Posted : Wednesday, August 14, 2024 08:05 AM
Duties
Provides direct support for AFLCMC Cyber Weapon System IT requirements including those that are related to National security.
Maintains programmatic oversight for all fielding and planning required for newly acquired Information Technology and cyber weapons systems.
Conducts, participates in, and defends program positions at program design reviews, requirements program management reviews and user groups.
Develops detailed decision-making information.
Presents project recommendations, justification and other critical project information to Branch and Program managers to present within the AFLCMC Division and affiliated cyber operational units.
Consults with and advises AFLCMC Division during the development and preparation of new cyber weapon systems capabilities.
Requirements Conditions of Employment U.
S.
Citizenship Required All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
Position is designated critical-sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.
com/regulatory/ This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program.
Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
Employee may be required to work irregular workhours.
Disclosure of Political Appointments Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit IA certification is a condition of employment.
This position includes information assurance (IA) work as an embedded duty requirement.
Per DoD 8570.
01-M, The incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within 12 months of assignment of these duties.
A waiver of this 12 month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.
01-M, C3.
2.
4.
2 or C3.
2.
4.
3.
Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position.
Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Qualifications This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence personnel System (DCIPS).
The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level.
The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A).
NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below: BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.
Examples of creditable experience include: Knowledge of systems analysis concepts and methods, customer business requirements, applications software design concepts and methods, customer support principles, concepts and methods and analytical reasoning.
Work encompasses developing requirements for new or modified applications, analyzing and determining optimal hardware and software configurations, complex and uncommon interfaces and policies and practices, proposals and approaches and a good understanding of contracting procedures and legal requirements.
Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.
Extensive working knowledge of IT concepts, systems, architectures, and programmatic management skills.
A thorough knowledge of Air Force policies, standards, and procedures pertaining to Information Technology systems.
2.
Possess working knowledge of existing DoD and AF information technology systems and their capabilities.
Must understand, evaluate, and translate the needs of information technology users into requirements and be capable of analyzing systems incorporating multiple and diverse IT commodities, and the ability to conceive an integrated plan, successfully translating all system requirements into a suitable implementation program.
Plus working knowledge of Command, Control, Communications, Computer Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) guidance 3.
Working knowledge of state of-the-art developments in communications and computer systems, both military and civilian, and demonstrated awareness of general policy, technology and programs as they apply to current or planned equipment and methods for program planning.
This knowledge will be used to insure adequate flexibility is available within plans to properly manage current and future projects, programs or enhancements.
4.
Must be able to organize, prepare and discuss concepts and technical issues in an appropriate manner with senior level staff.
Excellent written and verbal skills are mandatory since the incumbent will be working in a multidiscipline environment with different levels of management and engineering staff.
Knowledge of planning principles and methods, enterprise architecture policy and planning processes, and cost benefit analysis methods sufficient enough to prepare investment plans to support the AFLCMC mission.
5.
Working knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of project management, systems acquisition, integrated logistics support and program management to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of the development, production and deployment of comm.
-computer systems, subsystems, and equipment.
6.
Enhanced knowledge of business and industry management, procurement procedures and production practices in order to evaluate and recommend procurement strategy objectives, implementation methodologies and program integration goals.
Ability to gather and analyze a variety of program information, make sound judgments concerning program progress, and effectively communicate recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date.
Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.
S.
, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.
S.
, during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc.
(subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.
S.
, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.
S.
, during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable.
Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.
Benefits 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit.
The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire.
If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
Benefits 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits 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.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application.
Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration.
Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.
e.
GS-0301-09.
Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc.
, on your resume.
Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements.
You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
How to Apply The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/23/2024 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12268070 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications).
If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed.
The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent.
" It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2.
A complete Application Questionnaire 3.
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
4.
Return Rights:Per AFI 36-1101 - DCIPS employees have no statutory right of return to the previous position, unit, or geographic location.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully.
You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here.
Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.
NOT.
EMAIL@CALL.
ONLY Address IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US Next steps Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.
Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration.
If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS.
Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents The following documents are required and must be provided with your application.
Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration.
Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.
e.
GS-0301-09.
Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc.
, on your resume.
Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements.
You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
Help This job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Maintains programmatic oversight for all fielding and planning required for newly acquired Information Technology and cyber weapons systems.
Conducts, participates in, and defends program positions at program design reviews, requirements program management reviews and user groups.
Develops detailed decision-making information.
Presents project recommendations, justification and other critical project information to Branch and Program managers to present within the AFLCMC Division and affiliated cyber operational units.
