Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to plan and execute a broad range of events on behalf of the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) Athletic Department (AD), assist the AD Events Manager with programming, planning, coordination, and execution of all intercollegiate sports schedules (NCAA) and other events that take place in associated athletic program facilities.

Duties

1. Manages and directs event oversight and coordination to multiple USAFA Division I intercollegiate home sporting and USAFA institutional events. 2. Assists in the management and oversight of the Athletic Department's Intercollegiate Scheduling program for approximately 27 sports; using computer generated database, spreadsheets, and reports, including use of facilities and coordinating schedules with USAFA Events Scheduling Committee. 3. Monitors requirements, scheduling, and provides oversight of security contract and contractor personnel. 4. Athletic Department special programs point of contact/monitor; briefs special programs to department personnel, attends USAFA and Air Base Wing special program meetings.

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable background check as a condition of employment.
• PCS will NOT be paid.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Position requires the skill to monitor contract personnel and lead an eclectic team of volunteers and additional duty staff. The ability to inspire action and effort through influence and example rather than direction is critical.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime may be required.

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, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes (1) Utilizing knowledge of AF and USAFA guidance, organizational structures, missions, objectives, operating programs, key positions, and administrative/protocol policies and procedures sufficient to perform event planning activities and perform as the action officer for assigned events; (2) Implementing management and organization principles and theories, including standardized administrative practices and procedures common to the organization or area of responsibility; (3) Applying conventional methods to gather, analyze, and evaluate information concerning management processes, draw conclusions, and recommend appropriate action; (4) Synchronizing the design, planning, organization, and execution of various and multiple event activities. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., (if related) in a field related to the position being filled. Education at the graduate level must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit 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 if the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. Only graduate level education more than the first 18 semester hours may be combined with experience. 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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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: 1. Knowledge of Air Force and command program goals, objectives, operations, policies, applicable DoD, and AF instructions and guidelines; the sequence and timing of events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall program planning and execution of large and complex special events; or equivalent knowledge. 2. Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices related to intercollegiate scheduling programs for the planning, coordination, and execution of events; to include practical knowledge of NCAA rules and guidelines, policies, and requirements. 3. Ability to plan, schedule, and conduct projects and studies including gathering, assembling, and analyzing facts; drawing conclusions; devising recommended solutions; and packaging the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision making. 4. Ability to direct integrated multi-functional teams to plan, organize, and execute events, conferences, or symposiums. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships. 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.

********************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS********************

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt

Contacts

• Address USAF Academy 5136 Eagle Drive USAF Academy, CO 80840 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]