Clarification from the agency

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

1. Initiates, executes and follows through on administrative studies or projects on areas of expressed or anticipated concern to the Commander including special projects directly connected to 66 ABG and mission partner missions.

2. Reviews, interprets, and implements administrative directives, policies, and standard procedures directed by higher authority including security, office and personnel management, travel, receipt and distribution of mail, correspondence, follow-up, preparation of correspondence, personnel actions and records.

3. Maintains cognizance of policies, plans and programs of the Air Force and 66 ABG, which affect directly or indirectly any aspect of the programs assigned to the Base.

4. Prepares briefing papers, position papers, ensuring information is correct and assembled in the appropriate format.

5. Plans and coordinates special events such as Dining Ins/Outs, special awards, groundbreaking ceremonies, special tours for students/visitors, and community-type programs.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• 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.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle and a valid driver’s license is required for the position
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• This position meets the administrative exemption criteria for the Fair Labor Standards Act (5 CFR 551.206)

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/tabs/group-standards/.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of the closing date, at least three years of progressively responsible general experience, with at least one year of that experience equivalent to at least a NH-01, (GS-04) pay band/grade level. Examples of general experience include the ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions, plan and organize work, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

OR

EDUCATION: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university.

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. Thorough knowledge of 66 ABG and United States Air Force Protocol rules and regulations and methods and practices to advise on and ensure complete consideration and proper treatment afforded distinguished visitors and ranking personnel.
2. Knowledge of military rank and structure for different services to create itineraries, name cards, invitation lists, etc., for the various visiting military officials.
3. A basic foundation of administrative concepts and practices sufficient to enable the incumbent to recommend changes in administrative policies, devise and install procedures and office practices affecting subordinate organizations and foresee administrative problems and requirements.
4. Knowledge of Commander's views sufficient to enable the incumbent to perform duties such as developing materials for use in public speaking engagements.
5. A working knowledge of the various programs and organizations that encompass the Base and skill in advising and instructing the secretaries and other officials concerning such matters as directives, reports, correspondence, scheduling, and telephone/collaborative tool procedures.
6. Knowledge of management and administrative principles, and the techniques of analysis and evaluation, along with knowledge of standardized administrative/managerial/calendar management practices and procedures to conduct studies of work processes in various organizations to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions to problems.
7. Complete knowledge of established management principles, pertinent regulations, and guidelines plus skill in applying fact-finding and work measurement techniques to conduct analyses of administrative support functions within the organizations.
8. Knowledge of office functions to screen telephone calls and visitors, maintain supervisor's calendar, prepare and review correspondence, and perform other substantive or administrative analysis and support work.
9. Knowledge of Air Force policies and procedures to perform administrative support work to encompass skill in automated/collaborative software of various kinds.
10. Skill in dealing with various Squadron CC/CLs, Program Directors, upper-level managers and military and civilian supervisors with tact, diplomacy, and various sensitive issues.
11. Skill in preparing various correspondence, performing investigative analyses, coordinating correspondence through various offices during critical short times.
12. Skill in using various software programs to produce complex documents for various uses.
13. Ability to handle several deadlines at one time and to work under stress.
14. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, in writing, and to plan, organize work, and meet critical short deadlines.

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.

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.