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 evaluate and manage the training and education program on behalf of the assigned group and assist unit training managers within supported units, as needed.... (CONTINUED IN DUTIES SECTION).

Duties

(CONTINUED FROM SUMMARY SECTION) ... The role of this program manager is to function as a key member of the group commander's staff responsible for overall oversight and management of the training and educational program. The program manager serves as a unit training manager (UTM) consultant and determines if quality training programs are in effect within all sections. The program manager implements and manages training programs, policies, and procedures, as directed by the group commander, education and training office, and higher headquarters. DUTIES Plans and organizes the group training program and assists unit training managers to ensure combat readiness. Initiates training records, interviews newly assigned personnel, and updates/verifies training data in personnel data systems.. Assists with processing of all career development course (CDC) waivers, reenrollment requests, and two-time CDC failures for the group and supported units. Assists unit training managers on waiver requests to include: three, five, and seven-level skills, time-in-training, CDC, CDC reenrollment as well as two-time CDC failures. Administers Formal School Training and Distance Learning Programs. Forecasts/identifies annual formal school requirements. Research sources of training (e.g., Education and Training Course Announcement (ETCA), course manager listings) and forecasts/identifies annual formal school requirements based career field education and training plans and the Air Force Enlisted Classification Directory. Responsible for overall management of on-the-job training (OJT) program for the group and oversight of supported unit OJT programs. Conducts staff assistance visit (SAV) of supported units to identify root cause of deficiencies and recommends corrective actions for process improvements. Manages the seasoning training program (STP). Receives data call from HQ AFRC/A1 via base training manager (BTM) and identifies supported units' requirements. Makes distinction between critical skills versus non-critical skills, prepares forecast for fiscal year's quota request and compiles trainee candidates list for HQ AFRC/A1. Plans/schedules unit training assembly support. Assists in managing ancillary training programs in accordance with most current guidance and all applicable ancillary training directives from HQ USAF/A1 and HQ AFRC/A1.

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
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Work may occasionally require travel away from normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Incumbent is subject to uncommon tours of duty.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Position is NOT Centrally Managed and PCS is NOT authorized.

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of and skill in applying fundamental military personnel policies, Reserve mission, training principles, practices, methods, procedures, rules, guidelines, publications, etc., to understand respective programs and converse with managers. Advise management on implementation of standardized practices and principles for incorporating career development strategies into the workplace to remedy any barriers or problems adversely affecting employee career growth opportunities. OR EDUCATION: Applicant has graduate level education directly related to the work of the position, which provided me with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. (NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS). OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Applicant has less than the full amount of specialized experience as described above; however, has completed some graduate level education as described above. Therefore, applicant has a combination of experience and education to meet the qualifications of the position. (NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT). 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-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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. Comprehensive knowledge of military personnel policies, Air Force Reserve Command mission, training methods and programs, and Air Force testing programs. 2. Knowledge of automated systems, personal computers, and software. 3. Ability to analyze data/products to determine adequacy of training programs. 4. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy. 5. Knowledge of training goals and objectives to advise in the management and implementation of training goals for the unit personnel. 6. Knowledge of Air Force specialty code skill-level qualifications, update, enhancement, and proficiency training requirements. 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 Patrick SFB 1138 Jupiter Street Patrick SFB, FL 32925 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]