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CONSTRUCTION CONTROL INSPECTOR- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) providing technical and administrative contract support for all service contracts.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 06/30/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 30, 2026
Location
FEW vacancies in the following locations:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$61,722 - $97,087 per year

Salary listed is EGLIN AFB, if you are selected for a different location your salary is dependent upon that duty location.

Pay scale & grade
NJ 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
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Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
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Announcement number
AFMC-0800903-12979039-CL
Control number
871919100

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Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

Duties

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  • Program Manager monitoring and controlling contract operations
  • Develops quality assurance plans and methods of surveillance to monitor and evaluate contractor performance
  • Conducts quality reviews to ensure operations are performed in an effective and professional manner
  • Responsible for completing all COR training to include annual, contract specific, and other trainings as specified by acquisition guidleines and regulations

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
  • Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trail period
  • This posn 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
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
  • Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
  • Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The work will require the employee to drive a Government motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license will be required for the position.
  • The employee is required to submit an initial and annual SF 450, Financial Disclosure in accordance with Joint Ethics Regulations
  • Candidates must be physically capable of walking, crawling, and climbing to perform operational tasks in both indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to inclement weather. A physical examination may be required.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, HERE.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS 08 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in Engineering aid or technician or surveying technician performing work directly related to construction. Construction inspector or construction representative responsible for interpreting plans and specifications, inspecting materials and workmanship, and insuring adherence to safety requirements. Supervisor of craftspersons, equipment operators, or mechanics engaged in construction work, provided that the experience involved responsibility for interpreting plans and specifications and inspecting workmanship for adherence to such plans and specifications. Experience must also relate to knowledge of contracting regulations and procedures to effectively construct and execute contracts and engineering principles relating to construction/commercial practices and techniques. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of projects.. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Ideal Candidate: Will have excellent communication skills written and verbal with an ability to adapt to evolving Service Contract environment. Candidate will have the ability to accurately interpret instructions, independently assess requirements, and provide quality finished products and solutions. Prior experience working in an Air Force Civil Engineer Squadron is desired with the ability to learn and adapt independently.


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:

  • Practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of Engineering principles relating to construction/commercial practices and techniques. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of projects.
  • Knowledge of contracting regulations and operating procedures for the purpose of constructing contract clauses, contract provisions, and contract execution.
  • Knowledge of requirements, inventory control, computer operations, customer service and training, and administrative processes to evaluate contractor services. Inspects for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contractural requirements.
  • Knowledge of inspection and safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of directives, regulatory changes, and policies to determine overall impact to contract and or contractor employees.
  • Ability to recognize and define problem areas and recommend resolution to the Service Contracts Supervisor and/or Contracting Officer.
  • Ability to apply mathematical formulas to compute maintenance/service/inspection costs, negotiate changes to contracts, and use computer based programs to record and maintain information involving these activities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Works inside and outside and is subject to inclement weather. Requires ability to walk, crawl, and climb.

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

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.


FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

This job announcement may close at any time - apply now!

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NJ-03 equivalent to a GS-09 to GS-11.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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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.

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.

Air Force Materiel Command

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:

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Agency contact information

Air Force Test Center Recruitment
Email
AFTC.Enterprise.Recruiting@us.af.mil
Address
AF Test Center
6437 6th Street
Bldg 430, Rm 119
Hill AFB, UT 84056
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