SUPERVISORY AIR TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

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 Deputy Chief, Command and Control/Expeditionary Operations Division in the Directorate of Operations at Headquarters Air Mobility Command sharing with the Division Chief the full scope of responsibility to supervise, manage, and direct the activities of the Division.

Duties

In conjunction with the Division Chief, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Division. Participates with the Division Chief in the exercise of supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Serves as the command focal point for C2/Expeditionary Operations. Develops goals, objectives, outcomes that integrate organization and worldwide Global Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) Weapon System, Tanker Airlift Control Center (TACC), Theater, Fixed, Mobile, and Global C2, Command Center, MAF C2 Strategy, Doctrine, and Systems, the MAF C2 Campaign Plan, Air Base Opening (ABO), Contingency Response (CR) Forces, Building Partnership Capacity (BPC), Mobility Support Advisory Squadron (MSAS), Air Mobility Liaison Officer (AMLO), Air Mobility Division (AMD), Director of Mobility Forces (DIRMOBFOR), Joint Task Force-Port Opening (JTF-PO), the 618th AOC (TACC), Air Mobility Operations Squadron (AMOS), Air Force Forces (AFFOR) Staff organize, train and equipment (OTE) functional strategies for DoD/SAF/HAF/AMC. Applies Air Force military rated aviator, Command Control (C2), Air Base Opening (ABO), Contingency Response (CR), Building Partnership Capacity (BPC), Air Mobility Liaison Officer (AMLO), and Mobile, Theater, Fixed and Global C2, Command Center, Air Mobility Division (AMD), Director of Mobility Forces (DM4), En-Route System, Mobility Support Advisory Squadron (MSAS), Joint Task Force-Port Opening (JTF-PO), Air Mobility Operations Squadron (AMOS), Air Force Global Engagement Rapid Global Mobility Core Function Lead Integrator (CFLI), Global Reach Laydown (GRL) and 618 AOC (TACC) experience and keen insight to identify and define critical challenges to effective long-range air operational strategy, concepts and plans. Represents the C2/Expeditionary Operations Division and/or the Director of Operations in/at a variety of installation and functional area organizations including the USTRANSCOM AT-21 initiative, JTF-PO, Air Operations C2 and Mission Planning Systems Configuration Steering Group (CSB) General Officer Steering Group (GOSG) meetings and/or briefings. Prepares and reviews OSD, Joint Staff, HAF, Service and MAJCOM staff packages for issues related to Operational C2, Expeditionary C2, Expeditionary Operations, JTF-PO, BPC, AMLO and Affiliation Training to ensure program(s) compliance, integration and synchronization. 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, Transportation Operations Series 2150. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of and skill in the application of Air Force rated aviator expertise as it applies to USTRANSCOM, HAF and MAJCOM Global Command and Control, Contingency Response, AOC, CRW, CRG, AMD, DIRMOBFOR, JTF-PO, AMLO, MSAS, AMOS, CFLI, ERS, Global Reach laydown, and Global, Theater, Fixed, Mobile C2 and AFFOR organize, train, and equipment functions. Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Command and Control (C2)/Expeditionary Operations. 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-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 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: Knowledge of and skill in the application of Air Force rated aviator expertise as it applies to USTRANSCOM, HAF and MAJCOM Global Command and Control, Contingency Response, AOC, CRW, CRG, AMD, DIRMOBFOR, JTF-PO, AMLO, MSAS, AMOS, CFLI, ERS, Global Reach laydown, and Global, Theater, Fixed, Mobile C2 and AFFOR organize, train, and equipment functions. Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to Command and Control (C2)/Expeditionary Operations. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of command level plans and programs for conducting major operations including mission and flight operations, tactical and strategic airlift, aerial refueling, deployment, mobilization, exercise, contingency, training, or similar operations associated with the air transportation feasibility process. Knowledge of Air Force and DOD global, theater, fixed and mobile C2 operations policies, procedures, and programs as they relate to command contingency response goals and objectives; ability to evaluate the effectiveness of planning actions related to projected and actual events. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DOD, COCOM, and Air Force organizations to provide command level staff guidance and policy for Command and Control (C2)/Expeditionary Operations. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DOD Sister Service, and Air Force organizations to provide command level staff guidance to the various command entities involved in air planning and execution of military operations. Ability to plan, organize, and direct functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and apprise the staff of the organization to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources through subordinatesupervisors; ability to communicate effectively (oral/in writing) clearly, concisely, and with technicalauthority. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiates complex issues; and maintainsgood 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. Other 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 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. 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.