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: Manage the squadron's Combat Arms Program. Oversees the Combat Weather Squadron's Combat Arms ground weapons training, maintenance, ground munitions and small arms range programs. Oversee training, qualifying, and certifying of instructors and Air Force personnel on Air Force small arms/light weapons (SA/LW) and courses of fire.

Duties

Manage Squadron Combat Arms (CA) Program. Manage the Combat Weather Squadron's Combat Arms Program and serve as the squadron's ground weapons training, maintenance, ground munitions, small arms range program expert. Serve as the tactics subject matter expert for the Security Forces commander. Perform Combat Arms (CA) Instructor and Range Operation duties. Train and certify Air Force personnel on proper SA/LW handling procedures, marksmanship fundamentals, short-range combat techniques, limited visibility techniques, weapon employment, and weapon safety procedures. Administrative and other duties. Monitor progress of instructors, students, documents results, and take remedial or corrective action to include additional training, changes in training techniques and/or procedures or methods of instruction. Oversee reports for student leadership on difficulties in meeting objectives and potential causes. Perform Armory operations, field maintenance, weapon inspections and minor range repair. Complete field maintenance and minor repairs on SA/LW using specialized tools, gauges, and equipment. Inspects SA/LW using specialized tools, gauges, and equipment and reviews the squadron's SA/LW preventive maintenance program.

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
• Advance in hire is authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by (con't)
• (con't) employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety
• Incumbent must be qualified in the use of required weapons, as the incumbent will be required to use firearms in performing duties. Prior experience and proficiency in handling and firing small arms, related to military security and (con't)
• (con't) tactical operations, is highly desirable. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying (con't)
• crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position
• Must pass an initial pre-employment medical examination, periodic medical examinations, required physical fitness/physical agility tests including running events, meet established hearing standards and discern colors, contrast, and depth. (con't)
• (con't) The incumbent must immediately report to his supervisor any significant medical threshold shifts in health status and/or medication requirements
• Employee is required to obtain and maintain required appropriate security clearance. Must wear a uniform and meet applicable dress and appearance standards as identified in current AFI
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, to include nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, rotating shifts, and recall. May be required to wear protective clothing such as coats, boots, and vests and/or chemical (con't)
• (con't) protective equipment, (e.g. respirator mask). Incumbent must be able to operate all Government Vehicles and installed equipment. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position
• Graduation from the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Apprentice Course and Combat Arms Training and Maintenance Craftsmen Course is desirable. (Reference AFI 36-2655)
• Incumbent will be exposed to the day-to-day dangers associated with security duties. Incumbent is required to obtain first responder training/certifications required in CPR techniques, self-aid buddy care, and first aid (con't)

Qualifications

Continuation of Conditions of Employment: (con't) on the job and maintain annually Recurring training is required to keep the incumbent knowledgeable on the updated specialized tactics, techniques, and procedures necessary for preparation and response to catastrophic events, terrorist attacks and related threats to installations This is a key position. The duty of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency 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 CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve) This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions The incumbent is required to meet all requirements of Federal, DOD, Air Force, Army, State, and local level rules and regulations to maintain certification and qualification on assigned weapon systems 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, Training Instruction Series, 1712. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position 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. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; or I have a bachelor's degree in education, or a subject area related to the position and am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. 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-05 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: 1. Be a graduate of a Military Combat Arms Apprentice Course or equivalent civilian/industry partner program. Knowledge of service-based programs and objectives, processes involved in military training programs, and/or processes relating to training programs in parallel business and industry organizations; prior experience and proficiency in handling and firing small arms, related to military security and tactical operations, is highly desirable. 2. Knowledge of special operating requirements, methods, and procedures for enforcing specialized personnel access controls and preventing unauthorized access to areas where stringent security requirements are enforced protecting Assigned Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) assets. Knowledge of Army/Air Force Armory and range operations and procedures. 3. Knowledge of principles, techniques, and safety of instruction used in combat arms weapons training, firing range instruction, AA&E security, and small arms and light weapons repair procedures. Skills in combat arms resources management, including maintenance of assigned weapons, classrooms, firing range structures, munitions buildings, and weapons storage facilities. 4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and instruct training courses in a classroom seminar setting. Ability to develop course materials and present formal and informal courses and briefings. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the function of a small to large sized organization; and mentor, motivate, and lead enlisted instructors on the technical aspects of the work performed. 6. Incumbent has arming requirements which entails carrying of firearms and comporting to policy as it pertains to enforcing regulations within assigned jurisdiction. The incumbent is required to meet all requirements of Federal, DOD, AF, MAJCOM, State, and local level rules and regulations to maintain certification qualification. 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 Pope Field 374 Maynard Street Pope Field, NC 28308 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]