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 independently serve as Munitions Management Element Lead for planning, scenario development, and execution of Operational Level warfare Command/Control exercises/experiments supporting Geographic Combatant Command/Air Force Component-Major Command/Component-Numbered Air Force programs. Exercises to train the Commander and staff. Responsibilities Implements, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Weapons and Munitions Management Element. Applies military operations experience to analyze, develop, coordinate, and evaluate goals and objectives for planning and organizing projects to accomplish Air Component training goals and objectives. Documents planning and programming decisions in appropriate formats to meet Department of Defense (DoD), Joint Staff, Combatant Command, Air Force and Air Force Component-Major Command (C-MAJCOM) training requirements. Serves as the senior representative and spokesperson in communicating weapons/munitions program matters. Maintains professional and technical expertise. Attends training, conferences, and briefings to maintain and increase individual knowledge of operational doctrine, tactics, techniques and procedures, training methods, processes, and procedures; including awareness of functional expertise in the assigned area. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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, Administrative and Management Positions for Logistics Management Series 0346. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in-depth knowledge of the application of military operations expertise at the C-MAJCOM level as it applies to assigned programs, operations, weapon systems, logistics support and personnel readiness in support of major military operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, Special Operations, command and control, or similar operations. Expert knowledge of doctrine, theories, and principles of munitions systems and support planning, development, and execution sufficient to develop training plans and observe and evaluate participant actions in exercise conditions at the C-MAJCOM level. Knowledge of logistics concepts as they apply to weapons and munitions systems management and support, to include the tactical-level (munitions squadron) to the operational-level (C-MAJCOM). In-depth knowledge of the various command entities involved in overall planning and execution of operations and evaluations and the ability to convey advanced concepts and implement technical procedures in support of operational-level command and control exercises. Knowledge of and skill sufficient to organize, plan, coordinate, and execute various exercise mission specialties in support of joint task forces, land, sea, and air component objectives and ground, naval, and aero maneuver forces. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: In-depth knowledge of the application of military operations expertise at the C-MAJCOM level as it applies to assigned programs, operations, weapon systems, logistics support and personnel readiness in support of major military operations such as war, mobilization, deployment, exercise, Special Operations, command and control, or similar operations. In-depth knowledge of doctrine, theories, and principles of munitions systems and support planning, development, and execution sufficient to develop training plans and observe and evaluate participant actions in exercise conditions at the C-MAJCOM level. Knowledge and experience of Air Force and Air Component missions and relationships to determine coordination and liaison requirements; the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating planning action effectiveness; and the relationship of various entities involved in program planning and execution of military operations to ascertain training audience strengths and weaknesses for exercise planning and execution. Knowledge of logistics concepts as they apply to weapons and munitions systems management and support, to include the tactical-level (munitions squadron) to the operational-level (C-MAJCOM). Skill in organizing, planning, coordinating, and executing various exercise mission specialties in support of joint task forces, land, sea and air component objectives and ground, naval and aero maneuver forces. Skill to communicate effectively both orally and in writing as an instructor and professional exercise controller training mid to senior-level military commanders and their staffs. Ability to negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relationships. 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. ********************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS******************** ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt Education Additional 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 position. You 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 location. Employed 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 Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-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 date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You 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 MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You 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 Applicant. Click 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 announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.