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 serve as the headquarters Manpower and Organization Contingency Plans and Programs Manager and senior analyst responsible for the development, analysis, implementation and evaluation of all facets of Contingency and Wartime planning at the Air Component level and in support the combatant command, United States Southern Command.

Duties

Manpower & Organization and Contingency Plans Manager. Studies the structure and/or functions of organizations with interrelated work process or functions to improve processes, maximize resources utilization, and resolve complex and challenging substantive issues, propose viable solutions consistent with organization and mission priorities. The headquarters' Manpower and Organization plans expert on all facets of Manpower and Organization contingency planning for the Air Component Headquarters and Combatant Command. Program manager for Current Operations activities. Responsible for compliance with CJCS, HQ USAF, ACC, C-NAF, Combatant Command and U.S. statutes with directive, legal and regulatory guidance. Provides expert interpretation of vague and/or ambiguous guidance to senior leaders and the planning staff. Collaborates with HQ USAF, ACC, AFPC, ARPC, NGB and USSOUTHCOM to ensure SECDEF ordered manpower requirements are accurately reflected in the Deliberate Crisis Action Planning & Execution System (DCAPES). Ensures all deployed forces are attached to an expeditionary unit and have a clear command and control line of authority to the AFSOUTH Commander of Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR). Senior Management analyst responsible for Manpower strategic and planning analysis. Responsible for developing long and short term strategies for Manpower contingency planning. Ensures planning complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meet AFSOUTH and USSOUTHCOM campaign objectives. Responsible for the strategic planning and effectiveness of Manpower and Organization annexes, appendices and tabs to deliberate and operational plans programs. Documents planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet Air Force, Major Command and Combatant Command requirements. Identifies non-standard or emerging operational requirements, evaluate impact on assigned programs, and develops recommendations. Evaluates compatibility of future command programs, identifies problems and takes corrective action. Key Member of the 12 AF (AFSOUTH) Crisis Action Team. Serves as the Manpower Contingency Plans & Program Manager for the Crisis Action Team and/or Operations Planning Team (OPT) and manages all the administrative, executive and technical functions. During crisis situations as a Crisis Team Member; is responsible for staff coordination on matters concerning force capabilities in support of the execution of approved plans and operations orders (OPORDS), major plan modifications and all aspects of OPLAN situations.

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
• May travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, or other functions away from the duty site.
• Must maintain official US passport and required visas.
• The incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations.
• Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.

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 positions. 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 knowledge and skill in applying a thorough knowledge of complex war planning programs which involves major aspects of executing Secretary of Defense Orders such as the planning, deployment, and sustainment of forces. Knowledge of personnel planning of large and complex, multi-mission military operations and exercises. Knowledge of military structure, missions, programs and organizational relationships of Manpower at all levels. Comprehensive understanding of operational philosophy, management, and evaluation of worldwide plans and programs. Development of new or modified work methods, organizational structures, management processes, and or/or program administration procedures. 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: 1. Knowledge and skill in application of Department of Defense (DoD), Joint and AF management engineering principles, concepts, methodologies and directives, procedures, guidance, and policy. 2. Knowledge of SECDEFs Global Force Management and Implementation guidance, deliberate and crisis action planning, joint operation planning systems (JOPES), command and control management network, Global Command Control System (GCCS), CJCS Manual, AF deployment guidance, expeditionary organizational concepts, and command and control of deployed forces in both joint and AF expeditionary structures. 3. Knowledge of manpower contingency planning with special emphasis in determining and managing wartime requirements; applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration and resolution of issues of problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations to devise organizational structuring options for complex, diverse organizations; familiar with command-and-control concepts and chain of command for the deployed airman. 4. Skill in developing and conducting comprehensive studies using a variety of qualitative and quantitative techniques; prepares solutions to resolve substantive and often unprecedented problems and issues of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a major command program; evaluates and analyzes facts; draws conclusions; devises solutions to problems; identifying changes and trends; and prepares and presents briefings and reports. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and negotiate effectively with senior analysts and management to accept and implement recommendations, where proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues by completing assignments with diverse and dynamic groups; and maintain good working relationships. 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.

Contacts

• Address Davis Monthan AFB 3515 S Fifth Street Davis Monthan AFB, AZ 85707 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]