Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Officer, it is the Executive Officer, in the Command Section of an Air Force Reserve Wing or Wing equivalent. The position is responsible for administering and directing the wing's executive support functions and insuring that day-to-day operations comply with the policies of the senior ART and command. Additionally, provides training to reservists in the tasks of the position. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Serves as the executive advisor on programs and initiatives within the wing. Monitors the effectiveness and status of wing programs and activities by reviewing program status documents; internal metrics and/or productivity reports; management indicators; inspections, staff assistance, and audit reports; and from visual observations and personal contacts with the wing staff and operating personnel. 2. Performs a variety of staff studies relating to the management of the wing. Evaluates program effectiveness and provides data required to support current or future plans and operations. 3. Plans/conducts staff meetings as directed. Obtains necessary background information, materials, and data to insure complete coverage of issues. Follows-up on open action items/issues to be taken by others and advises supervisor. 4. Manages wing resources for executive support, services and activities. Conducts management studies, inquiries, and surveys to determine support requirements and to measure the effectiveness of existing structures in meeting objectives. 5. Responsible for the inspection program for the ART element. Plans and directs inspection activities. Represents the senior ART commander in all matters pertaining to inspections and keeps him fully informed. 6. Implements security measures in compliance with regulations and monitors measures to assure effectiveness. Investigates, violations of security regulations, involving ART personnel. Carries out responsibilities as investigating officer as directed.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserves or willing/qualified to join
• A security clearance may be required
• 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/
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• This posn is subject to provision of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must sign a mobility agreement
• Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Advance in hire may be 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
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request

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 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which includes performing work with the in-depth knowledge of organization, programs, missions, and functions of the AF Reserve Wing, and the relationships of administrative support activities to such missions, as applied to accomplishing various assignments involving issues affecting the wing. Knowledge and understanding of a comprehensive range of staff concepts, objectives, policies, management/ organizational techniques, and military command are applied in accomplishing work assignments. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the GS-11 or above grade/level or equivalent position in the federal service. Federal Time-In-Grade (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions: Applicants must have served at least 52 weeks at the next lower grade level or higher grade (or equivalent in an alternate pay system) within the Federal Civil Service to be considered for referral. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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 the over all mission, functions, operations and organization; and a variety of principles and processes applicable to the work operations of a military wing or equivalent. 2. Knowledge of analytical, evaluative, planning and investigative processes, techniques and methods as applied to issues or studies involving administrative or support functions. 3. Knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies and precedents applicable to wing programs and related support resources or equivalent. 4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 6. Ability to plan, organize work, and manage multiple taskings. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: 1. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedules will be so aligned to allow the individual to function fully on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. Work schedules will be so aligned to allow the individual to function fully on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends. 2. May be required to travel by regularly scheduled military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty (TDY) assignments. 3. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. 4. This is a designated mobility position. Incumbent must be willing to move/transfer to another unit/location on a lateral or promotion as directed by HQ AFRC. 5. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance 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.

Contacts

• Address AFRC Non-ART Locations 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]