Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Responsibilities The primary purpose of this position is to provide management and support to the Command at Luke AFB, the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field (AFAF), and the Barry M. Goldwater Range (BMGR) in compliance with the Department of Defense Range Rule, Military Munitions Rule, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1970, AFI. 32-7061 of 1994, Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999, and other applicable statutes, regulations, guidelines, and instructions. 1. Manages various issues related to munitions at the BMGR, Gila Bend AFAF, and other locations within the responsibility of the Range Management Office. 2. Manages multi-million dollar projects related to cleanup and removal of ammunition, explosives, and dangerous articles at the Barry M. Goldwater Range (BMGR). 3. Serves as Luke AFB and BMGR representative for improvement of the range clearance effort and implementation of several rules and regulations regarding munitions. 4. Serves as technical expert on munitions for day-to day operations and long-range planning for the BMGR. 5. Develops and presents briefing packages, conducts site tours, and prepares a variety of related reports. 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 Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies regarding munition clearance and residue management. Ability to apply new scientific findings, developments, and advances and solve complex problems. A general knowledge of environmental laws/policies related to land management is desired. Comprehensive knowledge and skills to develop or refine solutions or recommendations to complex problems; take actions that have a significant impact on the existing program; project development trends and future needs; and extend existing techniques or develop new approaches managing munitions and target residues on a military tactical aviation training range. The employee is recognized as the technical authority in management of exploded ordinance, ammunition, explosives, dangerous articles, and other range residues. 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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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 explosive ordinance disposal methods and techniques is required. 2. Knowledge of conventional munitions commonly used on fighter aircraft. General knowledge of DoD range management responsibilities, including environmental compliance, natural and cultural resource management, and military use of airspace is desired. 3. Knowledge of the laws, regulations, instructions, policies, and proposed rules regarding munitions management is required; on Air Force training ranges, desirable. 4. Experience coordinating with multiple agencies, organizations, and contractors to achieve objectives. 5. Skill writing statements of work, evaluating contractor proposals, and managing work performed contractors to include reviews of technical documents. Ability to research scientific and state-of-the-art equipment to improve the range munitions identification and clearance, such as robotics, special purpose vehicles, shape charges, and other equipment. 6. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, to include presentations to technical and lay audiences, and ability to use common computer software, such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and database. 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 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.