TRAINING TECHNICIAN with Security Clearance

Company: Department of the Air Force
Location: Niagara Falls
Posted on: May 4, 2024

Job Description:

Duties SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is as a Civilian position to evaluate and manage the training and education program on behalf of the Maintenance Group and its subordinate unitsThe role of the Group Training Manager is to function as the Group Commander's key staff responsible for oversight and management of the training and educational programThe GTM serves as a training consultant to all Unit Training Managers within the Group and subordinate unitsThe GTM implements and manages training programs, policies, and procedures as directed by the Group Commander, Host Wing/Base Education and Training Office and higher headquartersDUTIES--- Plans, organizes, leads and controls training for the Maintenance Group and subordinate units.--- Manage, oversee and implement all aspects of On-the-Job Training program for maintenance group personnel (ARTs, reservists, civilian employees, supervisors, managers, etc.).--- Manages special certification training program.--- Manages unit ancillary and readiness training programs.--- Outline and oversee the maintenance training program for supervisors and trainersRequirements Conditions of Employment--- U.SCitizenship Required--- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov--- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF RegulationsIf receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreementMore 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--- This is a Civilian positionWork schedule will be aligned to allow the incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies as a civilian for continuity.--- The incumbent's regular assignments are assigned civilian and would be ART duties as the continuity.--- The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance level designated for the position.--- The incumbent may be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments (TDY) away from the normal duty station.--- The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands to work an uncommon tour of duty such as weekends.--- Performs other duties as assigned.--- PCS is not Centrally Managed but will be unit fundedQualifications 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, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician SeriesSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systemsExamples of specialized experience includes knowledge of AFRC Reserve mission and training methods, policies, procedures, regulations, instructions, and documentation requirementsKnowledge of training goals and objectives to assist in the administration, management, implementation and instruction of training programs for Maintenance UnitsKnowledge of methods and procedures for analyzing unit training statisticsKnowledge of and skill in using automated systems to prepare reports and extract dataThe ability to analyze data and determine accuracies and deficienciesKnowledge of maintenance Air Force Specialty Code skill-level qualifications, update, enhancement, and proficiency training requirementsSkill in oral and written communication and ability to coordinate with all levels of command to ensure accomplishment of training program objectivesFEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligibleOne year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 levelTIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeksNOTE: 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 requirementsKNOWLEDGE, 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: 1Knowledge of AFRC Reserve mission and training methods, policies, procedures, regulations, instructions, and documentation requirements2Knowledge of training goals and objectives to assist in the administration, management, implementation and instruction of training programs for Maintenance Units3Knowledge of methods and procedures for analyzing unit training statistics4Knowledge of and skill in using automated systems to prepare reports and extract dataThe ability to analyze data and determine accuracies and deficiencies5Knowledge of maintenance Air Force Specialty Code skill-level qualifications, update, enhancement, and proficiency training requirements6Skill in oral and written communication and ability to coordinate with all levels of command to ensure accomplishment of training program objectivesPART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time workYou must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per weekVOLUNTEER 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 employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experienceEducation This job does not have an education qualification requirementAdditional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this positionYou must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty locationEmployed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of AnnuitantsClick here for more information120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing dateApplicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occurMilitary Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they appliedYou must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSPClick here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification ChecklistPriority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance levelYou must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP ApplicantClick here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference)To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcementDirect Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct depositIf you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxableVisit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.--- Benefits Help A career with the U.Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveYour application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this positionPlease follow all instructions carefullyErrors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employmentBASIS OF RATING

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