Clarification from the agency

This position is open to internal AETC employees only

• Instructs students through assigned blocks of instruction of supplemental and advanced technical levels of aircraft propulsion courses.
• Researches, develops, revises and updates aircraft propulsion course materials in accordance with established learning objectives.
• Plans, develops, executes, and evaluates a comprehensive and effective training program.
• Maintains professional and technical proficiency and accomplishes difficult, but well precedented special projects related to specialty area, to include staff surveillance visits to various training activities.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• 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: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Position may require travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY
• This position has been identified as Technical Training Essential
• Position has been identified as a faculty member of the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) which is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC)
• Minimum degree requirement of an Associate’s Degree from CCAF or a regionally or nationally accredited post secondary institution in the discipline or in combination with appropriate work experience in Aircraft Maintenance (Cont)
• (Cont) with a specialty in Propulsion, and the methods and techniques of instruction
• Position encompasses both resident and mobile training worldwide

Qualifications

**This is a CCAF Position**
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, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1712, Training Instructor series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include knowledge of a wide range of the principles and practical methods, techniques, and tools of aircraft propulsion to teach a variety of students with a range of differences such as diverse ages, backgrounds, and levels of interest. Knowledge of the principles, practices, instructional methods and design at a practical level to maintain subject matter experience. Knowledge of course development, validation and implementation to include tests and measurement principles, techniques, and objectives.

OR
EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., with a major study in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts.

OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 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 copies of your transcripts.

**For Community College of the Air Force GS-1712 positions:
All faculty members of the Community College of the Air Force must meet minimum educational requirements as prescribed by the accrediting body Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC), i.e. all teachers must hold at least an associate's degree in order for the school to meet accreditation criteria. *NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.*


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-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.

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:

1. Knowledge of a wide range of the principles and practical methods, techniques, and tools of aircraft propulsion to teach a variety of students with a range of differences such as diverse ages, backgrounds, and levels of interest.

2. Knowledge of the principles, practices, instructional methods and design at a practical level to maintain subject matter experience.

3. Knowledge of course development, validation and implementation to include tests and measurement principles, techniques, and objectives.

4. Skill in accomplishing special training studies and projects.

5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

6. Ability to analyze problems and develop appropriate solutions

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.