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: The function of the AMC Passports and Visa Office is to provide Official Passports and Visas (military or civilian) in support of AMC's global mission, during peace time and contingency conditions.

Duties

Employee serves as passport and visa specialist with responsibility in directing the work operations be carried out in the Air Mobility Command (AMC) Passport and Visa Office. Serves as the primary source of information for individuals, commanders, and other personnel regarding passport and visa application policies, procedures, and requirements. Provides guidance's from the Foreign Clearance Guide and applicable travel regulations concerning entry and exit requirements. Serves as the Passports and Visa specialist for AMC and associated Air Force Reserve and National Guard units and civilian personnel in support of operational readiness and Special Air Missions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Person must be able to obtain and maintain a secret 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
• Employee must display a high degree of tact and interpersonal relations in dealing with other units, foreign embassy officials, and high-ranking U S government officials on a daily basis.
• Duty hours may be adjusted to meet short notice mission requirements requiring passport/visa support.
• Position may require the Employee to drive in the performance of their duties.
• Employee is required to complete training with the Department of State and U S Army Service Center for the Armed Forces Passport/Visa Division prior to being certified by DOS as a passport agent.
• In accordance with DoD policy only U.S. Citizens may be designated as Passport Agents, employee to this position must meet this requirement.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Passport Agents must be appointed in writing by the DoD Executive Agent for Passport and Passport Agent Services, the DoS and DoD Executive Agent retain the authority to cancel a passport agent appointment
• (continue) at any time for cause or failure to properly fulfill their passport agent's duties and responsibilities, Employee must be able to maintain their appointment.
• This position is a "Key" position IA W AFI 36-507, Mobilization of the Civilian Work Force. It cannot be vacated during national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively.
• Unless an alternate can be designated to perform the duties of this position during wartime, the Employee of this "Key" position must be screened from military recall status.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of provisions of laws, treaties, rules, and regulations pertaining to birth, identity, and citizenship matters concerning the examination and adjudication of applications for passport. Knowledge of provisions that govern entitlement to diplomatic and official passports on regular and exceptional bases and knowledge of agreements with other countries as they apply to entitlement to such passports. A thorough understanding of foreign embassy operating schedules and how to contact mission POC's, Department of State (DoS) service desks, or appropriate individuals/agencies required to secure visa authorizations on short notice. Knowledge of certain provisions of immigration and naturalization laws and regulations covering legal entry into the United States, residency, and other requirements as they apply to acquiring and retaining U.S. citizenship. Understanding of DoS, DOD, AF, and AMC policies and practices for Passport Agents in order to develop and conduct training to a continually changing staff. Knowledge in the application of various laws, court decisions, and agency determinations and interpretations, rules regulations, policies and procedures that pertain to the administration of passport issuance programs. 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-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-06 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 provisions of State and foreign laws as they apply to such issues as marriage, legitimation, adoption, and child custody. 2. Knowledge of provisions that govern entitlement to diplomatic and official passports on regular and exceptional bases and knowledge of agreements with other countries as they apply to entitlement to such passports. 3. Knowledge of certain provisions of immigration and naturalization laws and regulations covering legal entry into the United States, residency, and other requirements as they apply to acquiring and retaining U.S. citizenship. 4. Knowledge of the functions, policies, systems, procedures, and processes employed by headquarters and passport offices in the issuance of passports. 5. Skill in interpreting and explaining the requirements for obtaining a passport and advising on sources and types of documentation needed to establish proof of citizenship, residence, and identity. 6. Skill in questioning a variety of applicants and others to ascertain facts and the veracity of statements, evidence, and representations. Skill to uncover the probability of a fraud without alerting persons to the purpose of the inquiries. 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 JB Andrews 1500 W Perimeter Road Ste 5300 JB Andrews, MD 20762 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]