Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART), to serve as the Senior Reserve Advisor to the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (SAF/MR) for strategic-level, long range personnel and manpower issues for the Air Force Reserve. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Plans, directs, and manages the Air Force Reserve Program Segment of HQ USAF's strategic and long range personnel and manpower plans. Responsible for insuring the Air Force Reserve meets all HQ USAF customer requirements for identification of strategic and long range issues, analysis of related proposals, provision of technical advice on reserve capabilities and constraints, Air Force reserve participation in long range and strategic planning information between the Air Force Reserve staff and agencies in the Washington DC area with whom the Air Force Reserve interacts. 2. Responsible for the preparation, validation, and distribution of the Air Force Reserve Strategic Plan (or Agenda) as approved and directed by the Chief of Air Force Reserve. Specifically addresses broad and significant strategic issues facing the Air Force Reserve beyond the time frames and scope of plans. 3. Directs the development of Improvements to the Air Force Reserve corporate planning process. Convenes representatives from across the command for analysis and preparation of process improvement recommendations, and makes presentations on behalf of the Air Force Reserve regarding its Strategic Plans and planning processes. 4. Serves as the top advisor to the Commander/Vice Commander, Air Force Reserve and senior staff In determining the most appropriate response In the areas of strategic and long range plans. Provide accurate and effective analysis through review of regulatory or policy changes, analysis of highly controversial, precedent setting, policy matters, and knowledge of overall phases of various strategic and long range management plans. 5. Conducts meetings with various key personnel within the command in order to discuss., evaluate, and determine courses of action relative to administrative and technical matters regarding program changes. Represents HQ AFRC, regarding strategic and long range management plans matters at meetings attended by representatives from HQ USAF and other military agencies. 6. Stays abreast of policy decisions made by higher agency levels which have impact on assigned program or mission. Serves as principle advisor in providing guidance and assistance on controversial or problematic situations regarding Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), and phase down operations. 7. Develops individual Mobilization Augmentee (IMA) reservists as strategic and Jong range planning assets to the corporate planning process. Provides a path for input and insures processing of information to keep the IMA community a fully integrated part of the entire corporate planning system which also enhances ability to ensure total force integration.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserves or willing/qualified to join
• A security clearance may be required
• PCS expenses will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• This posn is subject to provision of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must sign a mobility agreement
• Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.
• Position is subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request

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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one year of the specialized experience must have been of a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to that of the GS-14 grade in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes Mastery of a wide range of concepts, principles, practices, laws and regulations of strategic and long range planning methods, processes, and analytical techniques. In-depth knowledge of AFRC/military command structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships. Highly knowledgeable of AFRC, GMAJCOM, and Air Force missions, plans, and policies for the full range of contingencies from peacetime through full mobilization. Mastery in planning, organizing, and directing team study work, and in negotiating effectively with the AFRC staff and with counterparts at GMAJCOMs, Air Force, and military agencies. Demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities are essential to successful accomplishment of responsibilities inherent in this position. Must be able to occupy/be qualified to fill an Air Force Reserve General Officer billet via the current Reserve Brigadier General Qualification Board (RBGQB) candidate list or by currently occupying an Air Force Reserve General Officer billet. Federal Time-In-Grade (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the GS-14 grade level or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. 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. Expert knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, practices, laws and regulations of strategic and long range planning methods, processes, and analytical techniques. 2. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operations that govern and interface with HQ USAF customer requirements for identification of strategic and long range personnel and manpower planning issues. 3. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning the efficiency, effectiveness, and program operations of strategic and long range planning ??u?? 4. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. 5. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. 6. Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: 1. . May be required to fly in commercial or military aircraft in the performance of temporary duty travel. The incumbent's regular assignments arc primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. 2. Must possess a high degree of tact and diplomacy and demonstrated leadership. 3. Incumbent must have a broad and extensive knowledge of strategic and long range planning methods, processes, and analytical techniques. 4. This is a key management position in which the incumbent is required to formulate, determine or influence training policies of the unit to which assigned. 5. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. 6. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. 7. This position is designated as a mobility position. The incumbent must be willing to move/transfer to another unit/location on a lateral or promotion basis as directed by HQ AFRC. 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.

Contacts

• Address AFRC Robins AFB 455 Bryon St Suite 474 Robins AFB, GA 31098 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]