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 Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program Manager for command execution of Air Combat Command's Security Assistance and Security Cooperation programs.

Duties

Manage the development and implementation of assigned FMS and Security Assistance (SA) Programs. Manages case development, implementation and modification of ACC FMS case lines through a variety of automated systems and tools Provides program execution interface between the U.S. Government and the foreign partner as well as the entry point for all program execution issues Accomplishes special projects as assigned. Represents ACC at meetings with USG representatives, industry representatives and international partners.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance
• PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations, more information on PCS benefits/requirements may be found at the following link: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
• This is a Security Cooperation position due to the nature of the positions duties and responsibilities
• Position requires DoD Security Cooperation Workforce Certification. Area of Consideration (AoC) and Level are to be determined by supervisor
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• All current federal employees must have a minimum performance rating of acceptable or higher to be considered for placement

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment continuation: Employee must meet DoD Security Cooperation Workforce Certification requirements applicable to the duties of the position. Selectee must meet the designated certification AoC and Level requirement; if not has 1 year (Basic) 2 years (Intermediate - Executive) from Security Cooperation Workforce Development- Database entry date to become certified in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United State Code, Section 384. Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense and Defense Security Cooperation Agency requirements of this certification program. This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action. Incumbent is required to maintain 20 hours of professional development continuous learning every two-year period to maintain good standing in the DoD Security Cooperation Workforce Certification Program. 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. 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, Professional and Scientific Positions, Series 0130. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: major or equivalent, or a combination of courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, in international law and international relations, political science, economics, history, sociology, geography, social or cultural anthropology, law, statistics, or in the humanities; or 12 semester hours in one of the above disciplines and 12 semester hours in statistics/quantitative methods. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR Combination of Education and Experience: courses equivalent to a major, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours, as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR Experience: Four years of appropriate experience in one or more of the fields listed above in work associated with international organizations, problems, or other aspects of foreign affairs. Evaluation of Experience: Qualifying experience may have been through residence, study, teaching, business or commercial activities, military service, newspaper work, military or civil government activities, missionary or international relief work, or other experience in foreign countries. 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-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes extensive knowledge of national security, strategic policy, international relations, foreign affairs, foreign assistance programs and related fields; knowledge of theories and principles of logistics management and FMS planning and execution; knowledge of U.S. and international aircraft and logistical support requirements; knowledge of analytical techniques and evaluation criteria used in measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of programs to improve FMS plans, and in developing and modifying work methods; knowledge of aircraft terminology, systems, operational capabilities, associated weapons, tactics development, and employment; knowledge of USAF manual contents and relationship to the development and quality of FMS manuals; knowledge of the Air Force Security Assistance Program and responsibility for ensuring compliance in accordance with existing policy. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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 of the administration and performance of work involving the formulation and direction of foreign affairs of the Government and in the study and disposition of information bearing on international relations. 2. Expert knowledge of Department of State, Department of Defense, and Air Force guidance relating to security assistance and military operations, and ability in the application of security assistance principles and policies. 3. Comprehensive knowledge of the working of assigned foreign governments, the nature of their military and civilian governmental structures, and the cultural and political dynamics influencing them. 4. Knowledge of procedures for the development, coordination and transmission of planning for the formulation of Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) to include cost, schedule, and availability of DOD provided goods and services, to include working knowledge of the Defense Security Assistance Management System. 5. Ability to analyze, plan, and direct operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 6. Comprehensive ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, by preparing and presenting briefings and reports to senior US and foreign government officials, as well as skill in working harmoniously with personnel of various ranks and cultures. 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.

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]