THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN RE-ADVERTISED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (RESUME, DD-214, OR OTHER DOCUMENTS) DURING THIS OPEN TIME PERIOD.
Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) are part of the regular civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain active membership in an Air Force Reserve unit so long as they occupy ART positions. As members of reserve units, ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. In addition, they are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Force Reserve units and members are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL UPCOMING LIKE POSITIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN. CERTIFICATES MAY BE ESTABLISHED AND USED FOR 90 DAYS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.
The Government’s most important asset is its people.
Summary
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN RE-ADVERTISED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION (RESUME, DD-214, OR OTHER DOCUMENTS) DURING THIS OPEN TIME PERIOD.
Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) are part of the regular civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain active membership in an Air Force Reserve unit so long as they occupy ART positions. As members of reserve units, ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. In addition, they are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Force Reserve units and members are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL UPCOMING LIKE POSITIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN. CERTIFICATES MAY BE ESTABLISHED AND USED FOR 90 DAYS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.
The Government’s most important asset is its people.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Public Affairs Officer. Incumbent of this position will perform the following duties:
Plan, direct and manage the public affairs program.
Plan, organize and administer an external information program.
Conduct an internal information program to keep personnel informed on current policies and developments as well as local activities, plans, and problems.
Establish contact and maintain a positive relationship with local businesses, information agencies, and social and civic groups.
Plan, direct and conduct the Congressional Outreach program.
Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve military requirements.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position may or will require incumbent to: (1) If you are selected for an ART Officer position, you will be required to sign a mobility agreement prior to appointment. (2) Incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. (3) Work is generally performed in an office setting; however occasional participation in field exercises and military aircraft is required. (4) Obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
Qualifications
You must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or qualifying pay band under other pay systems in the Federal service that has given you particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as shown below required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Experience which provides a thorough knowledge of planning, directing, and administering the organization's public affairs campaigns, projects, studies, and other major program functions keyed to random or targeted audiences. (To be creditable, specialized experience must meet the above quality level requirements).
KSAs: (1) Knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of conducting a Public Affairs program for an organization. (2) Knowledge of print and electronic media production and techniques in planning and developing new articles, fact sheets, brochures, and other information materials to keep various intended audiences informed on issues of interest. (3) Knowledge and skill in applying analytical techniques in gathering and evaluating complex data; and determining appropriate method, medium, and audience for intended communication. (4) Skill in effectively interfacing with print and electronic media, other government agencies, and representatives of special interest groups. (5) Ability to plan, organize and evaluate program effectiveness.
Substitution of Education for Experience: None
Additional information
Candidates are encouraged to provide a copy of their military experience and training (VMET) documents with their resume in order to expedite recruitment efforts. Visit the 'Transition GPS (Goals, Plans, Success)' website https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/tgps/ to obtain this VMET information.
Individuals on active duty may apply 120 days before separation date and should indicate in their application their military separation date. Individuals with more than 120 days before separation date must submit with their application a letter, signed by their commanding officer, stating the individual will be released from active duty (Palace Chase) if they obtain an ART position. Reservists who are mobilized may submit a copy of their mobilization orders or a statement in their application stating they are available within 120 days.
Individuals who have special priority selection rights under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must rank in the Best or Highly qualified categories to be considered well qualified for the position. Federal civilian employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of the most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of the most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP eligible.
Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. For information on military spouse preference, please refer to website http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/veterans-authorities/.
Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference.
All Federal Employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
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.
The Department of Defense offers an excellent benefits program. In addition to your take-home pay, click here for an overview of 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.
Please note if duplicate/multiple application materials are submitted, we will consider the most recent submission as the one of record. If you do not meet the screen out questions, you will not receive any further consideration. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
You will be rated under Category Rating procedures based on the extent to which your experience meets the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) for the position listed under 'Qualification Required' and quality categories as shown below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualified applicants eligible for veterans’ preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans within the same quality category. Each applicant will receive an initial rating based solely on their responses to the assessment questionnaire. To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your rating will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. The final rating is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the KSAs required for this position.
If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three 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.
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability as identified in the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed under 'Qualification Required' as they relate to the position for which you are applying.
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.
The Department of Defense offers an excellent benefits program. In addition to your take-home pay, click here for an overview of 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.
1. Your Resume-Work experience sections must show inclusive dates (month/year) and number of hours worked per week. If in a Reserve component, you should also identify any man-days or active duty days (total number of days) within the corresponding work experience block, if applicable. Current civil service employees claiming credit for experience that would not normally be part of your primary duties must provide documentation, signed by your supervisor, which verifies the performance of other duties and the percentage of time the other duties were performed. Additional information on what your resume must contain can be found on the following link http://www.afrc.af.mil/Portals/87/documents/jobs/Federal-Job-Information-2017.pdf
2. The Occupational Assessment Questionnaire 3. Other supporting documents:
• Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable - To successfully claim veterans' preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, please see the information below:
COPY OF DD 214, CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE OR DISCHARGE FROM ACTIVE DUTY PROVIDED MUST IDENTIFY TYPE OF SEPARATION, CHARACTER OF SERVICE AND NARRATIVE REASON FOR SEPARATION
• Claims for 5-Point Veterans' Preference. Submit official documentation such as a (1) DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active duty - Member 4 copy (2) Virtual MPF awards and decoration printout; or (3) Statement of Service Letter or other form of certification signed by a Military Personnelist or other authorizing official (Commander of your unit or higher headquarters) who certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of Discharge and Character of Service (for members in a Reserve component, the letter must clearly identify 180 consecutive days of active duty, not for training).
