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Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/29/2026 to 02/04/2026
Salary
$111,119 to - $144,457 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Hickam AFB, HI
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9Q-AFPC-12874990-098544-DMB
Control number
855758200

Duties

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PRIMARY PURPOSE: To serve as a MAJCOM-level Mobility Air Force (MAF) Senior Director of Operations in the 613th Air Operations Center (AOC), Air Mobility Division (AMD), overseeing, managing, and directing the real-time global Command and Control (C2), mission planning, coordination, scheduling, tasking, execution, and recovery of PACAF owned and gained air mobility assets that are supporting worldwide national interests primarily in the US Pacific Command (USPACOM) Area of Operations (AOR) during peacetime and in crisis 24/7, to include world-wide GWOT operations.

DUTIES:

  1. Applying Air Force air mobility experience, manages the direction, execution and controlling of PACAF worldwide airlift and air refueling system supporting Combatant Commander's force projection, sustainment, and regional commander's force sustainment. Serves as the senior officer-in-charge of PACAF air mobility C2 operations providing technical, and managerial direction to military and civilian C2 workforce.
  2. Ensures the proper application of resources and systems in the accomplishment of operational objectives. Directs the Analysis of current and crisis planning for feasibility and operability.
  3. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships.
  4. Prepares and delivers oral presentations
  5. Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff service functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to proposed changes in assigned program(s).

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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
  • Eligible for a Cost-of-Living-Allowance (COLA) which is subject to change without notice
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • This is a Centrally Managed Position in the Operations career field.
  • Locally Funded PCS cost approved.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
  • USAF air mobility rated (pilot or navigator) operational experience is highly desirable.
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • This is a shift work position (24/7). During contingency operations and, as required by the supervisor, incumbent may be required to work extended/non-standard hours. Workload will require weekends, holidays, and nights.
  • Must maintain AOC positional certification and currency.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment (continued):

  • IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME); needed to ensure the continued operation of mission essential functions of the activity. Mission Essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release.
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- Transportation Operations (2150) Series

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 include experience in maintaining, retailing, purchasing, or procurement of automotive, rail, air, bus, or other transportation equipment or services, or in the operation of a commercial transportation facility or terminal. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of fleet operations; familiarity with Federal, State, and municipal regulations governing the use of transportation vehicles; and the maintenance of inventories and cost computations; mastery knowledge of air operations and transportation concepts, principles, and methodology applicable to DoD transportation systems; expert knowledge of organizational missions, objectives, and procedures of the services and the relationships with their support requirements of other areas such as logistics, aeromedical evacuation, Global Strike etc., and the regulatory framework in which they operate; thorough knowledge of command and control operations to include en route locations; extensive knowledge of logistics system capabilities and limitations including how airlift and air refueling operations, platforms, and capabilities impact these systems as provided by DoD transportation and affiliated civilian agencies; knowledge of aircraft performance capabilities and limitations to include range, fuel requirements, configuration, loading, takeoff data and weight restrictions; total familiarity and knowledge of laws, regulations, directives, and policies that govern global mobility airlift operations; in-depth knowledge of flight operations, visual and instrument flight rules, Federal Aviation Regulations, the international airway routes and structure, oceanic routes, controlled and special use airspace, flight characteristics and systems of several types of aircraft (aircraft altitude/airspeed capabilities, cargo/pax capabilities); in depth knowledge of airfield survey data and information from enroute supplements; i.e., runway length, load bearing capability types of fuel available, etc., which are necessary for determining the suitability of the intended destination and alternatives for mission support.

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. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

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 the policies, practices, regulations, and laws concerning global air mobility operations and transportation programs. Well-versed in all aspects of mobility operations to include mission planning, tasking, scheduling, coordination, dispatching, execution, and aircraft recovery.
  2. Expert technical knowledge of air and transportation operations policies, practices, regulations and laws concerning air mobility and military aircraft operations, concepts, principles and procedures; and methodology applicable to DOD air mobility operations and transportation systems along with knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for assessment and improvement of Air Operations Center key processes and systems.
  3. Expert knowledge of the missions, roles, functions, organizational structures and operation of the DoD, US Pacific Command (USPACOM), AMC, PACAF, Air Force and organizations that govern, interface with and/or influence the complex process of global air mobility mission planning, allocation, and execution which encompasses air transportation of cargo, passengers, air refueling, contingency, and aero medical evacuation.
  4. Knowledge of information, industrial, and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to plan and implement required security programs in these areas. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
  5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the organization's functions, supervise, mentor, motivate, appraise and work with subordinate supervisors and nonsupervisory employees.
  6. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, clearly and concisely and with technical and operational accuracy; negotiate complex issues; maintain good working relationships.
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

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

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.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

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.

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.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties, click here.

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.

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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