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MISSION SUPPORT STAFF SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an understudy to the Mission Support Group Commander and as such, reviews policy and assists the Senior ART/Mission Support Group (MSG) Commander in planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and controlling all activities and operations of the Mission Support Group.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
12/16/2025 to 12/22/2025
Salary
$111,442 to - $144,876 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Dobbins AFB, GA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
6R-AFPC-12853330-039268-NMB
Control number
852426100

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Clarification from the agency

Limited area of consideration to Command-wide AF Internal or AF DCIPS Candidates Only. Applicants must be a current Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) employee to be eligible.

Duties

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  • Serves as advisor to the MSG Commander and staff, providing planning and oversight of base support activities in the Mission Support Group. Such activities include but are not limited to logistics planning and readiness, communications, civil engineering, personnel, supply, transportation, contracting, aerial port etc.
  • Represents the Mission Support Group Commander at a variety of installation and functional area organizational meetings. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other group commanders, representatives and senior staff at Numbered Air Force, HQ AFRC, gaining MAJCOMs and Air Staff.
  • Assesses the effectiveness of program execution. Reviews management indicators and reports to identify any deficiencies or shortfalls and makes recommendations to the MSG Commander on possible solutions and courses of action.
  • Accomplishes special staff studies, projects and initiatives resulting from legislative and regulatory changes, reengineering efforts, new technology, privatization, program/mission changes, etc. Identifies the need for studies, establishes goals and objectives, and designates working group(s) as needed.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • 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
  • Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies as required
  • The incumbent may be required to fly in commercial or military aircraft for performance of TDY
  • SECRET Clearance is a condition for employment. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
  • Incumbent must possess demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities essential to successful accomplishment of the responsibilities inherent in a senior command position
  • Limited area of consideration to Command-wide AF Internal or AF DCIPS Candidates Only. Applicants must be a current Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) employee to be eligible
  • This is a centrally managed position

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, Administrative and Management Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: (1) applying management and organizational principles and practices as well as organization, programs, missions, and functions; (2) working with comprehensive range of staff concepts, objectives, policies, management/organizational techniques, and military command; (3) conducting comprehensive studies, analyzing findings, and making recommendations on substantive operating programs; (4) working with applying an in-depth knowledge of reserve operations and the policies of the organization in carrying out assigned mission; and (5) working with financial management policies, regulations, and process; and budgetary goals/objectives of unit in order to analyze and evaluate the effects of continuing changes in program plans and funding, and ensure that the appropriate financial planning is accomplished.

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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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. Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of a variety of logistics functions including but not limited to communications, civil engineering, personnel, logistics planning and readiness, supply, transportation, contracting services, and others.

2. Knowledge of support mission requirements in all areas of base support. Knowledge of a wide range of analytical/investigative techniques and qualitative/quantitative methods to conduct comprehensive studies and make recommendations on substantive operating programs and policies.

3. Knowledge of operating programs throughout unit in order to conduct comprehensive studies, analyze findings, and make recommendations on substantive operating programs.

4. Knowledge and understanding of a comprehensive range of staff concepts, objectives, policies, management/organizational techniques, and military command.

5. Ability to recognize interrelationships of the various aspects of operating programs and skill in interpreting and analyzing such information to evaluate overall program status and effectiveness. Ability to gain cooperation from others through tact, courtesy and diplomacy.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiates complex issues; and maintains good
working relationships. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): 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.

120-Day Register: 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.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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.

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.

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