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Randolph AFB, TX (On-Site/Office)
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Summary :
Responsible for oversight and direction of Depart of the Air Force (DAF) Voluntary Education (Vol Ed) programs in support of Total Force Airmen, Guardians and their adult family members as well as advisement to DoD senior leaders on programs/issues encompassing the entire spectrum of Voluntary Education programs including budget, base/MAJCOM manpower, credentialing, SkillBridge/transition programs, Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA), and strategic plans.
Duties :
1. Serves as DAF Voluntary Education Technical Advisor for specialized and congressionally mandated programs.
2. Develops policies and procedures supporting the AF Vol Ed portfolio consisting of five Congressionally mandated programs. A
3. Serves as the HAF Alternate Program Manager for the Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS) IT system platform incorporating the AF Virtual Education Center (AFVEC), and the Academic Institutions (AI) Portal.
4. Serves as AF technical advisor and Service representative on councils, committees, working groups, etc. established by the White House, Congress, OSD, AF, and other authorities to address Vol Ed programs.
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Conditions of employment
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1740, Education Services Series.
**Basic Requirement for GS-1740 Positions: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the position to be filled in one or a combination of the areas described below. At least one course must have been from (1) or (2) below. (For guidance counselor positions, a college or university-sponsored practicum in counseling is also required):
Tests and measurement
Adult education
Educational program administration
Curriculum development or design
Teaching methods (Study of adult learner)
Guidance and counseling
Career planning
Occupational information
NOTE: You MUST submit copies of your transcripts.
AND
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: 1) knowledge of all aspects of Voluntary Education programs (functions, policies, procedures, practices, concepts, theories) to include MilTA, CCAF, GI Bill/Post-911, SkillBridge, AFCOOL, manpower and program objective memorandum cycles/ budgets; 2) mastery of a wide range of laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and thorough understanding of how regulatory programs are administered. This may include evaluating the content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon the agency's programs or resources; 3) thorough knowledge of DoD, DAF, and Vol Ed policies and regulations and organizational structures, missions, and functions as well as how programs/projects interface with other program areas and HAF goals and objectives; 4) comprehensive knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting regulations, guidelines and processes, contracting regulations and ability to interpret and analyze financial data for development of short/long term goals; 5) knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, and efficiency of Vol Ed programs; 6) knowledge of the DAF organizational structures to effectively implement policy and develop guidance, standards, and procedures that affect AF/USSF wide personnel (military, civilians, dependents, retirees etc); 7) skill in formulating a broad framework of technical, administrative and managerial policies, plans and legislative directions, funding issues, and policy changes to determine the impact of changes for the DAF; 8) skill to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations when the proposals involve substantial resources and/or may require extensive modifications to program documents or established procedures.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
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. Professional knowledge in adult higher education trends, theories, and practices including knowledge of statutes, executive orders, regulations, and directives in order to provide counsel in development and implementation of multi-level higher education programs, credentialing and transition programs.
2. Knowledge of applicable DoD organizational structures, strategic planning and congressional programs to effectively interpret, develop and implement policy and guidance that affect personnel DAF wide.
3. Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles; financial systems and restrictions on expenditure of funds; financial reporting; and standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures. Able to interpret and analyze financial data.
4. Ability to recognize and analyze complex analytical problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations for resolution.
5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts; draw conclusions; conduct analysis; devise recommended solutions; and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relations.
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
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
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.
Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
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.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here .
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Summary :
Responsible for oversight and direction of Depart of the Air Force (DAF) Voluntary Education (Vol Ed) programs in support of Total Force Airmen, Guardians and their adult family members as well as advisement to DoD senior leaders on programs/issues encompassing the entire spectrum of Voluntary Education programs including budget, base/MAJCOM manpower, credentialing, SkillBridge/transition programs, Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA), and strategic plans.
Duties :
1. Serves as DAF Voluntary Education Technical Advisor for specialized and congressionally mandated programs.
2. Develops policies and procedures supporting the AF Vol Ed portfolio consisting of five Congressionally mandated programs. A
3. Serves as the HAF Alternate Program Manager for the Air Force Automated Education Management System (AFAEMS) IT system platform incorporating the AF Virtual Education Center (AFVEC), and the Academic Institutions (AI) Portal.
4. Serves as AF technical advisor and Service representative on councils, committees, working groups, etc. established by the White House, Congress, OSD, AF, and other authorities to address Vol Ed programs.
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Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Position is Centrally Managed, PCS expenses are authorized and will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
- 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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
- Position location is at Randolph AFB
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1740, Education Services Series.
**Basic Requirement for GS-1740 Positions: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the position to be filled in one or a combination of the areas described below. At least one course must have been from (1) or (2) below. (For guidance counselor positions, a college or university-sponsored practicum in counseling is also required):
Tests and measurement
Adult education
Educational program administration
Curriculum development or design
Teaching methods (Study of adult learner)
Guidance and counseling
Career planning
Occupational information
NOTE: You MUST submit copies of your transcripts.
AND
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: 1) knowledge of all aspects of Voluntary Education programs (functions, policies, procedures, practices, concepts, theories) to include MilTA, CCAF, GI Bill/Post-911, SkillBridge, AFCOOL, manpower and program objective memorandum cycles/ budgets; 2) mastery of a wide range of laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and thorough understanding of how regulatory programs are administered. This may include evaluating the content of new or modified legislation for projected impact upon the agency's programs or resources; 3) thorough knowledge of DoD, DAF, and Vol Ed policies and regulations and organizational structures, missions, and functions as well as how programs/projects interface with other program areas and HAF goals and objectives; 4) comprehensive knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting regulations, guidelines and processes, contracting regulations and ability to interpret and analyze financial data for development of short/long term goals; 5) knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, and efficiency of Vol Ed programs; 6) knowledge of the DAF organizational structures to effectively implement policy and develop guidance, standards, and procedures that affect AF/USSF wide personnel (military, civilians, dependents, retirees etc); 7) skill in formulating a broad framework of technical, administrative and managerial policies, plans and legislative directions, funding issues, and policy changes to determine the impact of changes for the DAF; 8) skill to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations when the proposals involve substantial resources and/or may require extensive modifications to program documents or established procedures.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
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. Professional knowledge in adult higher education trends, theories, and practices including knowledge of statutes, executive orders, regulations, and directives in order to provide counsel in development and implementation of multi-level higher education programs, credentialing and transition programs.
2. Knowledge of applicable DoD organizational structures, strategic planning and congressional programs to effectively interpret, develop and implement policy and guidance that affect personnel DAF wide.
3. Knowledge of planning, programming, and budgeting cycles; financial systems and restrictions on expenditure of funds; financial reporting; and standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures. Able to interpret and analyze financial data.
4. Ability to recognize and analyze complex analytical problems, conduct research, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations for resolution.
5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts; draw conclusions; conduct analysis; devise recommended solutions; and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relations.
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
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
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.
Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
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.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here .
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here .
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