MUNITIONS DISPOSAL SPECIALIST - 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 provide oversight of the cleanup and removal of ammunition, explosives, and other dangerous articles from the UTTR. This includes On Scene Commander, Range Residue Removal Manager, and Special Project Manager responsibilities for operational support within the organization. Responsibilities Performs the role as On Scene Commander of Recovery (OSCR) for all large footprint weapons requiring flight termination systems on the UTTR. Coordinates and assists in mission planning and execution to establish, revise, or review UTTR policies and procedures relating to recovery operations (weapons effects, target selection, EOD procedures, environmental impacts, etc.). Manages various issues related to munitions on the UTTR IAW DoW, DAF, federal, state and local guidelines, serving as the UTTR Range Residue Manager (Recycle Yard) and coordinating local EOD support. Performs role of Test Program Manager for the overall management, control, coordination, and execution of specified customer (external and internal) projects and special programs. Performs contract administration and surveillance for the multi-million-dollar UTTR Range Residue Removal (R3) Contract. Interacts with internal and external officials and/or customers diplomatically, convincingly, professionally, and promote effective working relationships. Prepare reports on time, ensuring they are of high quality to an audience of Air Force senior leaders; including recommendations, meaningful program information, written summaries and results from synthesized data and/or metric analysis. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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-9 for the GS-11 position, grade GS-11 for the GS-12 position or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies regarding munitions clearance and residue management; ability to apply new scientific findings, developments, and advances, and solve complex problems; knowledge and skills to develop or refine solutions or recommendations to complex problems; working knowledge of operational concepts and contract management experience. 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. 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-9 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. 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. 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: - Knowledge of Explosive Ordnance Disposal methods and techniques is required. - Knowledge and experience of aircraft/air vehicle ground and flight operations, maintenance, industrial and physical security, and logistics procedures and practices. - Knowledge of DoW range management responsibilities, including environmental compliance, natural and cultural resource management, munitions management, and military use of airspace is required. - Skill and ability to develop, conduct, apply, and adapt qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve Air Force test and evaluation operational and support problems or define and clarify alternative solutions. - Experienced in coordinating with multiple agencies, organizations, and contractors to achieve objectives. Experience monitoring contractor work performance to include reviews of technical documents. - Graduate of US Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal School is required. 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 IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with 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 This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection. Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR) - UTTR mission is to provide war fighters with a realistic training environment, and conduct DOD Test & Evaluation (OT&E) including tactical development and evaluation supporting large footprint weapon systems to enhance combat readiness, superiority, and sustainability. Developmental Position: This position is a developmental (e.g.: GS-11 Target GS-12) position. This position may be filled at any grade level. Individual selected may be promoted without further competition, upon meeting all legal and regulatory requirements. Starting salary indicated on this vacancy announcement is for GS-11 to GS-12. Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position may be subject to a formalized training program and pay retention of 150% of the maximum rate of the basic pay is authorized for candidates requesting a Voluntary Change to lower Grade. 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. 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