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 in a headquarters position responsible for providing oversight of assigned programs, interpreting and implementing policies, executing authorities, developing guidance, standards, processes, and training supporting the AFMAA mission.

Duties

Acts as an Air Force Management Engineering Program (MEP) Subject Matter Expert (SME); utilizes ME expertise and critical analysis creating, evaluating, or providing advice, technical guidance, and training on manpower projects/products (e.g., Air Force Manpower Determinants (AFMD), Logistics Composite Modeling (LCOM), management advisory (MAS), special studies, other projects as assigned). Project leader/manager responsible to manage, direct, coordinate, oversee, and report complex projects; defines scope, priority, and staff; provides technical direction in project management, team building, facilitation, process improvement analysis, and methodology/tool required to develop, substantiate, and defend result. Interprets policies, execute authorities, develops management systems and guidance, processes, and training requirements for manpower enterprise. Optimizes products and services by establishing standardized work, evaluation and training programs. Acts as a subject matter expert in meetings, conferences, and senior-level forums. Furnishes technical guidance, information, and advice to top-level administrative and technical agency personnel, AF/A1M, SAF/ MG, other government agencies, and outside organizations. Lead/supports efforts on selected projects to develop agency and Air Force positions and plans.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is 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
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• DoD certification as a CPI/LSS Black or Green Belt is highly desired
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, with short to no advanced notice, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required
• Twenty-five percent or more of work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Certification in Project Management is desired
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security 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, 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 knowledge of management engineering principles, concepts, methodologies, guidance, and organization principles to direct or perform difficult requirements determination studies or projects. Expert analytical and evaluative knowledge and skills to determine the actions necessary to leverage the Management Engineering Program (MEP) and Process Improvement/Continuous Process Improvement (PI/CPI) programs to support and execute major mission and operational plans, and comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize, integrate, and leverage the MEP, PI/CPI, and other manpower programs in support of current and future plans, operations, and training. Proficient expertise to gather, assemble, and analyze complex data and facts, conduct analysis, draw conclusions, Devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making. 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. In-depth knowledge and skill in the application of management engineering principles, concepts, methodologies, guidance, and organization principles to direct or perform difficult requirements determination projects and make informed recommendations and decisions relating to those efforts. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of management engineering program goals and objectives, and how to leverage them to support continuous process improvement and the most effective use of military resources. 3. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectives of program operations. 4. Skill in planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing complex projects in which the boundaries are broad and difficult to determine in advance and developing innovative and feasible solutions to complex issues. 5. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze complex data and facts, draw conclusions, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making. 6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; present, negotiate, and defend complex, sometimes controversial advice, positions, and issues; and gain cooperation from others through technical competence, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. 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 AF Manpower Analysis Agency 550 E Street East JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]