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 the Senior Technical Advisor for the Air Force Security Center provide expert guidance and comprehensive advice by interpreting higher strategy in order to produce Force Protection (FP) concepts, scenarios and tactical capabilities designed to inform acquisitions, research and development, tactics, and equipping.

Duties

Responsible for conducting long-term planning, workload management, offers functional/technical advice/guidance, and provides continuity of effort for the Force Protection Planning and Integration Directorate. Develops, interprets, coordinates, and implements USAF Force Protection policies and procedures to provide planning, programming, and budget guidance to advocate resources (dollars, equipment, and manpower) for the USAF. Establishes and incorporates Security Forces and Force Protection operational concepts and standards into USAF level CONOPS, plans, programs, and procedures. Conducts, sponsors, and evaluates operational research, studies, analysis, and testing in order to establish USAF Security Forces and Force Protection operational standards. Represent the concerns of the Air Force at senior strategic meetings and conferences.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• 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/
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Overtime may be required as workload demands and in some cases with no-notice due to urgency of time sensitive matters.
• DoD Security Fundamentals Professional Certification and Security Program Integration Professional Certification conferrals are required within 2 years of the established employee EOD or initial assignment date in accordance with DOD 3305.13-M.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. . Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have, or within 120 days will have, at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-13 or equivalent under other pay systems. Specialized experience includes: developing business and transformation strategy in alignment with Strategic Plans and higher Agency strategy, perform key decision-making and policy-developing responsibilities in assignments such as planning for significantly new or far-reaching security program requirements, or leading or participating as a technical expert in interagency study groups for resolving problems in existing security systems and programs requiring innovative solutions; advises subject-matter managers on new developments and advances in security techniques in the specialty area; planning, organizing, and directing studies to develop long range (e.g., 5-10 years) studies and forecasts; recommending methods for enhancing efficiency of security systems through modifications and applications of evolving technology; evaluating and making recommendations concerning overall plans and proposals for major agency and interagency security projects; and implementing national level guidance in agency standards, guidelines, or policies for major security programs. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of security specialties, concepts, principals, criteria, requirements, technology, and practices to independently manage assigned program areas. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of applicable security manuals, instructions, regulations, directives, executive orders, and laws. 3. Skill in developing, analyzing, and evaluating security programs to meet mission requirements and improve the security programs. 4. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze 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. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relations. 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 AF Installation and Mission Support Center 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]