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 Chief and program manager, organizing, directing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees within the Civil Engineer (CE) Squadron's Operations Engineering Element.

Duties

Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Element. Develops Element goals and objectives that integrate organization and Operations Flight objectives. Represents the Element with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Communicates and coordinates Element issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other installation units, community officials, etc. Directs the development and execution of Element budget and work classification system in support of engineering/operations planning and execution.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• 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
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Occasional travel may lack typical amenities such as normal lodging accommodations, cellular communication, and dependency on a local economy.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• May be required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Professional registration or license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in one of the 50 states or territories is desired but not required.
• The work requires the employee to access facilities and infrastructure, which may require climbing on, crawling under or extensive walking at construction sites, hardhat areas or other base areas.
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position. Mission-Essential position performing Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request; Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice.
• Work will be performed indoors in office-like settings and industrial areas. Some outdoor work may require moderate exposure to cold and hot temperatures including inclement weather conditions.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. (continued)
• Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• Position is Supervisory; A 1-year supervisory probationary period will be required, if not previously met.

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 Engineering Positions 0800, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions or Architecture Series 0808. BASIC REQUIREMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING POSITIONS 0801, 0810, 0830, AND 0850. Degree: Engineering. To be acceptable, the program must: (1) lead to a bachelor's degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. or Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. OR BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ARCHITECTURE SERIES 0808: Degree: architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems. or Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. 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-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes providing management oversight for activities assigned to the Operations Engineering Element of the Operations Flight, Civil Engineering Squadron; facility and infrastructure requirements and optimization (R&O) management, contract execution, and squadron technical support to effectively execute the installation's mission, sustain quality of life, and optimize delivery of products and services; manage oversight of the selected Activity Management Plans (AMP) and Sub-AMP plans as assigned, tracks asset criticality and lifecycles, and measures asset performance; research, interpret, analyze, and apply proper engineering guidelines, policies, regulations, etc., appropriate to the Element; establish policies and procedures for accomplishment of assigned functions; plan and schedule work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution, Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: Knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering, asset management, and operations theories, concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment as well as knowledge of standard construction and contracting regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of the principles of facility and infrastructure operations, repair, maintenance, and upgrade principles, theories, concepts, and procedures; customer service operations; and financial management principles and standards. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill in evaluating state-of-the-art scientific and engineering technologies and incorporating these into the operation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade of installation natural/built infrastructure. Ability to analyze, plan, organize, and direct the work operations to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources; and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with senior officials from a broad array of activities, including federal and local government, and industry. 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 JB Elmendorf-Richardson 8517 20th Street Suite 203 JB Elmendorf-Richardson, AK 99506 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]