Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Based upon full cognizance of the Wing programs and activities, appraises progress being made in terms of the stated goals and objectives.
• Conducts independent assessments of selected programs, mission areas, or functional areas assigned to the Wing. In concert with the Commander is responsible for overall management of the Wing and oversight of assigned Groups/Wing Staff Agencies and their Squadrons for AF Seek Eagle Office, Civil Engineering, Maintenance, Medical, Mission Support, Operations, Range, and Test activities.
• Formulates plans for the Wing Commander to implement new policies for the management of Wing activities. Participates in making key decisions concerning the utilization of resources allocated for accomplishment of the mission.
• Through subordinate supervisory personnel, assures the establishment of standards of professional and technical quality and ensures standards are maintained.
• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short/long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations. If centrally managed position, add the following here: “This is a Centrally Managed position under the (insert the program, e.g., Public Affairs) Career Field.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Incumbent may be required to work overtime or an irregular tour of duty.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• 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.
• This is designated as a key and essential position IAW AFI36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplish wartime/contingency operations.
• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate professional or administrative discipline is highly desirable. An advanced degree and completion of Intermediate or Senior Developmental Education (IDE/SDE) are highly desirable.
• Work may require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• The employee must, within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually, thereafter, file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report. Employee is required to attend annual ethics and procurement integrity training.

Qualifications

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, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-13 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include:

• With full cognizance of Wing programs and activities, appraises progress being made in terms of the stated goals and objectives. Gives executive level direction to subordinate organizations and advises the Wing Commander on feasibility of actions proposed or directed at resolving pressing problems.
• Conducts independent assessments of selected programs, mission areas, or functional areas assigned to the Wing. In concert with the Commander is responsible for overall management of the Wing and oversight of assigned Groups and their Squadrons for AF Seek Eagle Office, Civil Engineering, Maintenance, Medical, Mission Support, Operations, Range, and Test.
• Formulates plans for Wing Commander to implement new policies for management of Wing activities. Participate in making key decisions concerning the utilization of resources allocated for accomplishment of the mission.
• Through subordinate supervisory personnel, assures the establishment of standards of professional and technical quality and ensures standards are maintained. Evaluates the background of prospective candidates for critical positions and recommends selection of key personnel for senior level positions.

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. Expert knowledge of management methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies and processes.
2. Detailed knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of resources pertinent to Wing programs and organizations.
3. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EO regulations, practices, and procedures.
4. Ability to plan, organize, and direct a function and mentor, motivate, and apprise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors.
5. Ability to analyze, plan and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirement and/or mission objectives within available resources.
6. Expert knowledge of planning and programming guidelines, such as new or revised legislation.
7. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems capabilities to accomplish planning and programming tasks.
8. Expert skill in formulating, justifying, and/or analyzing requirements for programs and resources.
9. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare and defend mission requirements, develop alternatives, resource requirement and make recommendations to resolve program problems and provide policy and guidance.
10. Ability to communicate, effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, advocate, and/or advise on policies, procedures, processes, actions and decision impacting the Wing and other installation organizations.
11. Knowledge of and ability to apply personnel management regulations, policies, principles and practices.
12. Expert knowledge of the resource management process which directly impacts the Wing mission.
13. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations at OSD, Air Staff, MAJCOM, Center, Wing, installation organizations, and community partners at 0-6 and above.

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.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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.