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TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 5)

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
139th Airlift Wing

Summary

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

This is a Temporary GS-1702-11 TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5801200 and is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing.

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Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/13/2026 to 05/27/2026
Salary
$75,897 - $98,671 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Saint Joseph, MO
1 vacancy
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
Temporary
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
11
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
MO-12961431-AF-26-110
Control number
869201000

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: U.S. Citizens

Duties

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  • Plans, directs, controls, and oversees all elements of the Education, Training and Distance Learning Programs.
  • Ensures Unit Training Managers (UTMs) and Additional Duty Training Managers (ADTMs) are qualified in, and knowledgeable of their responsibilities.
  • Manages programs involving on-the job training (OJT), formal school training, Air Force Institute Advanced Distributed Learning (AFIADL) training, Professional Military Education (PME), and ancillary training.
  • Plans, compiles and forecasts requirements for formal school training for out years based on retirements and other attrition projections, conversion of weapons systems, etc.
  • Monitors and reviews all applications for training to ensure proper documentation and justification are provided, and applicants meet prerequisites.
  • Develops statistical trend analysis on the status of training for the organizations serviced.
  • Provides Education and Training advisory services to commanders and staff on education and training programs.
  • Advises commanders, unit personnel, and training activities on ways to improve their OJT program.
  • Confers with management and other key operating personnel to discuss training needs, problems and goals.
  • Manages personnel Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) classification and oversees the utilization of assigned personnel.
  • Manages data in computer based systems.
  • OPR and trainer for UTMs on the use of Training Business Area (TBA) and Air Force Training Record (AFTR), Military Personnel Data System (MILPDS) and Advance Distributed Learning System (ADLS).
  • Ensures accuracy of MILPDS data and performs functional review of data reliability.
  • Processes upgrade training, retraining, withdrawal from training, and related training actions for input into appropriate information data systems.
  • Serve as Test Control Officer (TCO) for CDC testing. Safeguards AFIADUCDC test material. Appoints test proctor and provides training to all assigned test proctors.
  • Serves as the Ancillary Training Program (ATP) OPR. Advises unit commanders and Ancillary Training Program (ATP) OPRs in their development of ATP subjects and lesson plans.
  • Prepares Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) between the unit/base and educational institution(s), including colleges and universities, providing classes or associated services on base or at geographically separated units (GSUs).
  • Serves as the base-level QPR for the Occupational Survey Program, Graduate Assessment Survey (GAS) and Field Evaluation Questionnaire (FEQ).

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • United States Citizenship is required.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.
  • Creditable Service for Annual Leave accrual may be granted to new employees if he/she possesses superior qualifications essential to the position; and which were acquired through performance in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position.
  • The duties performed in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position must directly relate to the position to which appointed and such qualifications are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal to be eligible.
  • Temporary appointments are subject to termination at any time.
  • This position can be filled up to four years if funds are available to support it.
  • Appointments of retired members of the Armed Forces as National Guard employees within 180 days of retirement requires a waiver approved by the Adjutant General of Missouri before an effective date can be established.
  • This position can be filled up to four years if funds are available to support it.
  • In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) or indefinite (Tenure 3) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the temporary appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent or indefinite status.
  • Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:Must possess a minimum of one year on-the-job equivalent experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level with the validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of a training program; and experience, education or training that demonstrates your ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures.

GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least 12 months experience equivalent to at least GS-9; or, three full academic years of progressively higher level college degree. Experienced in particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (Competencies/KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position. Additionally, all applicants must have completed two years of training experiences which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (competencies) to successfully perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of Air Force vision, values, organization, policy, and mission is mandatory. Knowledge in military training centers, training programs, schools, and units. Have experiences in conducting and developing education and training programs. Knowledge in the Air Force education and training policy requirements. Experienced in conducting, supervising, and/or developing education and training programs. Experienced in managing programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries. Knowledge in conducting audio-visual presentations, educational tests and measurements, and instructing techniques is mandatory. Knowledge is mandatory of Air Force education and training programs in regard to their principles, policies, and procedures. Experienced in performing interviews and counseling techniques; training techniques and instruction methods; task analysis procedures, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products. Must have effective writing skills; editing practices; instructional media applications, training reports, program and curriculum validation, and training implementation procedures. Experienced in training program management; scheduling training events and facilities; conducting assistance visits and training meetings; work center and individual job qualification standard development; education institution registration requirements; military personnel classification system and policies; communicative interpersonal skill applications; and distance learning concepts. Experienced and effective communicator. Abilities and experiences in presenting professional courses and briefings; and proficient capabilities in writing reports and records. Experiences as a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events. Experiences in organizing and preparing instructional materials. Understands and applies formal training objectives. Able to develop course syllabi, training project outlines, and daily and weekly lesson plans. Experienced in preparing assignments, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, training aids, and references and related material required to parallel and supplement course outline. Experienced in the art of instructing personnel, such as determining the instructional methods for class size and subject matter. Capable of instructing students by lectures, discussions, demonstrations, group activities, and laboratory work. Experienced in subject principles and applications to students using audiovisual aids such as, mockups, graphs, training films, and film strips. Experienced in completing student progress evaluations and using training aids such as, achievement and aptitude tests and rating scales. Experienced in identifying and conducting individual learning difficulties diagnoses and recommends courses of remedial instruction. Understands and applies basic classroom preparations for effective instruction using controlling factors such as, temperature, ventilation, lighting, cleanliness, and arrangement of desks and equipment. Experienced in maintains attendance records and requisitions supplies. Must possess experience in managing the function of the performed work, experiences in assigning work and assessing employee performance, and supervisory experiences in managing, leading, mentoring, and guiding employees.

Priority Placement Information:
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)

  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible"
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade

Education

Must possess a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. An undergraduate academic degree with courses in education, grammar and composition, speech, psychology, guidance, and sociology; or social and behavioral sciences is optimum.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Veterans' Preference: A copy of your DD Form 214 which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of purple heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).

Veterans Information: Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be:

1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed.
3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214.

If claiming 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference."

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.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Air National Guard Units

This a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Agency contact information

Chelsea Kirchner
Phone
573-638-9500 X39811
Email
chelsea.n.kirchner.civ@army.mil
Address
MO 139th Airlift Wing
705 Memorial Drive
Saint Joseph, MO 64503-9307
US

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