If selected, you will be required to submit a copy of your DD 214 prior to entering on duty.
• Claims for 10-Point Veterans' Preference. Submit the following documents: (1) Standard Form 15, pages 1&2 (Revised Oct 13 or later; previous editions are unusable); (2) a letter from the Veterans Administration, dated 1991 or later identifying percentage of disability. The Employment Letter is the preferred supporting documentation which must be submitted with the SF 15. The Employment Letter can be requested through the Veterans Administration by calling 1-800-827-1000; and (3) a DD 214 Member 4 copy. If sufficient information is not provided, tentative preference may be granted based on criteria as identified above for 5-Point Veterans' Preference criteria as stated above.
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.
Your application must be completed online or faxed to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) at 1-478-757-3144. The Special Examining Unit (SEU) office does not accept applications by e-mail, regular mail, fax or in person. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package by Monday, August 14, 2017, which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. The Occupational Assessment Questionnaire (as applicable)
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Monday, August 14, 2017. Incomplete application packages will not be considered and will receive an ineligible rating.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online 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, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov./pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1989946. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Air Force Reserve Special Examining Unit
Special Examining Unit
155 Richard Ray Blvd
Robins AFB, GA 31098-1601
Next steps
Applications will be processed for rating after the close date of this announcement. Processing time for applications is several weeks from the close date of this announcement. Applicants will receive a Notice of Results (NOR) via Application Manager approximately 2 days after the announcement closes. The rating on this NOR will be based strictly on your answers to the questionnaire. You may receive another NOR via email once your application is rated by a Human Resources Specialist which may reflect a different rating or veterans’ preference from the initial notice. Qualified candidates may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Your Resume-Work experience sections must show inclusive dates (month/year) and number of hours worked per week. If in a Reserve component, you should also identify any man-days or active duty days (total number of days) within the corresponding work experience block, if applicable. Current civil service employees claiming credit for experience that would not normally be part of your primary duties must provide documentation, signed by your supervisor, which verifies the performance of other duties and the percentage of time the other duties were performed. Additional information on what your resume must contain can be found on the following link http://www.afrc.af.mil/Portals/87/documents/jobs/Federal-Job-Information-2017.pdf
2. The Occupational Assessment Questionnaire 3. Other supporting documents:
• Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable - To successfully claim veterans' preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, please see the information below:
COPY OF DD 214, CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE OR DISCHARGE FROM ACTIVE DUTY PROVIDED MUST IDENTIFY TYPE OF SEPARATION, CHARACTER OF SERVICE AND NARRATIVE REASON FOR SEPARATION
• Claims for 5-Point Veterans' Preference. Submit official documentation such as a (1) DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active duty - Member 4 copy (2) Virtual MPF awards and decoration printout; or (3) Statement of Service Letter or other form of certification signed by a Military Personnelist or other authorizing official (Commander of your unit or higher headquarters) who certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of Discharge and Character of Service (for members in a Reserve component, the letter must clearly identify 180 consecutive days of active duty, not for training).
If selected, you will be required to submit a copy of your DD 214 prior to entering on duty.
• Claims for 10-Point Veterans' Preference. Submit the following documents: (1) Standard Form 15, pages 1&2 (Revised Oct 13 or later; previous editions are unusable); (2) a letter from the Veterans Administration, dated 1991 or later identifying percentage of disability. The Employment Letter is the preferred supporting documentation which must be submitted with the SF 15. The Employment Letter can be requested through the Veterans Administration by calling 1-800-827-1000; and (3) a DD 214 Member 4 copy. If sufficient information is not provided, tentative preference may be granted based on criteria as identified above for 5-Point Veterans' Preference criteria as stated above.
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.
Your application must be completed online or faxed to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) at 1-478-757-3144. The Special Examining Unit (SEU) office does not accept applications by e-mail, regular mail, fax or in person. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package by Monday, August 14, 2017, which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. The Occupational Assessment Questionnaire (as applicable)
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Monday, August 14, 2017. Incomplete application packages will not be considered and will receive an ineligible rating.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online 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, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov./pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1989946. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Air Force Reserve Special Examining Unit
Special Examining Unit
155 Richard Ray Blvd
Robins AFB, GA 31098-1601
Next steps
Applications will be processed for rating after the close date of this announcement. Processing time for applications is several weeks from the close date of this announcement. Applicants will receive a Notice of Results (NOR) via Application Manager approximately 2 days after the announcement closes. The rating on this NOR will be based strictly on your answers to the questionnaire. You may receive another NOR via email once your application is rated by a Human Resources Specialist which may reflect a different rating or veterans’ preference from the initial notice. Qualified candidates may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
