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Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: To provide planning direction, implementation guidance, in- depth training and resource documentation for Air Force-wide support of Airman & Family Readiness Programs. The incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of operational guidance and procedures that promote efficient practice, development, and maintenance of appropriate standards of service, and the coordination of related programs for use by base-level and MAJCOM program managers, guide training requirements, monitor military and civilian manpower budgetary needs and assignments, and support data collection efforts. DUTY 1: Plans, organizes, and manages assigned Airman & Family Readiness (A&FR) Program area, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and the meeting of customer needs. DUTY 2: Represents A&FR programs on working groups, steering groups, or other meetings, conferences, seminars, etc., with a variety of other functional area organizations. DUTY 3: Provides guidance to other AF elements concerning the education and training plans, programs, and budget matters related to the A&FR programs. DUTY 4: Provides guidance, conflict resolution, and information to base-level A&FR program managers, Major Commands, and Air Staff.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• 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
• Must exhibit a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and the ability to foresee the impact of changing technology
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• This position requires a high degree of discretion in relation to sensitive information
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
• A degree or equivalent experience in the behavioral sciences or social work is required.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements for 0101 series and Group Standard for Professional & Scientific Positions. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level which equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the Airman and Family Readiness Program Specialist. Examples of specialized experience includes Knowledge of a wide range of social science and social work principles and concepts and practices relating to the A&FR program areas. To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education, click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/social-science-series-0101/ 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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 of laws, regulations, executive orders, issues, etc. relating to A&FR program areas. 2. Knowledge of a wide range of social science and social work principles and concepts and practices relating to the A&FR program areas. 3. Knowledge of social services delivery systems and concepts, principles, and theories relating specifically to A&FR program areas. 4. Skill in assessing program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluate program status, and recommend and/or implement solutions for improvements. 5. Skill in applying tact and diplomacy during difficult circumstances to advise and inform individuals and high level officials on complicated, sensitive, and sometimes controversial issues related to planning, organizing, and directing functions and staff of a small organizations. 6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with organizations and individuals to identify, establish, modify, and provide support to Airman and families. As well as skill and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. 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
• Name: Tracy Wise
• Phone: 210-237-9841
• Email: [email protected]