Are you looking for a unique opportunity to gain valuable work experience? The Department of the Air Force offers challenging work and the satisfaction of knowing you've made a difference. We're offering you an exciting opportunity to gain "real world" experience as a Recent Graduate under the Pathways Program. Appointments under the Recent Graduates Program may be for 1 or 2 years depending on the position. After completing the 1 or 2 year period as a Recent Graduate, you may be non-competitively converted to a term or permanent position and placed on a career or career-conditional appointment. However, service in a Pathways Recent Graduate Program confers no right to further employment in the competitive service. For more information on the Pathways Recent Graduate Program click here.
Your Training and Development Covers:
Participant Agreement
Orientation Program
Mentorship throughout the program
Individual Training & Development Plan to assist with career planning, professional development, and training activities
At least 40 hours of formal, interactive training each year of the program
Positions may offer opportunity for career advancement
After Program Completion:
Recent Graduates who are selected for conversion to a permanent career/career-conditional appointment must have:
Completed all requirements of the program successfully
Demonstrated successful job performance consistent with the applicable performance appraisal program
Meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification standard for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted
This announcement will result in a 90-day register which may be used to fill vacancies for 90 days after the closing date of this announcement. Referrals may be made as vacancies occur.
Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Writing
Center Specialist in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed
to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. This position is located at Maxwell AFB, AL.
This is a Developmental position with promotion potential to the GS-11 grade level. The individual selected for this position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting legal and regulatory requirements.
Summary
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to gain valuable work experience? The Department of the Air Force offers challenging work and the satisfaction of knowing you've made a difference. We're offering you an exciting opportunity to gain "real world" experience as a Recent Graduate under the Pathways Program. Appointments under the Recent Graduates Program may be for 1 or 2 years depending on the position. After completing the 1 or 2 year period as a Recent Graduate, you may be non-competitively converted to a term or permanent position and placed on a career or career-conditional appointment. However, service in a Pathways Recent Graduate Program confers no right to further employment in the competitive service. For more information on the Pathways Recent Graduate Program click here.
Your Training and Development Covers:
Participant Agreement
Orientation Program
Mentorship throughout the program
Individual Training & Development Plan to assist with career planning, professional development, and training activities
At least 40 hours of formal, interactive training each year of the program
Positions may offer opportunity for career advancement
After Program Completion:
Recent Graduates who are selected for conversion to a permanent career/career-conditional appointment must have:
Completed all requirements of the program successfully
Demonstrated successful job performance consistent with the applicable performance appraisal program
Meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification standard for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted
This announcement will result in a 90-day register which may be used to fill vacancies for 90 days after the closing date of this announcement. Referrals may be made as vacancies occur.
Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Writing
Center Specialist in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed
to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. This position is located at Maxwell AFB, AL.
This is a Developmental position with promotion potential to the GS-11 grade level. The individual selected for this position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting legal and regulatory requirements.
· The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Writing
Center Specialist in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed
to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques.
· Performs developmental assignments. Performs moderately
difficult and complex assignments consisting of well-precedented tasks to
further orient the employee in the application of occupational principles,
methods, and techniques.
· Performs recurring assignments. Independently
performs work assignments which gradually increase in difficulty and
complexity.
· Carries out special projects and participates in
special initiatives and studies.
· Prepares written correspondence and other
documentation.
GS-11 Developmental Duties
· The primary purpose of this position is: to instruct within the Air University Teaching and Learning
Center's writing programs.
Develops and administers Writing Center tutor training programs.
· Develops and presents special programs that promote
development of good study skills and writing practices.
· Performs Writing Center Program
evaluation duties.
· Develops and maintains materials in
support of AUTLC Writing Center and AU educational programs.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
Must sign a Participant Agreement
You will be in a trial period throughout the entire Pathways appointment
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT/OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
You MUST reside in the commuting area of the position identified in the job announcement or be willing to relocate. Generally, this is identified as the area within which employees can be reasonably expected to commute daily between their residence and the duty station.
This position requires the incumbent to sign a Participant Agreement.
Qualifications
ELIGIBILITY FOR PATHWAYS RECENT GRADUATE PROGRAM:
Have completed all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within the preceding two (2) years. There are two exceptions:
Have completed all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution on or after December 27, 2010 and before July 10, 2012.
OR Are a veteran who, due to military service obligation, was precluded from applying to the Recent Graduate Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period described above and have a full two-year period of eligibility upon release or discharge from active duty. (Note: This eligibility period cannot extend beyond 6 years from the date on which the individual completed the requirements of an academic course of study.)
IMPORTANT: The Pathways Recent Graduate Program has an education requirement. You MUSTsubmit copies of all transcripts to include transferred hours (Unofficial transcripts are accepted at time of application). If selected, you will be required to provide "official" copies of all transcripts used to qualify for the position. All education requirements must be completed within 9 months of closing date of announcement.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-07) or equivalent obtained in either private or public sector that included knowledge
of the principles, concepts, and theories of General Education and Training,
and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation
sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding,
and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant
factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform
studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate
factual and procedural information clearly.
OR
To view qualifying education requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link:
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.
Education
ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
FOREIGN EDUCATION SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof of 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. For more information click here
Additional information
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP): Click here for specific program requirements.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for this special priority selection. A well-qualified ICTAP applicant as defined in 5 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 330.604(k) is one whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements; however, the individual would not necessarily be considered highly or best qualified. For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here.
Reemployment Annuitant: 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.
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.
Benefits of Working for the Federal Government - click here for an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
How You Will Be Evaluated: The rating you receive is based on YOUR responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the specialized experience, education requirements (if applicable), and competencies/ knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) required of this position. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience; your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies/KSAs and other characteristics:
1. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of General Education and Training and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments.
2. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives.
3. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.
4. Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.
5. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management.
6. Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.
BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under Category Rating procedures based on the extent to which your experience in your resume meet the competencies/KSAs required for the position. If you meet the basic qualification requirements for the position, your application will be assessed and placed into one of the following three quality categories: Best Qualified- Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for announced position. Highly Qualified - Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for announced position. Qualified- Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for announced position. Click here.
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.
Benefits of Working for the Federal Government - click here for an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
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.
The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement:
Online Application (Questionnaire)
Resume (Must include beginning/ending month & year for each employment period)
Copies of transcripts are required.
Veterans’ Preference - A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted if a terminal leave form or DD FORM 214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's 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. In addition, if claiming 10 point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference) click here.
For more information on veterans’ preference click here.
For more information on Family Member Preference (Derived Preference) click here.
If you are faxing any documents, click here for the official cover sheet to print. The fax number is 478-757-3144. Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume 2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire 3. Copie(s) of transcripts
4. Additional required documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, August 10, 2017
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 1985940
Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
2. OPM Form 1203FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX., and 3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.
Air Force Personnel Center
42 FSS/FSMC
50 Lemay Plaza South
MAXWELL AFB, AL 36112-6334
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement:
Online Application (Questionnaire)
Resume (Must include beginning/ending month & year for each employment period)
Copies of transcripts are required.
Veterans’ Preference - A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted if a terminal leave form or DD FORM 214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's 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. In addition, if claiming 10 point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference) click here.
For more information on veterans’ preference click here.
For more information on Family Member Preference (Derived Preference) click here.
If you are faxing any documents, click here for the official cover sheet to print. The fax number is 478-757-3144. Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume 2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire 3. Copie(s) of transcripts
4. Additional required documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, August 10, 2017
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 1985940
Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
2. OPM Form 1203FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX., and 3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.
Air Force Personnel Center
42 FSS/FSMC
50 Lemay Plaza South
MAXWELL AFB, AL 36112-6334
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
