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Duties

SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to provide a focal point for the management and administration of international students training at Sheppard AFB under the United States Security Assistance Training. Incumbent manages a diversified and comprehensive program to support the Wing and International community. Position is to function as an expert in matters of international training. DUTIES: Serves as point of contact for international training and matters pertaining to the Security Assistance Training Program. Selects, coordinates, and conducts educational field trips for the purpose of augmenting classroom instruction and to meet program objectives. Directs and manages international military student affairs. Plans, manages and executes the Field Studies Program budget. Communicates and enforces U.S. military and civilian standards.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• May travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, and other functions away from the duty site
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty
• 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/

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: 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) Applying knowledge of directives and procedures governing the Security Assistance Training Program (SATP) and the Informational Program (IP). 2) Carrying out continuing cultural, educational, and social programs, tours, and activities for International Military Students (IMS) and their dependents. 3) Providing knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 4) Planning, organizing, and directing the functions of small to medium sized groups. 5) Communicating effectively, orally and in writing, to respond to various audiences, with diverse backgrounds and language abilities. 6) Using knowledge of principles and techniques required to evaluate international programs. 7) Conducting interviews to establish nature and extent of concerns/ issues, providing assistance in developing goals and plans, and/or determining appropriate referral services/options. 8) Applying knowledge of training resources programs, principles, and policies. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 1) Applying knowledge of directives and procedures governing the Security Assistance Training Program (SATP) and the Informational Program (IP). 2) Carrying out continuing cultural, educational, and social programs, tours, and activities for International Military Students (IMS) and their dependents. 3) Providing knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 4) Planning, organizing, and directing the functions of small to medium sized groups. 5) Communicating effectively, orally and in writing, to respond to various audiences, with diverse backgrounds and language abilities. 6) Using knowledge of principles and techniques required to evaluate international programs. 7) Conducting interviews to establish nature and extent of concerns/ issues, providing assistance in developing goals and plans, and/or determining appropriate referral services/options. 8) Applying knowledge of training resources programs, principles, and policies. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: 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. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 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 directives and procedures governing the Security Assistance Training Program (SATP) and the Informational Program (IP). Ability to competently and independently carry out continuing cultural, educational, and social programs, tours, and activities for International Military Students (IMS) and their dependents. 2. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of small to medium sized groups. 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to respond to various audiences, with diverse backgrounds and language abilities. 5. Knowledge of principles and techniques required to evaluate international programs. 6. Skill in conducting interviews to establish nature and extent of concerns/issues, provide assistance in developing goals and plans, and/or determine appropriate referral services/options. 7. Knowledge of training resources programs, principles and policies. 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 Sheppard AFB 426 5th Avenue Sheppard AFB, TX 76311 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]