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Only current members of the Wyoming Air National Guard will be considered for this vacancy
WYOMING AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Wyoming Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants must currently be members in the Wyoming Air National Guard in order to be considered for employment.
Open Area of Consideration:
Area 4: Job Opportunity (Dual Status Technician) - Merit Promotion: All current military members of the Wyoming Air National Guard may apply.
Technician Info
Position Title: Quality Assurance Specialist
Position Series/Grade: GS-1910-09/11
Position Description #: D1818000
PAS #: FHSM
FAC #: 21A100
Technician Position #: 0085706634
Military Position #: 009671331L
Location: 153rd Maintenance Group, Cheyenne WY
Military Grade
Min: E5/SSgt Max: E7/MSgt (Upon availability)
Enlisted applicant's military grade cannot exceed the maximum military grade authorized. Over-grade applicants must provide a written demotion statement of understanding with application, willingness to be administratively reduced in grade (state specific grade) if selected for this position.
A Demotion Statement of Understanding is located at:
http://go.usa.gov/cGqFhApplicants' under or those over-grade, without a written demotion statement of understanding, will not be considered for this vacancy. Acceptance of this position does not in any way constitute a military promotion.
01/31/2017 to 03/21/2017
$49,765 - $78,270 per year
GS 09 - 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - As needed.
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
11
No
17-040
463229900
a. INTRODUCTION:
This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group. The primary purpose of this position is to establish and execute a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems, munitions, equipment, products or supporting processes conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements. The overall objective is to ensure that quality considerations are addressed and requirements achieved for all aircraft maintenance work and support functions to ensure end items perform as intended with reliability. Serves as the primary technical advisory process in the maintenance organization designed to assist maintenance managers. Serves as the Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) for the planning, implementation and execution of a quality assurance program that includes the full range of quality principles, concepts, inspection techniques, surveillance and evaluations related to quality assurance functional programs of all assigned aircraft, aircraft components, aerospace ground equipment, electronic equipment & systems, armament, munitions, engines, associated systems and maintenance personnel from numerous job series, and maintenance disciplines.
b. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(1) Serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for wing maintenance policy, advising supervisors and employees on both general policy and specific maintenance matters. Makes decisions and recommendations on technical concerns presented by supervisors. Utilizes a comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret Air Force Instructions, Technical Orders, engineering drawings, product specifications, Air Force Occupational and Health (AFOSH) and environmental standards, public law, and locally developed policy. Evaluates and assesses complex systems, subsystems, integrated systems/subsystems, or components for conformance to applicable technical data, engineering drawings, standards and specifications.
(2) Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP): Administers, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive quality assurance, maintenance standardization, and inspection program for all areas of the maintenance organization, all maintenance disciplines, job series and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). Evaluates the quality of maintenance accomplished in the maintenance organization and performs the necessary quality functions to execute the MSEP, designed to provide management an objective sampling of both the quality of equipment and the proficiency of maintenance personnel.
(a) Executes the evaluation program and accumulates data using Inspection and Evaluation techniques such as Task Evaluations, Quality Verification Inspections, Special Inspections, Personnel Evaluations and Management Inspections. Evaluates the quality of in-process and after-the-fact maintenance and ensures prescribed technical and management procedures are followed.
(b) Monitors and assesses the organization's quality program and elements of the program to gauge compliance with directives and established processes. Identifies deficiencies, implements corrective measures, and improves processes to enhance mission effectiveness and efficiency.
(3) Utilizes data collection techniques and procedures for evaluation, inspection, and audit programs, evaluates the results and determines the appropriate and effective method and format for presentation to higher-level management. Performs statistical analysis (e.g. normal distribution, averages, means, standard deviations, trending, root cause analysis, etc.) using standard statistical quality control methods. Utilizes inspection and evaluation techniques, statistical methods, mathematics, production management, industrial management, and database management skills to perform root cause, deficiency and trend analysis.
