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 manage the overall operations provided by the Weather Operations flight. Serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory technicians assigned to the Weather Flight.

Duties

Manages, Directs and organizes Weather Operations as well as performs first level supervisory and personnel management responsibilities. Plans, organizes, directs, and oversees program and resource management activities. Participates in, performs, and/or directs special studies/projects that impact the unit, squadron, and/or serviced organizations and agencies. Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff service functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assignments.

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
• A one (1) year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.
• May be required to work rotating shifts, irregular hours, and be subject to recall to support unscheduled weather requirements at any time.
• Work requires access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. Work may include travel within and outside the continental United States (CONUS).
• Skill in using weather computers/software programs, work experience in AF Weather operations, and experience with the standard Air Force Weather Weapon System (AFWWS) is highly desired.
• Normal color vision required.
• 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 alternatives for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
• 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.

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, Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Technical and Medical Support Positions, Individual Occupational Requirement for Meteorological Technician (IOR), Series 1341.https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/meteorological-technician-series-1341/ SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-10, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Application of a wide range of meteorological methods, techniques, and practices, as well as weather observing, forecasting, communications, meteorological equipment, and support procedures. Ability to conduct comprehensive studies and prepare solutions to resolve problems concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of work operations; plan, organize, and direct the functions of a staff. 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-10 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Knowledge of Meteorology including a wide range of meteorological methods, techniques, and practices, as well as weather observing, forecasting, communications, meteorological equipment, and support procedures. Practical knowledge of training concepts, practices, and techniques, materials development, test and measurement, and training resources. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to conduct comprehensive studies and prepare solutions to resolve problems concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of work operations. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; present formal and informal briefings; coordinate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a staff. 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 Pope Field 374 Maynard Street Pope Field, NC 28308 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]