Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide instruction of concepts associated with high-risk DoD personnel participating in sensitive, National Level Code of Conduct and SERE related programs directed by the JCS. Organization location of position: Joint Personnel Recovery Agency Personnel Recovery Academy, Fairchild AFB, WA.

Duties

DUTY 1: Provides academic instruction, role-play training activities and practicum. DUTY 2: Provides training in accordance with established policies utilizing a variety of methods to include but not limited to: role-play, formal lecture, demonstration performance, informal group/guided discussion, practicum, and remediation and group briefings in a diverse range of settings either in residence or at other CONUS or OCONUS locations. DUTY 3: Creates personal lesson plans for academic lessons and provides leadership during critical learning seminars requiring student monitoring of high-stress laboratory and follow-on discussions. Contributes to the development of graphics, and scenarios. Provides input on courseware development.

Requirements

• NOT CENTRALLY MANAGED
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance with a SCI background check.
• 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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• This is a Drug Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• Overtime may be required as workload demands. Non-Standard work hours are regularly required.
• Frequent TDY IAW Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) Volume 2, traveling on regularly scheduled passenger military or commercial aircraft in performance of duties.
• This is an excepted service Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position under Title 10, U.S.C.
• Graduate and/or instructor of a DoD approved Level "C' SERE course is highly desirable.

Qualifications

This is a GG-09 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-09 duties for the "Professional" work category are at the "Full Performance" work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-09 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job. 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, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GG-1712, Training Instruction series. Individual Occupational Requirements for GG-1712, Training Instructor series: Education Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. or Experience Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience that demonstrated 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. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable 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; and work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency. OR EDUCATION: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B or J.D. with a major study in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. AND 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: Knowledge of doctrine, plans, policies, and procedures, which govern peacetime/hostage survival training. Knowledge of policies, procedures, and requirements for all military services and high-risk customers. Knowledge of operational, intelligence training field to equip the individual to reach complex decisions regarding the development of new methods, approaches, and procedures to meeting continuing program changes and conflicting/competing requirements. Knowledge of and working experience with, sensitive compartmented programs designed to support requested training; knowledge and understanding of personnel recovery tactics, techniques, and procedures. Knowledge of content of courses and principles of instructions to develop training scenarios and courseware. Knowledge of subject matter with the ability to tailor course or program elements to fit the particular needs of various audiences; knowledge that provides understanding of Level-C Code of Conduct Executive Agent Instruction, DoD Directive 1300.7 and other core documents recommended by HQ JPRA. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: All candidates must successfully complete skills and aptitude assessment administered by the PRA during the interview process. Documentation validating certification as a PRA instructor within six months will be accepted. All candidates must pass a psychological evaluation conducted by a certified SERE psychologist prior to selection. Documentation validating a previous evaluation within one year of date of hire will be accepted. Requirement may be waived if the applicant is an active Code of Conduct Instructor at a DoD certified school. All candidates will be subject to a physical to determine if they meet the physical requirements for the position. Position requires lifting up to 70 pounds, extended standing on hard surfaces, tolerance of heat and cold temperature and uneven walking surfaces during training activities. Vision and hearing correctable to normal range is acceptable. During contingencies or wartime, the incumbent may be expected to perform duties and responsibilities, possibly including but not limited to: exercises of wartime and/or contingency operations; deployment within CONUS/OCONUS communities; reporting for or staying on duty when other employees are excused; working overtime or irregular duty hours; performing frequent and lengthy TDY; and other types of employment-related duties. 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 IC - Air Force DCIPS 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]