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Unspecified
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Arlington, VA (On-Site/Office)
Duties
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a first-level supervisor in the Wargaming Division, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the Wargame Campaign Planning and Design Division for HAF, Deputy Chief of Staff, Air Force Strategy, Design and Requirements.
Duties:Plan, organize, and oversee the activities of the HQ USAF/A5/7IW Wargaming Division. Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Responsible for the continual evolution and improvement of Air Force Title 10 Wargaming. Serve as the HQ USAF lead for coordinating, collaborating and integrating Air Force wargaming efforts with DAF and DoD Service-level wargaming toward the advancement of USAF force design. Represent AF/A5/7IW wargaming with senior leadership at the General Officer (GO) and Senior Executive Service (SES) level in a wide variety of organizations and groups within and outside the Air Force.
Requirements
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, Administrative and Management Positions, series 0343.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Knowledge of USAF missions, roles, functions, organization, management, capabilities, and operations; Joint and Combined operations; military aviation strategy, operations, program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key planning events and milestones; and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of operational actions in future scenarios requiring Joint/Combined force employment; Knowledge of the relationships among Air Force entities involved in planning and executing military operations and evaluations; DoD, Joint, and Service structures, missions, programs, policies, and organizational relationships; and wargaming processes, battle rhythms, analytical tools, and techniques used to evaluate and advance Air Force strategy, concepts, capabilities, force design, and force structure; Knowledge of USAF, DoD, and Federal concepts, principles, policies, guidelines, regulations, and practices relating to resource management, budget planning, programming and execution, civilian personnel matters, contractual activity, and manpower and organization issues, including experience developing, coordinating, budgeting, defending, and executing programs.
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-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 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. Knowledge of USAF missions, roles, functions, organization, management, capabilities, and operations; Joint and Combined operations; military aviation strategy, operations, program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key planning events and milestones; and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of operational actions in future scenarios requiring Joint/Combined force employment.
2. Knowledge of the relationships among Air Force entities involved in planning and executing military operations and evaluations; DoD, Joint, and Service structures, missions, programs, policies, and organizational relationships; and wargaming processes, battle rhythms, analytical tools, and
techniques used to evaluate and advance Air Force strategy, concepts, capabilities, force design, and force structure.
3. Knowledge of USAF, DoD, and Federal concepts, principles, policies, guidelines, regulations, and practices relating to resource management, budget planning, programming and execution, civilian personnel matters, contractual activity, and manpower and organization issues, including experience developing, coordinating, budgeting, defending, and executing programs.
4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures applicable to Air Force operations, organizational management, and analytical/wargaming environments.
5. Skill in fact finding, problem resolution, and developing solid action plans; planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling activities associated with formulating, analyzing, and improving air and space power employment; evaluating staff packages and briefings; conveying ideas; and formulating plans and strategy.
6. Ability to plan, and conduct executive level meetings with Air Force members, other Services, Joint Staff, OSD, and foreign military organizations; analyze, plan, organize, direct, and adjust the functions of a complex organization; supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise staff directly and through subordinate supervisors; and establish and maintain effective working relationships while communicating effectively, presenting information and decisions, advocating positions, and translating technical input for senior leadership understanding and decision making.
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
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . 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.
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 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 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.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a first-level supervisor in the Wargaming Division, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to the Wargame Campaign Planning and Design Division for HAF, Deputy Chief of Staff, Air Force Strategy, Design and Requirements.
Duties:
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- 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
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- A master's degree in national security affairs, international relations, business administration, public administration, engineering, operations research, a technical discipline, or related field highly desired.
- Extensive work experience in military or Agency headquarters organization to include HAF, OSD, and/or Joint Staff highly desired.
- Completion of Intermediate Development Education (or equivalent) is mandatory. Completion of Senior Developmental Education (or equivalent) is highly desired.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays
- This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (cont'd)
- Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
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, Administrative and Management Positions, series 0343.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Knowledge of USAF missions, roles, functions, organization, management, capabilities, and operations; Joint and Combined operations; military aviation strategy, operations, program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key planning events and milestones; and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of operational actions in future scenarios requiring Joint/Combined force employment; Knowledge of the relationships among Air Force entities involved in planning and executing military operations and evaluations; DoD, Joint, and Service structures, missions, programs, policies, and organizational relationships; and wargaming processes, battle rhythms, analytical tools, and techniques used to evaluate and advance Air Force strategy, concepts, capabilities, force design, and force structure; Knowledge of USAF, DoD, and Federal concepts, principles, policies, guidelines, regulations, and practices relating to resource management, budget planning, programming and execution, civilian personnel matters, contractual activity, and manpower and organization issues, including experience developing, coordinating, budgeting, defending, and executing programs.
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-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 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. Knowledge of USAF missions, roles, functions, organization, management, capabilities, and operations; Joint and Combined operations; military aviation strategy, operations, program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key planning events and milestones; and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of operational actions in future scenarios requiring Joint/Combined force employment.
2. Knowledge of the relationships among Air Force entities involved in planning and executing military operations and evaluations; DoD, Joint, and Service structures, missions, programs, policies, and organizational relationships; and wargaming processes, battle rhythms, analytical tools, and
techniques used to evaluate and advance Air Force strategy, concepts, capabilities, force design, and force structure.
3. Knowledge of USAF, DoD, and Federal concepts, principles, policies, guidelines, regulations, and practices relating to resource management, budget planning, programming and execution, civilian personnel matters, contractual activity, and manpower and organization issues, including experience developing, coordinating, budgeting, defending, and executing programs.
4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures applicable to Air Force operations, organizational management, and analytical/wargaming environments.
5. Skill in fact finding, problem resolution, and developing solid action plans; planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling activities associated with formulating, analyzing, and improving air and space power employment; evaluating staff packages and briefings; conveying ideas; and formulating plans and strategy.
6. Ability to plan, and conduct executive level meetings with Air Force members, other Services, Joint Staff, OSD, and foreign military organizations; analyze, plan, organize, direct, and adjust the functions of a complex organization; supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise staff directly and through subordinate supervisors; and establish and maintain effective working relationships while communicating effectively, presenting information and decisions, advocating positions, and translating technical input for senior leadership understanding and decision making.
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
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . 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.
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 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 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.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click .
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