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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To act as the Flight Operations Scheduler for the two mission design series aircraft of the 99th Reconnaissance Squadron. Construct operations and training schedules for flight and simulator resources. Plans and organizes all air operations related scheduling activities. Monitors operations initiatives and assures conformity with management objectives and policies.

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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Uncommon tours of duty may be required to support the flying schedule
• Employee may be required to travel away from the normal duty station via military or commercial transportation
• Knowledge of Patriot Excalibur (PEX) software and numerous complex excel-based analytical programs to include the ability to develop new analytical programs or modify existing programs as required, is highly desirable.
• This position may be converted to a permanent appointment without further competition.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

This is a term position NTE 30 Sep 2026; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar day may be required prior to appointment of this position. 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, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301 Series 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or higher (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or private sector), which includes Knowledge of flight scheduling policies, directives and procedures as they relate to aircrew testing, training and all 9 RW assigned weapons systems. Knowledge of Air Force operations, resource management systems associated programs, interface requirements, and retrieval language to include Patriot Excalibur software system. Knowledge of computer equipment and multiple complex administrative software programs unique to programed flying training requirements, reporting of aircrew currencies and training events, automated flight scheduling and office automation. OR EDUCATION: I have successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as flight operations or LL.B or J.D., if related. NOTE: You must submit copies of your official college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and I have at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. Note: You must submit a copy of official 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-07 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: Knowledge of aircraft scheduling procedures, aircrew training and regulatory requirements, as well as operational policies, plans and directives. Knowledge and skill to apply technical, analytical and evaluative techniques in identifying operational program deficiencies, weaknesses and areas for improvement. Knowledge of air operations support activities and ability to coordinate required support across many organizations. Ability to make independent decisions on a real-time basis under high pressure. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English. Ability to independently analyze alternative solutions and identify the best solution for air operations. 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 Beale AFB 17855 Warren Shingle Road Beale AFB, CA 95903 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]