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Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Summary

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

03/27/2026 to 03/26/2027

Salary: $28,008 - $92,434 per year
Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay

Pay scale & grade: WG 1 - 11

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

Location Negotiable After Selection

Remote job: No

Telework eligible: No

Travel Required: Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Multiple

Work schedule: Full-time

Service: Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status: No

Security clearance: Not Required

Drug test: No

Financial disclosure: No

Bargaining unit status: No

Announcement number: AF-FY26-WG-66XX-SPLASH

Control number: 862956700

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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Requirements

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Conditions of employment

U.S. Citizenship Required
Telework may be authorized.
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/
Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.
For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount.
This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1, 2, or 3-year probationary OR 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.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Qualifications

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Additional information

Please note: Positions in this field/series may or may not be available, depending on current manning. For the most up-to-date notifications on available positions, we recommend candidates subscribe and complete their profile here, indicating their position and location preferences.

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.

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.

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Required Documents

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Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.