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 plan, organize and direct all C-17 flight operations conducted by the 437th and 315th Airlift Wings.

Duties

Serves as the Wing's Airlift Director (Barrel), directing and supervising all planning, asset allocation, risk assessment and tasked mission support functions. Independently assigns aircrew and aircraft assets against Higher Headquarters-tasked missions. Serves as the Wing's primary short-range airlift planner (Bookie 1). Receives and reviews mission shells from 618 AOC/XOBA. Serves as the Wing's primary long-range airlift planner and forecaster (Bookie 2). Collects crew availability metrics, ana1yzes aircrew and aircraft utilization reports and assesses risk to unit elements (mission execution, force development, crew retention). Authors and administers the Wing Operations Plan (WOP), which defines local policy and regulations covering the planning and execution of airlift missions, Off-Station Trainers (OST) and Joint Airborne/Air Transportability Training (JA/ATT).

Requirements

• 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
• May be required to travel by regularly scheduled passenger military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• Responsible for the proper handling, maintenance, and disposition of classified documents.
• Heavy airlift crewmember experience is vital for the successful completion of the work.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment cont... May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty to include rotating and/or 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime, particularly during contingency operations. Required to maintain on-call status and be subject to 24-hour recall to support world wide operations and short-notice, high priority missions. This is a "Key" position. Incumbents must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available. (Ref. AFI 36-507) 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, Transportation Operations Series, 2150. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive knowledge of the worldwide DoD airlift system, route sets, prioritization and scheduling policies; Comprehensive knowledge of C-17 operations policies, principles and practices; Expert knowledge of Airlift Wing (AW) policies and processes used by base agencies to provide mission support services; In depth knowledge of C-17 aircraft performance capabilities and limitations including range, fuel requirements, configuration, loading, weight and balance restrictions, runway/taxiway/apron size and weight limits and C-17 take-off/landing performance; Mastery of C-17 aircrew management regulatory guidance governing crew rest, flight training/limitations, crew composition requirements, airlift stage operations, alert postures/alerting procedures, tactical event capabilities/limitations and crew duty/flight duty periods; Comprehensive knowledge of flight plans, clearance authorities and restrictions, route planning, Organized Track System, airways, and air refueling procedures. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; education must have major field of study in accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, nautical science, marine affairs, marine engineering, marine transportation, or other fields related to the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit copies 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Comprehensive knowledge and substantial skill in applying an extensive body of airlift/air transportation regulations, methods and practices. Significant experience in worldwide flight planning and interpretation of flying instructions, Flight Information Publications (FLIP), visual and instrument flight rules, Federal Aviation Regulations, airfield information, en route supplements and issues affecting flight safety. Familiarity with obtaining diplomatic clearances and visas. Comprehensive knowledge of C-17 performance capabilities and limitations. Heavy transport aircrew experience highly desired. Mastery of C-17 aircrew management policies, procedures and regulations governing crew rest, flight training/limitations, crew composition requirements for various mission types, airlift stage operations, alert postures/alerting procedures, tactical event capabilities/limitations and crew duty/flight duty periods. Practical knowledge of various computer systems that pertain to transportation/air refueling operations and those systems required to perform the work (Global Decision Support System (GDSS), Single Mobility System (SMS), Airlift Mission Planning (AMP) etc.). Practical knowledge of office software and equipment to include Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and basic word processing to support office operations and produce a variety of reports and briefings. Extensive ability to autonomously coordinate complex issues and resolve a variety of difficult problems, often involving different and unrelated functions. Significant skill in effectively engaging with base, MAJCOM, DoD and other government agencies, resolving conflicts and negotiating positions while representing the Operations Group Commander's perspective. Considerable tact and solid judgment are essential to perform duties effectively while under pressure of heavy workload involving multiple taskings and short deadlines. Considerable skill planning, organizing work, meeting deadlines and leading small teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to include the ability to provide presentations and briefings to senior leadership. Skill in gathering and analyzing data, developing metrics and reports, and providing advice and technical guidance to installation leadership and organizations. Ability to assimilate the entirety of diverse C-17 operational factors including human factors, assess risks to life, property or successful mission completion and modify mission parameters/propose changes to mitigate or eliminate this risk. 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 Charleston 101 E Hill Blvd Bldg 503 JB Charleston, SC 29404 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]