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PROGRAM ADVISOR

Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as HQ AETCs senior program analyst for planning, organizing, and determining necessary policies, regulations, directives, programs, doctrine, and procedures for the establishment and maintenance of assigned Air Force programs.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/17/2026 to 03/24/2026
Salary
$90,823 to - $118,072 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Randolph AFB, TX
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
No
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
Yes
Announcement number
9P-AFPC-12913304-150581-VMB
Control number
861453800

Duties

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Serves as the focal point for administration, management, oversight, coordination and execution for the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) as outlined in DoDM 5210.42 AFMAN 13-501 Nuclear Weapons Personnel Reliability Program.

Serves as the Air Force OPR for management, coordination and execution for the AETC Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) Prescreening Process and Administers procedural guidance to coincide with AFI 31-117, Arming and Use of Force by Air Force Personnel (AUoF) for Security Forces members.

Develops metrics, performs data analysis and assessments by extracting information from various automated files (databases, word-processing), coordinating with AETC units, NAFs, AFPC assignment functionals and Air Force CFM's to compile a variety of recurring reports and presentations that deal with primary and secondary nuclear AFSC's.

Prepares and delivers oral presentations such as briefings, training, consultations and strategy to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, convey information relative to proposed changes and ultimately improve the overall nuclear enterprise.

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
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • This position may require temporary duty travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft for the purpose of training and other circumstances.
  • The position may require to work other than normal duty hours to include overtime work or irregular work schedules, such as evenings or weekends.
  • This position must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Qualified Typist Required: Must have ability to type 40 words per minute.

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, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods, procedures and techniques in the identification, consideration and resolution of all personnel programs, nuclear issues and studies concerning the efficiency of PRP, AUoF, PRP Prescreening Process, NOB, NIRI and NWG program effectiveness. Knowledge of analytical methods and techniques necessary to analyze programs operating at geologically separated organizations and to develop recommendations to improve their efficiency and effectiveness. Knowledge of AF support functions sufficient to examine and evaluate the PRP and Pre-PRP operations of different organizations and determine if the programs meet the required standards. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies and precedents that effect the examined programs and their related support functions. Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes and administrative operations of the organization. Knowledge of evaluative and analytical techniques needed to develop recommendations and alternatives to resolve problems and improves the effectiveness and efficiency of examined programs. Knowledge of planning and management needed to organize studies in order to gather information regarding the examined organizations. Knowledge of oral and written communication techniques sufficient to communicate and negotiate with management officials in order to gain compliance with standards and to implement recommendations based on the findings of studies.

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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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:

Expert knowledge of core AF processes such as personnel programs, manpower techniques, AFSC classification and retention, AF nuclear matters and security programs.

Knowledge of various office automation software programs (i.e., TMT, Vizio), tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.

Ability to input, store, retrieve data and perform quality review of data elements utilizing MilPDS.

Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to achieve stated positions or to make an adequate case for a particular strategy which may or may not be readily accepted.

Ability to plan and organize studies or big projects and to negotiate effectively with management or higher headquarters to accept implemented recommendations where proposals involve substantial resources and require extensive changes in current established concept and procedures. This includes the ability to provide field support by disseminating appropriate information, guidance and advice in a timely manner to higher headquarters, MAJCOMs and commanders.

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.

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.

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

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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