Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide a student trainee with on-the-job training and guidance to further student technical development.

Duties

Performs selected tasks and phases of routine studies and projects that require application of basic occupational field theory and principles in the technical area of physical sciences. Participates with senior personnel in conducting non-routine projects. Provides assistance in planning, monitoring, and conducting special studies, projects, and initiatives. Assists in the preparation of presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff service functions and activities to secure cooperation and convey information relative to assignments. Duties will vary depending on grade level.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• A security clearance may be required
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a testing designated position under the civilian drug testing program.
• It is mandatory for the incumbent to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription medication. If requested, the incumbent must submit to urinalysis testing.
• This position is established under the provisions of the Pathways Program.
• This position is a GS-04 target 07. A selection can be made from GS-04/05/06/07 grade level.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the educational requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Competitive Service Student Trainee Positions EDUCATION: GS-04, EDUCATION: Completion of 2 academic years of post-high school study or associate's degree. GS-05, EDUCATION: Completion of a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree. GS-06, EDUCATION: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education. GS-07, EDUCATION: Completion of 1 year of graduate-level education or superior academic achievement ***Must submit transcripts with resume package*** The required education must lead to a bachelor's degree with specialization in or directly related to the field in which the student trainees will receive training on the job. The degree of specialization in this field must satisfy on graduation the specific educational requirements in the qualification standard for the corresponding two-grade interval positions. 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 basic occupational theory, principles, concepts, and practices in the technical area of physical sciences. 2. Skill in applying basic occupational theory, principles, concepts, and practices sufficient to perform student trainee assignments. 3. Ability to follow instructions and guidance to complete assigned tasks and communicate information to others in oral or written format. 4. Ability to analyze problems, identify significant factors, gather and interpret pertinent data, and apply established rules and procedures in order to recommend effective solutions. 5. Ability to learn and apply basic investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field. 6. Ability to gather and analyze basic facts, information, and data, and draw conclusions. Conditions of Employment Must meet suitability requirements for Federal employment Must be at least 16 years of age Must be enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying accredited institution Must sign a Participant Agreement You must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university Accepted for enrollment or enrolled in an approved program Pursuing a Baccalaureate Degree (Junior/Senior only), Graduate or Professional Degree Enrollment must be at least half-time course load as defined by the education institution (typically six hours or equivalent for undergraduate and three hours or equivalent for graduate) Have a good academic standing (no less than 2.95 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grading scale) Meet the qualification standards of the position This position is established under the provisions of the Pathways Program This is a TERM position NTE 36 Months. 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 US Strategic Command 105 Washington Square Ste 233 Offutt AFB, NE 68113 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]