Training Technician
Fort Worth, TX - USA
Job Summary
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.
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The primary purpose of this position is: As an Enlisted Air Reserve Technician (ART) to administer training programs provide technical guidance and assistance to managers and supervisors within the Numbered Air Force (NAF) on all aspects of the program. Additionally provides training to reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.
DUTIES:
DUTY 1: Serves as NAF focal point for all CDC waivers reenrollment requests and two-time CDC failures. Manages waivers from assigned wings to include: 3 5 and 7 Skill Level technical school waivers Time-in-Training waivers CDC waivers CDC reenrollments as well as two-time CDC failures. Acts as the liaison between the units and the AFRC OPRs for all reenrollment and waiver requests.
DUTY 2: Administers Education Training and Distance Learning Programs for the NAF. Manages the enlisted training programs at the NAF. Researches interprets analyzes and applies DOD AF and AFRC policies instructions and guidance by establishing and implementing training plans policies and procedures. Plans develops and promotes effective utilization of media resources (examples: multimedia and distance learning).
DUTY 3: Responsible for overall management OJT program for the NAF. Conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAV) and identifies root cause of deficiencies and recommends corrective actions for process improvements. Implements and manages training programs policies and procedures as directed by higher headquarters. Familiarize personnel at the NAF-level with training concepts scope methods and procedures.
DUTY 4: Manages the development of education and training instructional products. Selects instructional methods that involve the development of lesson plans task breakdowns equipment requirements and instructional aids when teaching the AFTC Air Force Training Record System (AFTRS) and Training Business Area (TBA).
DUTY 5: Plans directs organizes and coordinates operations of the Advance Distributed Learning and multimedia education and training programs. Troubleshoots system as needed and contacts uplink broadcast facility concerning difficulties with video/audio reception. Monitors broadcast in progress. Inventories and secures course material when received as directed and notifies appropriate agency of any material discrepancies. Monitors the overall accuracy and reliability of all data entered into and maintained in Personnel Data System (PDS). Plans directs and controls the Developmental Education Board and Reserve School Selection Board process for NAF and subordinate wing officers on an annual basis.
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
- 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: must be registered for Selective Service see
- Total salary varies depending on location of position
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- 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
- Employee must maintain current certifications
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
- Recruitment Incentive will be authorized for this position
- Relocation Incentive will be authorized for this position
- Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
- Direct Deposit: 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.
- Retention Incentive will be authorized for this position
- AFSC: 3S271/MSgt/E-7
This position is obligated to the former incumbent and has return rights to this position under 10 U.S.C. 1586. Upon the employees return you are subject to being displaced from this obligated position. Every effort will be made to find an equivalent position for you at the same grade for which you qualify within the commuting area without loss of seniority status or tenure.
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 Position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which includes applying knowledge of established maintenance missions practices procedures policies guidelines instructions and requirements. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative techniques applied to the identification consideration and resolution of maintenance training issues.
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EDUCATION: masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position or LL.B. or J.D. if related NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
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COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
FEDERALTIME-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. 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:
- Comprehensive knowledge of military personnel policies Reserve mission training methods and programs and Air Force Testing Program AFIADL and DANTES testing.
- Knowledge of automated systems personal computers and software.
- Ability to analyze data/products to determine adequacy of training programs.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals both orally and in writing using tact and courtesy.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
- This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow the incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies (UTA). The incumbents regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however the incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.
- The incumbent may be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments (TDY).
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
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.
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members; are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications please call 1-. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application. A military service members statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate members separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by or by direction of the adjutant personnel officer or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin your rank dates of active duty service the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.
Individuals selected for ART positions must meet both civilian qualifications and uniformed military addition to meeting civilian qualifications applicants must obtain military membership in the Air Force Reserve wear the uniform maintain job-specific military specialty requirements and meet other military qualifications such as age height weight and physical fitness standards. For more information click here and speak with an Air Force Reserve Recruiter.
IF USING 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.
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.
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.
Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
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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.
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