The National Defense Authorization Act for FY2020 approved a new, independent Space Force in the Department of the Air Force. The U.S. Space Force is a military service that organizes, trains & equips space forces in order to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and to provide space capabilities to the joint force. This new military branch is taking shape and recruiting! Click "Learn more about this agency" below to view Eligibilities being considered & other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

As the R&EM Flight Chief, plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the flight, ensuring that R&EM responsibilities comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. As the appointed primary Installation Emergency Manager, supports the installation commander by managing and executing the installation's EM program IAW DOD and AF Guidance and at the direction of the installation commander. Serves as Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Manager. Executes the R&EM Flight financial management responsibilities.

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
• This position is Centrally Managed by the Civil Engineer Career Field, PCS cost will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations. DNRP is Authorized.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• A Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management from an accredited university recognized by the Department of Education is highly desirable.
• AF Certified Emergency Manager (AFCEM) certification is highly desirable.
• Completion of the National Planners course is highly desirable.
• Must have successfully completed, or be able to complete within six (6) months of appointment to position, the Air Force Emergency Management Course.
• Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position is required to participate in providing continuity for the installation EM missions, which may include primary nuclear airlift (PNAF), depending on location.
• May be required to work extended hours after normal duty hours or on weekends for exercises or during emergency, disaster, or contingency operations.
• Pre-employment physical examination is required.
• This is a Key Position. The duties of this position meet all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency (cont. below)
• or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be
• removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve,")
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance.

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, Group Standard Administrative and Management Positions, for Emergency Management Series, 0089. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: 1) Developing goals and objectives that integrate organization and Readiness and Emergency Management (R&EM) objectives. 2) Developing, implementing, and conducting Emergency Management and Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear related training for first and emergency responders. 3) Directing and overseeing installation threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments. 4) Reviewing training criteria and overseeing development and execution of Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force training in order to meet medical, combat skills, and deployment training requirements. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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 a wide range of health, safety, security directives, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, technical orders; National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF) plan organization, lines of authority, and installation response roles and responsibilities; and natural disaster response procedures, training techniques, and use of specialized EM and CBRN equipment. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures, and skill in evaluating program operations to develop comprehensive installation emergency management plans and to analyze work processes to meet requirements and program objectives. Knowledge of analytical and investigative techniques to determine emergency response staffing requirements and assigning personnel into critical positions to mitigate the emergency condition. Ability to plan, organize, direct, conduct, operate, and evaluate emergency management and related programs; e.g., mobility/expeditionary engineering programs, CBRN response, hazardous material storage and classification methods, risk assessment, consequence management programs, exercise evaluation, and EOC operations. Ability to plan, budget, and execute required projects in support of program activities based on relative priorities and available funds. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address United States Space Force 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]