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 the Executive Staff Support Officer as the primary Tasker Management Tool manager, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) monitor, Privacy Act (PA) monitor, within the A1 Action Group with responsibility for providing administrative management support to the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS), Manpower, Personnel and Services.

Duties

Manage and direct the day to day task management operations of the DCS, Manpower, Personnel and Services. Expedites priority taskers assigned to DCS, Manpower, Personnel and Services. Responsible as the DCS, Manpower, Personnel and Services directorate Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act Monitor (PA).

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is 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
• TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties.
• Work may require other than traditional duty hours to meet mission requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• This position meets the executive exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.205).
• Superior Qualifications will be considered
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Maybe considered for remote per HQ AF/A1 Remote Work Guidance, dated 19 Jan 23.

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. 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 include: (1) thorough knowledge of the organization, programs, missions, and functions of the Air Force A1 portfolio and Air Force organization; (2) skill in creating, planning, coordinating and maintaining a wide-range of taskers from Congressional inquiries, SECAF, CSAF, CMSAF, and other Headquarters Air Force offices; (3) astute interpersonal skills are vital to ensure crucial information is gathered from Headquarters Air Force, MAJCOMs and other appropriate agencies/departments for use in completing taskers; (4) skill in working with counterparts across Headquarters Air Force and within DCS. Intensive formulation and coordination of Air Force position/policy on A1 programs; (5) knowledge of proper written and oral rules and protocol in responding to inquiries and questions from Congress, OSD, Headquarters Air Staff, Secretarial Staff, MAJCOMs, and outside agencies; (6) comprehensive knowledge and understanding of range of staff concepts, objectives, policies, management/organizational techniques, and military command. 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. 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 the theories, principles, functions and processes of management to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions to problems or to develop planning guidance. 2. Ability to research problems and issues, including evaluating the content of new or modified policy to determine its impact on the organizations programs or resources. 3. Skill in written/oral communication to prepare briefings or recommendations to managers and negotiating solutions to disputed recommendations. Judgment in problem solving. 4. Knowledge of managing and directing the day to day operations of an organization and providing advice, guidance and assistance with regard to task management within the organization. 5. Skill in organizing and delivering briefings to encourage understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Develops and implements plans, timetables, tasking and overall coordination of work; serves as principal organizational contact. 6. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of document such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs. Ability to locate, assemble and compose information for reports, inquiries, technical and non-technical correspondence. 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

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ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt

Contacts

• Address HQ USAF and Support Elements - Pentagon 1720 Air Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]