Job 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 perform executive knowledge management and personnel support to the Office of the Command Surgeon and senior leaders. In addition, the position is responsible for staff planning and analytical work involving substantive organizational programs and requiring the application of administrative or program policies and principles.

Job Description

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-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes serving as a Management Analyst in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. 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. OR EDUCATION: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: When combining specialized experience and education, the total percentages must equal at least 100 percent. 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. 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. Skill in applying analytical techniques to the identification, consideration and resolution of issues or problems of a factual or procedural nature. 2. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures plus ability to gather facts, form conclusions, develops new work methods, and device solutions to problems. 3. Knowledge of and ability to apply an extensive body of management and/or program analysis technical rules, guidelines, regulations, and procedures and data gathering methods to a wide range of situations. 4. Ability to analyze plans and procedures, identify weaknesses, and resolve technical problems by recommending alternate approaches in order to work around obstacles. Knowledge and skill in preparing reports based on studies and analyses and providing metrics, reports and other information to senior leadership and external agencies. 5. Practical knowledge of resource management functions including pertinent regulations, procedures, and documentation requirements for financial planning, manpower and personnel processes, training, and facilities. Extensive knowledge of manpower and personnel programs, procedures and documents. 6. Must effectively communicate both orally and in writing to gather information, present recommendations and gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy and diplomacy. Expert skill in grammar, writing, editing practices and style requirements in preparation of written and oral presentations. Good interpersonal skills and team building skills and ability to foster effective working relationships. 7. Knowledge of automated data processing functions, techniques, and capabilities to determine appropriate media for completing requirements. Knowledge of the fundamental capabilities and limitations of a variety of computers, computer network systems, and programs; as well as computer-related software and hardware in order to test, install, upgrade, configure, diagnose, and maintain proper functionality. 8. Knowledge of AFRC mission, organization, and relationship of AFRC units to active duty MAJCOMs. Knowledge on the organization and policies of the Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force Surgeon General, MAJCOM Surgeons, Air Force and Air Force Reserve Medical Service as well as Reserve Medical Units. 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.