Consults with and advises AFLCMC Division during the development and preparation of new cyber weapon systems capabilities.
Requirements Conditions of Employment U.
S.
Citizenship Required All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
Position is designated critical-sensitive and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.
com/regulatory/ This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program.
Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
Employee may be required to work irregular workhours.
Disclosure of Political Appointments Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit IA certification is a condition of employment.
This position includes information assurance (IA) work as an embedded duty requirement.
Per DoD 8570.
01-M, The incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within 12 months of assignment of these duties.
A waiver of this 12 month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.
01-M, C3.
2.
4.
2 or C3.
2.
4.
3.
Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position.
Leave accrual may be authorized upon request Qualifications This is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence personnel System (DCIPS).
The GG-13 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-13 level.
The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Information Technology (IT) Management Series, 2210 (Alternative A).
NOTE: You must meet both the Basic Qualifications and Specialized Experience requirements stated below: BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled.
Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
NOTE: IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS ABOVE APPLICANT MUST ALSO MEET THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position.
Examples of creditable experience include: Knowledge of systems analysis concepts and methods, customer business requirements, applications software design concepts and methods, customer support principles, concepts and methods and analytical reasoning.
Work encompasses developing requirements for new or modified applications, analyzing and determining optimal hardware and software configurations, complex and uncommon interfaces and policies and practices, proposals and approaches and a good understanding of contracting procedures and legal requirements.
Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.
Extensive working knowledge of IT concepts, systems, architectures, and programmatic management skills.
A thorough knowledge of Air Force policies, standards, and procedures pertaining to Information Technology systems.
2.
Possess working knowledge of existing DoD and AF information technology systems and their capabilities.
Must understand, evaluate, and translate the needs of information technology users into requirements and be capable of analyzing systems incorporating multiple and diverse IT commodities, and the ability to conceive an integrated plan, successfully translating all system requirements into a suitable implementation program.
Plus working knowledge of Command, Control, Communications, Computer Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) guidance 3.
Working knowledge of state of-the-art developments in communications and computer systems, both military and civilian, and demonstrated awareness of general policy, technology and programs as they apply to current or planned equipment and methods for program planning.
This knowledge will be used to insure adequate flexibility is available within plans to properly manage current and future projects, programs or enhancements.
4.
Must be able to organize, prepare and discuss concepts and technical issues in an appropriate manner with senior level staff.
Excellent written and verbal skills are mandatory since the incumbent will be working in a multidiscipline environment with different levels of management and engineering staff.
Knowledge of planning principles and methods, enterprise architecture policy and planning processes, and cost benefit analysis methods sufficient enough to prepare investment plans to support the AFLCMC mission.
5.
Working knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of project management, systems acquisition, integrated logistics support and program management to plan, organize, and manage critical aspects of the development, production and deployment of comm.
-computer systems, subsystems, and equipment.
6.
Enhanced knowledge of business and industry management, procurement procedures and production practices in order to evaluate and recommend procurement strategy objectives, implementation methodologies and program integration goals.
Ability to gather and analyze a variety of program information, make sound judgments concerning program progress, and effectively communicate recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date.
Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.
S.
, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.
S.
, during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc.
(subject to approval) Selectees who physically reside outside the U.
S.
, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.
S.
, during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.
Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable.
Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.
Benefits 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit.
The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire.
If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
Benefits 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits 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.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The following documents are required and must be provided with your application.
Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration.
Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.
e.
GS-0301-09.
Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc.
, on your resume.
Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements.
You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
How to Apply The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/23/2024 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12268070 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire.
Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications).
If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed.
The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent.
" It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2.
A complete Application Questionnaire 3.
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
4.
Return Rights:Per AFI 36-1101 - DCIPS employees have no statutory right of return to the previous position, unit, or geographic location.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully.
You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here.
Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.
NOT.
EMAIL@CALL.
ONLY Address IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US Next steps Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.
Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration.
If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS.
Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents The following documents are required and must be provided with your application.
Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration.
Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
Online Application: Questionnaire Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.
e.
, month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.
e.
GS-0301-09.
Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc.
, on your resume.
Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements.
You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OCONUS - Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" and block 34 must be a"1".
Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
NOTE: For OCONUS employees who claim eligibility MSP or Family Member Preference, your SF-50 may contain a "3" in block 24 and a "2" in block 34.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award SF50s-Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
Help This job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
• Phone : (800) 525-0102
• Location : Lackland AFB, TX
• Post ID: 9050652173