist.

Bonneville Power Administration; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonneville Power Administration seeks a Telecommunications Specialist to coordinate frequency licensing, process RF Authorization requests using Spectrum XXI and RFM, and ensure compliance with DOE/NTIA standards. You will collaborate with federal and agency partners, maintain databases, and support data reporting across internal and external teams.

The role requires US citizenship, compliance with e-Verify, and residency reporting to the duty location.

Qualifications

• Experience applying telecommunications principles to data management tasks including RF licenses and authorizations.
• Education substituting for experience as described for GS-9/GS-11 pathways.
• Ability to interact with internal/external stakeholders and follow regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate frequency licensing issues with agency representatives.
• Create, update, and submit RF authorization requests using SXXI and RFM.
• Review and update BPA frequency management processes to stay compliant with DOE/NTIA requirements.
• Review DB proposals and coordinate related processes and changes.
• Interpret guidelines for frequency allocation and suggest compliant alternatives.
• Serve as a systems data steward ensuring data integrity and consistency.
• Compile data for reporting to internal/external groups.

Skills

Telecommunications principles

Data management

Stakeholder coordination

Database knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Tools

Spectrum XXI (SXXI)

Radio Frequency Management (RFM)

Job description

Duties

As a Telecommunications Specialist, You Will

• Work closely with representatives from various agencies to coordinate and resolve frequency licensing issues, even under adverse conditions.
• Create, update, and submit BPA Radio Frequency Authorization (RFA) requests using Spectrum XXI (SXXI) and Radio Frequency Management (RFM) software programs.
• Review and modify BPA's frequency management processes and procedures in collaboration with the BPA Frequency Manager to stay current with Department of Energy (DOE) and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) requirements.
• Perform detailed review of frequency license related database proposals, coordination of proposals, process, and procedural changes.
• Interpret and follow guidelines and established procedures in the allocation of frequencies; may recommend alternative approaches in accordance with Federal communication laws.
• Serve as a systems data steward responsible for database accuracy, integrity, and consistency.
• Manage and compile data in accordance with general standards and procedures or as otherwise directed for the purpose of reporting to internal and/or external groups.

Requirements

Requirements

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.
• You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.

Conditions of Employment

• This position has been designated as requiring a PUBLIC TRUST background. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience Requirements

GS-9:

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-7 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience applying basic knowledge related to telecommunications principles and practices to perform database support and data management tasks. This includes inputting, tracking, and maintaining telecommunications data, such as radio frequency (RF) licenses and authorizations or similar (for example, telecom equipment inventories, configuration management database updates, network outage/maintenance tracking, IP address management, Land Mobile Radio (LMR) database updates).

Substitution of Education for Experience:GS-9:

You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: Two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree, or master's, or equivalent graduate degree; your education mustdemonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

• OR--

Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the first year of full-time study may be credited).

GS-11:

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-9 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience applying telecommunications principles and practices to manage radio frequency (RF) spectrum request data. This includes tracking tasks such as frequency assignments requests ensuring compliance with spectrum regulations and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Substitution of Education for Experience:GS-11:

You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.d. degree, or Ph.d., or equivalent doctoral degree; your education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

• OR--

Combination of education and experience as described above. Less than one year of specialized experience may be combined with graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level (i.e., credit hours beyond the two years of full-time study may be credited).

"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.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the

In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts.

Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible".

Additional information

• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE

Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement.

Reasonable Accommodation for USAHire

If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments

Veterans Information

Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Selective Service Registration

Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.

BPA Workplace Culture and Wellness

BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment.

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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.