TRUE NORTH PROGRAM MANAGER - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

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 Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) and United States Space Force (USSF) True North (TN) Program Manager. Overseeing all aspects of program implementation to include development and execution of plans, procedures, and policies. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Recruitment incentives may be authorized Position may require an appropriate security clearance Employee must maintain current certifications Position may be subject to random drug testing Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays Shift work and emergency overtime may be required Disclosure of Political Appointments All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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. Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or within 120 days of announcement closing will have, at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in managing all facets of program implementation, including the formulation and execution of plans, procedures, and policies and/or working knowledge of available installation and community agencies/resources, as well as relevant civilian and military laws, regulations, policies, and precedents that influence the utilization of program and related support resources in the context of installation and base resiliency; familiarity with significant issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the installation, while fostering and sustaining collaboration among various military and community resources to improve access to a variety of helping agencies and builds a network of programs and services. 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. 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 pertinent laws, regulations, policies and procedures to evaluate and improve programs. 2: Knowledge of available installation and community helping agencies/resources (i.e. Military & Family Readiness, Employee Assistance Program, Civilian Health Promotion Services, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, Mental Health, Family Advocacy, Chaplain Services, etc.). 3: Ability to recognize problems, conduct research, problem solve, summarize results, and make appropriate recommendations to implement solutions. 4: Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate issues; and maintain good working relationships. 5: Skill in preparing and presenting briefings and presentations for a variety of audiences and possess skill in interfacing with a wide range of personnel, including senior leadership, with tact, courtesy, diplomacy and professionalism. 6: Ability to effectively teach, lead and assist with committees, working groups and teams. IDEAL CANDIDATE: A bachelors degree or higher in behavioral, social science or a related discipline appropriate to this position is preferred. Knowledge and experience within primary prevention is highly desired. In depth knowledge of the DAF culture, military dynamics, related professional fields and a thorough knowledge of the DAF community and the unique challenges that DAF families face; or equivalent knowledge is highly desired. 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 ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith 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. 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. If 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 2025. When 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 taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information. This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens 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 intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.