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AUTO SKILLS COMPLEX MANAGER

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Forces, Europe
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Summary

About the position: This position is located at the Auto Hobby Facility on RAF Lakenheath, UK.

This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be 40 hours per week. This position comes with the opportunity to elect benefits and annual/sick leave.




Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
09/04/2025 to 09/14/2025
Salary
$37 to - $37 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Lakenheath, United Kingdom
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25SEP9ONATTLED973177
Control number
844971800

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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Responsible for the economic and efficient operation of the Auto Skills Complex. Manages the facilities consisting of a garage, two vehicle repair shops, two auto parts stores, car wash program, POV Sales Lot, Ministry of Transportation (MOT) inspection program, and a storage compound. Implements higher level directives, formulates procedures and processes to ensure high standards of programs and services. Establishes, reviews and evaluates purchases of supplies, equipment and resale merchandise. Establishes financial goals commensurate with market analysis of area or region. Prepares budget, analyzes financial results and maintains a solid financial condition of the Complex. Finalizes inventory reports and ensures accuracy. Responsible for work force management, recruitment, and staff training. Manages real property resources and provides expert advice on renovations, improvements, minor and major construction. Develops various programs that involve customer education and customer service incentives. Serves as the subject matter expert in a highly specialized area. Interprets regulations, develops local compliance procedures, and addresses related problem situations. Represents area of expertise to the NAFI and the general-public. Serves as the MOT Authorized Examiner Designated Manager (AEDM) & Authorized Examiner Principal (AEP); responsible for the management and compliance of MOT testing operations and Quality Control of all vehicle testing in accordance with the UK Vehicle Inspectorates laid down procedures and UK Law. Serves as the 48 FSS Vehicle Maintenance Officer (VMO); responsible for the day-to-day operation of the squadron's vehicle fleet in conjunction with 48 FSS Vehicle Control Officer (VCO); coordinating maintenance schedules and performing inspections, preparing various reports, following established local and higher headquarters guidelines. Monitors expenditures regarding budgeting goals. Ensures required accounting documents are submitted. Applies good communication skills to establish, develop and maintain effective working relationships with business and industry representatives, customer organizations, HRO, Marketing and financial management. Operates government vehicles in the performance of duties. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12793925

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to satisfactory complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must have a valid US Driver’s License and 3rd AF license.
  • This is a drug testing position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/14/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Europe. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Must have responsible experience which has demonstrated the ability to manage a business activity. Must have held responsible administrative, professional, technical or other position which has provided a general knowledge of management principles. Must have working knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair. Knowledge of the various methods, techniques and procedures to publicize programs and activities. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skill in supervising, motivating and directing a subordinate workforce. Specialized Experience: In addition to the general experience, applicant must have specialized experience gained in the operation or management of a civilian or military auto servicing center. Must have completed an award in MOT test center management or MOT manager course. The experience must include responsibility or supervision over thevarious phases of an auto servicing center

Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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