About the Position: As a Training Instructor, you will design, develop, and instruct space operations and/or ground-based midcourse defense (GMD) courses of instruction for Functional Area (FA 40) Space Operations, Army Space Cadre development, and ballistic missile defense systems (BMDS)operations. This position is located at the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, U. S. Army Forces Strategic Command, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Duties

Establishes instructional design and development criteria using the Army Learning Policy and Systems; AND designs instructional materials for full-length residence, distance learning and mobile team training courses. Designs instructional materials for full-length Space Operations Officer, Army Space Cadre, and ground-based midcourse defense (GMD) and ballistic missile defense systems (BMDS) courses. Use various training strategies (i.e. discussion, gaming, tutorial, drills, simulations, computer-based instruction using instructional training aids (i.e. computer videos, CD-R, interactive software, video telecommunications, and print media). Conducts studies of advanced courses or other significant matters such as instructional methods, failure and attribution, and other issues affecting Functional Area and Space Cadre personnel. Establishes study and evaluation criteria, develops conclusions and/or recommendations, and analyzes reports from other training and doctrine sources. Instructs resident, distance learning and mobile training courses depending on availability of students. Monitors continuing state of the art changes in system software programs and hardware modifications which may affect technical aspects of course materials. Follows the approved Program of Instruction (POI), prepares lesson plans for each subject, and makes modifications to adapt materials to the needs of the class. Prepares and administers examinations, evaluates test results, correlates test results with other measures of student ability and makes recommendations to division chief on changes of student status.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Top-Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• A pre-employment background investigation that includes contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service are required.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the selectee can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.
• Must obtain and maintain an Instructor qualification.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473People with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement: You must have you successfully completed a full 4-year course of study in an accredited or pre-accredited academic institution leading to a bachelor's or higher degree with a major or equivalent in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. Note: If qualifying based on education, you MUST include documentation or proof with your application that you have met the basic requirement to be determined eligible for consideration. OR Have specialized experience that demonstrates a practical knowledge of human resources information technology and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s). Supervising or administering a training program. Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results. Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the experience requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower broad band NH-02 or equivalent grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates experience in tactical space operations or tactical space education/training, and planning, coordinating, and designing instruction; AND experience with design, analysis, or revision of course material using the Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation (ADDIE) process, or equivalent instructional methodology. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (NH-02). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education / Training Program AdministrationInstructional Delivery and Learner DevelopmentLearning and Program EvaluationOrganizational Awareness Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (NH-02). Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements and minimum qualification requirements prescribed by OPM within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Separated Military Members: Resumes will be accepted from members of the Armed Forces who indicate in their applications that they are available for appointment within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. Military members may be appointed while on terminal/transitional leave, before the effective date of their military retirement/separation. Military Retirees: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a civilian position in DoD (including a non-appropriated fund position) within 180 days after retirement and are subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326 or 5 U.S.C. 5305.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address EI-APF-W0FSAA US ARMY SPACE MSL DEF CMD DO NOT MAIL Colorado Springs, CO 80916 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk