Education And Training Specialist
Job Location:
Lackland Air Force Base, TX - USA
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Job Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is to: Serve as a technical authority/lead project facilitator across the squadron Educational Technology initiatives. Advises management and colleagues on difficult problems conducts special studies and proposes options and alternatives representing the squadron.
- Plans directs integrates and executes all aspects of the squadrons educational technology program within cost schedule performance and/or system supportability requirements.
- Directs coordinates and oversees project/study work to include oversight of related contracts. Serves as the project leader for squadron-level projects as a subject matter expert (SME).
- Serves as a trainer for educational technology initiatives. Provides training and assistance to faculty and staff students and other users on the functions and capabilities of multimedia education and technology.
- Represents the squadron at higher levels within the command. Establishes develops and maintains effective working relationships with other coordinating organizations.
- Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service see
- A SECRET security clearance is required
- 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: position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours with short to no advanced notice which may include evenings weekends and/or holidays. Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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 Administrative and Management Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes (1) Working with web-based theories principles practices technical and non-technical elements of interactive multimedia courseware program authoring developing and delivery which integrates text digital sound animation video graphics and interactive capabilities; (2) Working knowledge of planning scheduling conducting and facilitating projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the productivity of work operations in a program or support setting; and (3) Working with Contracting Officer Representative duties and responsibilities in regard Distant Leaming (DL) development by contractors.
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-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. 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:
- In-depth knowledge of organizations mission function policies procedures and techniques and skill in integrating management services to solve a variety of human resources and management support problems and DLIELCs role in the greater DoD/Security Assistance framework.
- Thorough knowledge of the web-based theories principles practices technical and non-technical elements of interactive multimedia courseware program authoring developing and delivery which integrates text digital sound animation video graphics and interactive capabilities.
- Ability to plan organize and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.
- Ability to communicate mentor and interact effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of personnel within and outside the organization including across multinational forums.
- Professional knowledge of ESL/EFL principles theories methods and techniques of instruction including the role of culture in language instruction.
- Knowledge of Contracting Officer Representative duties and responsibilities in regard Distant Learning (DL) development by contractors. Skill in analyzing evaluating and directing development and training and organizational management projects as well as identifying and assessing training gaps and to develop and oversee appropriate and viable solutions.
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 will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
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ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran disabled veteran and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position he or she must submit a certification memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the members military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
- Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
- Branch of Armed Forces
- Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
- Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
- Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
- Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
- Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
- Signature by or by direction of the adjutant personnel office unit commander or higher headquarters commander.
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.
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.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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 windowLearn more about federal 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.
Required Experience:
IC
