Job opening: OPERATIONS PLANNING SPECIALIST (INSTRUCTOR)
Salary: $86 962 - 113 047 per year
Published at: Aug 23 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
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Duties
Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an AOC Formal Training Unit (FTU) Targets and Tactical Assessments (TSgts/TA) Instructor and subject matter expert (SME). Responsible for teaching targeting processes as it applies to the various phases of the joint air tasking cycle; such as target development, strategy development, planning the desired points of impact on specific targets, identifying weaponeering solutions, monitoring the execution of the ATO, and assessing the results of striking the target at the operational level of war.
Duties:
Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and implements course development and instruction.
Applies military AOC ISR Team experience.
Develops practical training exercises in the assigned subject matter area.
Evaluates instructional programs and participates in special projects for the formal training unit.
Maintains professional and technical expertise.
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 may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance
- AOC FTU instructional systems development, curriculum development, and instructional technology experience (distant and resident training) are highly desirable
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing
- Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
Qualifications
Conditions of Employment (cont.):
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 employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
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, Administration and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301.
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 includes in-depth knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations toward development and/or improvement of constructive training programs in support of personnel readiness to conduct major military operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, ISR, exercise, Special Operations, command and control, or similar operations; in-depth knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of military operations and evaluations and the ability to convey advanced concepts and implement technical procedures in support of operational level command and control formal training unit operations; knowledge of Air Force and command program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational 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 military operations and evaluation of the same; skill to plan, organize, and develop training materials, to make sound recommendations and informed decisions on substantive program operations, and to negotiate effectively in order to provide training audiences with the best possible learning experience; and skill to communicate effectively both orally and in writing as an instructor in a classroom environment.
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:
In-depth knowledge of the application of military rated aviation operations expertise as it applies to assigned programs, operations, weapon systems, logistics support and personnel readiness in support of major military operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, Special Operations, ISR, command and control, or similar operations; to include experience at a functional or geographic AOC, or assignment to an organization that supported a functional or geographic AOC. Experience in the area of ISR Targeting and Tactical Assessments is highly desirable.
Knowledge of Air Force and command program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of key operational 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 military operations and evaluation of the same.
Ability to apply a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of training programs.
Skill in planning and executing various mission specialties in support of joint task forces and air component objectives.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing as an instructor. Ability to negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.
Knowledge of Air & Space Operations Center and Air Force Forces missions and relationships to determine coordination and liaison requirements and training audience strengths and weaknesses for program planning and execution.
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 Non-AFSOC Hurlburt Field
212 Lukasik Avenue, Suite 217
Hurlburt Field, FL 32544
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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