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 to counsel, evaluate, and enroll outstanding cadet candidates who have the attributes to succeed at the Air Force Academy and meet the needs of the Air and Space Force by communicating with candidates and supporting applicants throughout the admissions cycle.

Duties

Processes and evaluates pre-candidate questionaries, promotes candidate kits, and updates applicants and candidates of their admissions status. Conducts personal, telephonic, and virtual counseling in response to inquiries on behalf of applicants/candidates. Receives, evaluates eligibility, and processes applicant/candidate Presidential, Children of Deceased and Disabled Veterans (CODDV), Children of Medal of Honor Recipients (COMHR), Honor Military Schools (JROTC) and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), and Airmen/Guardian (Regular, Reserve, ANG) nomination requests Participates in small working groups to review and update policies, procedures, and complete special projects.

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
• Position is not centrally managed/PCS is not authorized
• Requires an extensive knowledge of Department of Defense objectives, policies, procedures, or pertinent regulatory requirements affecting civilian and military education/training programs and the ability to analyze
• plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources as applicable.
• Will be required to travel on TDY in accordance with JTR. Will occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station and travel on military and/or commercial aircraft. Must not be afraid of flying.
• Personnel data to which the incumbent may have access is controlled by the Privacy Act of 1974 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and must be safeguarded appropriately.
• Must keep abreast of developments in the educational counseling field and career field needs of the Air Force as well as occupational needs in civilian life by regularly reading a variety of professional journals and related publications.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to perform other duties in support of extended mission requirements based on the scope of the mission during times of conflict or staffing shortages.
• May have additional duties assigned.

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-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Must master the sequencing of the admissions cycle and key milestones to properly advice applicants/candidates. A working knowledge of U.S. 10 as pertains to Military Service Academy nominations is essential. 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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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. Expert Knowledge of college admissions practices from initiating an application to final admittance. 2. Knowledge of operating computer applications, Microsoft products (to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office automation devices. 3. Skill in analyzing and evaluating pertinent documents to include high school and college transcripts, activity forms, as well as other official documents, and making recommendations on candidate records. 4. Ability to interpret and apply, Title 10, USC, DoD Instructions, DAF Instructions, agency instructions, policies, procedures, and precedents regarding complex admissions cases. 5. Ability to provide guidance and counseling to prospective candidates and general admissions policies to the public at large. 6. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and work in a professional manner with senior officers and Federal officials such as Congressional staffers, Admissions Liaison Officers, and other agency staff members. 7. Ability to perform work independently and also in small groups or teams. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address USAF Academy 5136 Eagle Drive USAF Academy, CO 80840 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]