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Job opening: FOREIGN LANGUAGE DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM MANAGER

Salary: $82 830 - 107 680 per year
Published at: Sep 29 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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 Foreign Language Distance Learning Program Manager of the Foreign Language Division, Air Force Culture and Language Center (AFCLC) and is responsible for developing and executing an Air Force-wide foreign language distance learning program.

Duties

Oversees the development and execution of a sustainable, manageable and accountable foreign language distance learning program of 4000+ Air Force students located worldwide. Facilitates the execution of Foreign Language Immersion events for 1000+ participants/year. Participates in policy formulation that sets expectations for participant behavior, outlining desired outcomes, defining eligibility for specific immersion events and describing acceptable performance. Serves as a key advisor in the execution of the AU Language Program. Participates and leads in the establishment of goals for the program. Defines implementation/execution methods, to include the use of software and residential instructors where appropriate. Strategizes and assists in the execution/establishment of procedures fo1·Language Enabled (LEAP) personnel utilization. Functions as a USAF subject matter expert in foreign language learning.

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
  • TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
  • A graduate degree in a social or behavioral science academic discipline with a strong emphasis on foreign language is highly desirable
  • It is highly desirable that the incumbent have operational experience as a cross-cultural practitioner and be familiiar with at least one language other than English
  • Required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance
  • Work may occasionally require TDY travel away from the normall duty station on military or commercial aircraft

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 includes applying knowledge of a full range of curriculum development and production management systems, supporting an Air Force wide Global Mission with requirements for the training services provided by the Air Force Culture and Language Center. Expertise in language, region and culture (LRC) content and learning. Knowledge of academic programs that can contribute research and substantive expertise to AF LRC force development. 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 educational technology and instructional techniques, to include evaluation and procedures. Ability to stay well info1med on rapidly changing training programs as they relate to distance learning, to evaluate impacts on organization missions, and ability to develop plans to satisfy LRC training requirements worldwide. 2. Knowledge of research methods and demonstrated ability to conduct research in area of expertise with personal credibility as a scholar and practitioner in the areas of culture, language, and area studies. 3. Detailed familiarity with foreign language requirements within a warfighting command along with command language program operations, processes, and procedures. 4. Detailed familiarity with Air Force and DOD foreign language education/training venues and with public and private sector sources of cultural and language learning expertise. 5. Skill in designing, developing, and evaluating course materials and ability to publish in peer-reviewed professional literature related to area of expertise. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with excellent management and planning capabilities and good interpersonal skills. 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. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The development of cross-cultural curriculum within Air University requires an interdisciplina1y approach using a unique synergy of academic disciplines and milita1y operational expe1tise. Therefore, it is highly desirable that the incumbent have multi-discipline expe1tise in the behavioral/social sciences and area studies and experience in the security sector.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

  • Address Maxwell AFB 50 Lemay Plaza South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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