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Duties

SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chief, International Military Student Officer (IMSO), is the primary point of contact for the Air Force Security Assistance Training (AFSAT) Squadron providing daily oversight and management for all international military student support functions. Coordinates the social sponsor program and arranges activities under the Field Studies Program (FSP). DUTIES: Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the IMSO, ensures management of training, overall welfare and administration of international military students (IMS) complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Serves as 82 TRW International Military Student Officer (IMSO). Serves as liaison/mentor to foreign students including their daily supervision. Manages the Field Studies Program (FSP).

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship 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
• Incumbent must be comfortable in dealing with high-ranking foreign representatives and able to utilize tact and diplomacy on all occasions.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Incumbent must have general knowledge of subject matter courses and AETC training policy; must be cognizant of basic instructional methodology.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty

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, and Education and Training Technician, GS-1702. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is defined as general knowledge of Security Assistance, development training program administration, policies and procedures. Knowledge of and compliance with various directives of education and training programs. Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of instructions and educational methodologies OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., related degree from an accredited college or university Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position. 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: General knowledge of Security Assistance/Cooperative Development training program administration, policies, and procedures. In depth knowledge of and compliance with various directives (DoD, AFSAT, AFSAC, SAF/IA, etc). Professional knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of instruction and educational methodologies in areas such as design of instructional systems, development of curricula, preparing educational materials, tests and measurement devices, educational program evaluation, and staff and faculty professional development programs. Knowledge of military and civilian personnel policies and requirements as they relate to employee program management. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skill in advising or counseling persons of differing cultural backgrounds. Ability to analyze and research problems in cross-cultural adjustment and security assistance/cooperation issues. 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 Sheppard AFB 426 5th Avenue Sheppard AFB, TX 76311 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]