Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Program Analyst, Weather Requirements Division in the Directorate of Plans, Programs and Requirements at a MAJCOM applying knowledge of Air Force weather operations to analyze, develop, evaluate issues & develop recommendations to resolve substantive problems/issues related to weather resources, systems/programs.

Duties

Analyzes, develops, and evaluates detailed plans, instructions, manuals, goals, and objectives for implementation of assigned MAJCOM operational weather program(s). Documents planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet Air Force, Air Force Weather Weapon System (AFWWS) and/or MAJCOM requirements. Actively participates in strategic planning to improve organizational direction and focus using strategic planning tools and techniques. Represents the organization with a variety of agency, enterprise, and functional area organizations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• PCS expenses are NOT authorized.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• May travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, or other functions away from the normal duty station.
• Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the Top Secret security clearance.
• Previous experience in AF Weather operations and experience with standard AF Weather systems are highly desired.
• This is a Testing Designated Position. The employee is subject to random drug testing.

Qualifications

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, Management and Program Analysis Series 0343. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of AFWWS or MAJCOM level plans and programs for conducting major operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, PPBES, exercise, flying operations, special operations, rescue, or similar operations. Analyzing problems discovered in prior studies or actual operations and making recommendations as to different approaches, which may provide a basis for improved weather support operations. Preparing detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs and/or participating with senior analysts in fiscal planning and programming. Ability to plan, organize, and develop studies or projects, making recommendations on substantive operating programs, and negotiate effectively with others to accept and implement recommendations, where the proposals involve substantial resources. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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 a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of the AFWWS and MAJCOM level plans and programs for conducting major operations. 2. Knowledge of Air Force, AFWWS, and MAJCOM program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations Concerning weather related issues. 3. Knowledge of the application of weather operations and training as it applies to assigned programs and/or weather systems. 4. Skill in designing and conducting comprehensive studies and preparing solutions to resolve substantive problems and issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a AEWWS or MAJCOM program. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and negotiate effectively with senior analysts and management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require. extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships. 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.

Contacts

• Address JB Langley-Eustis 45 Nealy Avenue Ste 224 JB Langley-Eustis, VA 23665 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]