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Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to plan, direct, and conduct comprehensive manpower and organizational analyses/studies and resource management of widely diverse organizations, with complex structures, functions, and work processes; and provide management advice and consultation to improve organizational effectiveness, resource efficiency, and resource savings.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/01/2026 to 04/07/2026
Salary
$111,119 - $144,457 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Hickam AFB, HI
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
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9Q-AFPC-12925487-235820-AOW
Control number
863242100

Duties

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  • Studies the structure, functions, and/or resource allocation of organizations with complex and/or highly interrelated work processes and functions. Advises or proposes solutions to management to improve processes and structures to maximize mission accomplishment and manpower resource utilization.
  • Designs, plans, and conducts complex and comprehensive studies/analysis of a wide range of organizational elements and functional areas to provide a sound basis for management's decisions involving manpower requirements, resources, organization, and the general and specific uses of manpower resources in support of existing or future force structure initiatives and/or initiatives impacting major command missions. Determines manpower impacts of force structure changes, weapon system conversions, strategic sourcing initiatives, and budget and resource issues.
  • Designs, plans, and conducts work measurement, methods and procedures, manpower requirements utilization and engineered time standards; reviews and implements changes to organization and resource controls/programs, and/or benchmarking studies of complex, interrelated substantive work processes or functions. Studies require significant adaptation of work methods and application of manpower/process standards.
  • Collects and analyzes data to insure the most effective use of command manpower resources. Actions include internal command resource realignments, organizational restructuring, strategic sourcing recommendations, and the interaction/coordination with Air Staff counterparts for such actions. Provides complex management support services in the areas of program cost analysis, annual/multi-year/long range fiscal planning (e.g. Defense Planning Guidance (DPG), Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) cycles, and development of annual work plan(s), and/or commercial activity for organization(s).
  • Plans, develops, organizes, and determines necessary policies, directives, programs, procedures and instructions for the determination and effective management of Air Force and PACAF manpower Requirements, Resources, Organization, and Strategic Sourcing programs as described in all applicable Manpower and Organization Air Force regulations, all applicable DoD and Federal regulations, and Public Laws. As a senior management analyst, ensures program/project adherence to legal and regulatory guidance, and develops command directives for operation and use of command manpower resources and requirements to meet command and organizational needs.

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
  • 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.
  • 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 is a centrally managed position
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof on your resume
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or civilian aircraft
  • Occasional overtime work is likely
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subjected to drug testing
  • Work involves managing work with other team members with substantial workload

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 knowledge and skill in the application of DOD and Joint regulations, policies and guidelines, as well as ability to interpret public law governing all applicable manpower and organization programs. 2) Applying knowledge of organization, missions, and functions to conduct manpower studies and/or standard re-applications to determine manning and skill levels. 3) Leading others and advising senior leaders with their knowledge of the Manpower Determinants; Organization, Management Engineering, Strategic Sourcing, and Productivity Enhancing Capital Investment (PIF) programs as they relate to assigned manpower and organization programs and in the application of all pertinent policies, principles, procedures, and directives. 4) Employing computer systems and software programs utilized by the manpower and organization division, as well as Microsoft Office applications. 5) Applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations; and, ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, devise solutions to problems, and identify changes and trends. 6) Communicating orally and in writing; to gain cooperation and/or gather organizational information from others during interviews through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy; ability to negotiate complex issues. 7) Applying knowledge of manpower programming, allocations, and requirements to manage command resources effectively; and ability to understand FYDP implications.

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. Expert knowledge and skill in the application of DOD, Joint, and AF regulations, policies and guidelines, as well as ability to interpret public law governing all applicable manpower and organization programs.

2. Expert knowledge of Air Force organization, missions, and functions to conduct manpower studies and/or standard re-applications to determine manning and skill levels. Ability to devise organizational structuring options for complex, diverse organizations and ability to provide complex management support in effective resource utilization.

3. Ability to employ computer systems and software programs utilized by the manpower and organization division, as well as Microsoft Office applications. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation and/or gather organizational information from others during interviews through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. Ability to negotiate complex issues.

4. Expert skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations; and, ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, devise solutions to problems, and identify changes and trends.

5. Expert knowledge of manpower programming, allocations, and requirements to manage command resources effectively. Ability to understand FYDP implications.

6. Ability to lead others and advise senior leaders with their knowledge of the Air Force Manpower Determinants; Organization, Management Engineering, Strategic Sourcing, and Productivity Enhancing Capital Investment (PIF) programs as they relate to assigned manpower and organization programs and in the application of all pertinent policies, principles, procedures, and directives.

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.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Makes major recommendations of projects, studies, or program segments to be initiated, dropped or curtailed; the optimum mix of reduced operating costs and assurance of program effectiveness, including introduction of labor-saving devices, automated processes, and methods of improvements; and the resources to devote to particular programs especially when a significant portion of the organization's budget is involved.

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.

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.

Pacific Air Forces

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:

  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • AF DCIPS Interchange
  • AF Internal Employee
  • DoD Transfer (Excluding Air Force)
  • EO 12721 Certain Former Overseas Employees
  • EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses
  • Former Federal Employees (Reinstatement)
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Employee
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • National Service (Peace Corps and VISTA)
  • Non-AF DCIPS Interchange
  • Non-Appropriated Fund
  • Non-DoD Transfer
  • Other (Interchange Agreements)
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians
  • PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction
  • Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Phone
1-800-525-0102
Email
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY
Address
JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam
655 Vickers Avenue
JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI 96853
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