Summary
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 Deputy to the Director of Strategic Plans,Programs and Requirements (General Officer). Participates in the formulation of program goals,plans and procedures for the directorate's mission objectives.Serves as advisor to the Director/Commander providing expert technical advice on issues related to assigned program areas.
Responsibilities
The incumbent equally shares the full scope of responsibility for the Global Power, Global Reach; Global Vigilance and Programs Divisions with the Director and, in the Director's absence, possessing the same authority and prerogatives. In conjunction with the Director, provides Strategic Plans, Programs and Requirements program oversight for the Air Force Reserve Command. Participates with the Director in the exercise of supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Provides technical advice on the development of all Global and Programs Divisions' policies and procedures for the execution of management activities. Directs analytical studies and reviews organizational accomplishments/deficiencies involving resources that affect directorate missions. Along with the Director, represents the unit at conferences/meetings with HQ USAF, other military agencies and GMAJCOMs regarding Strategic Plans, Programs and Requirements issues.
Qualifications
Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery of knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of a professional or administrative occupation with skill gained through job experience to permit independent performance of recurring tasks. Knowledge of the Strategy, Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (SPPBE) and the Joint Capabilities Integration Development System (JCIDS). NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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 global mission and programs functions, logistics and acquisition strategies, major weapon systems, support equipment and financial management methods, operations, policies, procedures, and the concepts, theories, and practices required in support of AFRC and subordinate organizations. 2. Knowledge of personnel management, EEO, and safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. 4. Ability to analyze, plan and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 5. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. 6. Knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operations that go with HQ USAF customer requirements for identification of strategic and long range management planning issues. 7. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, issues or problems concerning the efficiency, effectiveness, and program operations of strategy programming and planning issues. 8. Ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess and make sound decisions. 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 transcripts with 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.