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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Project Officer in the Curriculum Branch of the Academics Division at the 332 TRS/EPS; to direct team-based projects that develop DLIELC English language curriculum for International Military Students (IMS) scheduled for training as part of Security Assistance (SA) conducted by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA); to manage curriculum programs developed by 332 TRS and issue guidance on tailoring programs when appropriate. DUTIES: Manages and directs the effective implementation of English as a Second Language (ESL), English as a Foreign Language (EFL), English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) curriculum. Plans, designs, and coordinates ESL/EFL/ESP/EAP instructional and teacher training materials ensuring compliance with the legal and regulatory requirements under the Department of Defense (DoD), the Department of State (DoS), the Defense Language Organization (DLO), the DSCA, the United States Air Force (USAF), Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and other military services while meeting customer needs. Directs, oversees, develops, produces, and evaluates instructional materials and measurement instruments. Oversees course maintenance and currency of training materials in operational use and conducts on-going instructor training and staff development. Maintains professional contacts; briefs 332 TRS faculty, supervisors, and program managers; presents information on curriculum to professional civilian, military, and international visitors; and represents 332 TRS at conferences and meetings.

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.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position is covered by an agency career program.
• Mobility is a condition of employment. The employee must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.
• A degree in English as a Second Language, English as a Foreign Language, English, foreign languages, or related specialty areas is desired.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

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, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701, General Education and Training series. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. AND In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: 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 professional knowledge of the fields of ESL/EFL/ESP/EAP and the principles of SLA. Knowledge of language assessment measures and their developmental procedures, administration, and related policies. Knowledge of the principles and methods of curriculum development and instructional design. 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. Professional knowledge of the fields of ESL/EFL/ESP/EAP and the principles of SLA. 2. Knowledge of language assessment measures and their developmental procedures, administration, and related policies. 3. Knowledge of the principles and methods of curriculum development and instructional design. 4. Skill in determining the layout of text, templates, and graphics through the use of DTP software and/or multimedia production tools. 5. Ability to communicate and interact effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of personnel within and outside the organization, including across multi-national forums. 6. Ability to organize and direct a curriculum development team to complete a specific project. 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 JBSA Lackland AFB 1720 Patrick Street JBSA Lackland AFB, TX 78236 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]