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 to provide congressionally mandated assistance for eligible personnel and families who are undergoing a permanent change of station (PCS) including a full range of services, benefits information, counseling, and training on relocation and military lifestyle issues.

Duties

Assists specialists in providing relocation programs and services for student military personnel and their families Conducts interviews of individuals/families to identify their relocation needs, financial needs and spouse employment needs Assists with the maintenance of current information on services designed to orient new military personnel and their family members to the unique requirements of the military lifestyle and to include: obtaining/maintaining financial solvency; spouse career/life planning; and family relocation Assists with the maintenance of current information on relocation services available on the installation and in the local community to include city, state and federal, and maintains a current network of services and trends involved in worldwide relocation

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
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties
• Subject to work an uncommon tour of duty and to recall during emergencies

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, Technical and Medical Support Positions, 0102 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-05 grade level or above (Internal Applicants) or the GS-06 grade level or above (External Applicants) or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: 1) Providing a working knowledge of social services delivery systems as well as practices, programs, techniques, and methods relating to one or more of the social or behavioral science fields. 2) Using correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports. 3) Conducting interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns/issues, provide assistance in developing goals and plans and determining appropriate referral services/options. 4) Establishing and maintaining working relationships using tact and diplomacy in interactions with individuals/families, leadership of organizations, and with program representative and officials. 5) Using information and referral databases/software, and internet for information and referral. 6) Collecting, classifying, updating, designing and disseminating information and other data and developing alternative solutions to a variety of problems. 7) Assessing and measuring organization trends, concerns, and needs, assisting in identifying and prioritizing goals, and providing guidance and direction for the development and implementation of plans and tools to address issues. OR EDUCATION: Applicants have one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. (Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work and must have been obtained in an accredited college or university.) NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants have a combination of experience and graduate level education as described above to meet the qualifications of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS (CURRENT OR PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEE): 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. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS (EXTERNAL APPLICANTS): Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 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: General knowledge of social services delivery systems relating to one or more of the social or behavioral science fields Skill in conducting interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns/issues and provide assistance in determining appropriate referral services/options Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships using tact and diplomacy in interacting with individuals/families and program support representatives Skill in using various computer software database, spreadsheet, word processing, and network programs such as internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FAMNET, Defense Outplacement Referral System (DORS), Transition Bulletin Board (TBB), and Standard Installation Topic Exchange Service (SITES) Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to collect, evaluate and disseminate information; Ability to meet suspenses 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 Sheppard AFB 426 5th Avenue Sheppard AFB, TX 76311 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]