(4) Collaborates with the Maintenance Group Commander, Maintenance Squadron Commanders, and Quality Assurance Supervisor to plan, develop, implement, inspect, and report numerous critical compliance issues and review the Configuration Management (CM) programs. Manages the Wing Foreign Object Damage and Dropped Object Prevention Program (DOPP) to ensure a sound prevention program is in place to eliminate potential life safety hazards.
(5) Serves as the Aircraft Weight and Balance program manager utilizing complex computer based programs, data bases, electronic weighing apparatus, and integrated weight and balance computers for the Wing to maintain strict accounting of aircraft weight and balance for safe flight operations. Recommends decertification of configuration loads that exceed the safe for flight envelope or ground gross weight restrictions. Manages the unit aircraft and equipment impoundment program by thorough investigation of aircraft or equipment anomalies that generated the impoundment.
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- Technicians are paid through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT).
- The Selected applicant must complete an "I-9, Employment Verification" and a "Declaration of Relatives in the Wyoming Military Department" prior to the appointment date.
- Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position will terminate these military incentives.
- Acceptance of a permanent or indefinite position will cause termination from the Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP) and TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS).
- Relocation expenses will not be paid by the Government unless noted in the Announcement.
- Military Technicians in the excepted service will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a Technician.
- Veterans preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709(f).
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Work involving supervising, planning, developing, or administering quality assurance programs supporting the development, acquisition, production, use, maintenance, storage, and supply of products required by the National Guard. Such positions are primarily concerned with the systematic prevention of defects and non-conformances, the identification of unsatisfactory trends and conditions, and the correction of factors which may contribute to defective items.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess experience, education, or training involving planning, developing, or administering quality assurance programs (i.e., supporting the development, acquisition, production, use, maintenance, storage, and supply of products concerned with the systematic prevention of defects and non-conformances, the identification of unsatisfactory trends and conditions, and the correction of factors which may contribute to defective items). Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-09 must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training, involving principles, techniques and accepted practices of quality assurance work (i.e., the application of statistical sampling techniques sufficient to perform assignments or preparation of technical reports on quality levels to identify specific problems). Experience in the application and theory of specialization using applicable publications. Experience in the preparation of technical reports on quality levels to identify specific problem areas and to recommend corrective action.
GS-11 and above must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of product or range of products involved, the manufacturing methods and techniques, special processes, test and performance requirements; and skill in developing plans and programs. Experience possessed by an expert in the area of specialization able to give technical direction to otherwise competent workers. Experience determining operations when difficult and questionable phases of malfunctions are found. Experience which required significant and concrete work accomplishments (i.e. special projects, working groups, or detailing assignments) involving interpersonal contacts in a quality assurance or related field. Experience in dealing with management principles and supervisory responsibility for the function required by type of position to be filled and the organization involved.
NOTE: Minimum and Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. Applicants must provide begin and end dates (MM/YY - MM/YY) with description of your specialized experience.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade and assignment prior to the effective date of placement.
COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted:
2AXXX, 2WXXXMust possess or be eligible to retrain into AFSC 2XXXX with the exception of 2A7X2, 2R0X1, and 2R1X1.
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a valid state's driver's license for the state in which the applicant lives or is principally employed.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
NONE.
1. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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.
2. Please do not send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the Wyoming National Guard Human Resource Office, you must apply on-line or fax your application to the fax number listed on this announcement with the prescribed Cover Letter. The Human Resource can only process materials received through USA Jobs.
3. The Wyoming Military Department's (WYMD) 335, Personnel - General Merit Placement& Promotion Plan, 1 December 2016, is available at:
http://wyomilitary.wyo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/WYMD-335-MPP-1-December-2016.pdf
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire and supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
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The following Web address is provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Main site for new federal employees - http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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For this job announcement the following documents
are required:
Note: After you submit your application, your uploaded documents will go through a virus scan. The system will indicate your application is incomplete until the virus scans are complete. After 3 hours has passed after you initially submitted your application, you may contact Alec M. Porter to verify all documents have been received in the system.
*** Records Review
Wyoming Air National Guard members must submit vMPF Personal Information Rip (All pages) with application.
* How to obtain vMPF Instructions are located at: http://go.usa.gov/cGqFH
*** Personal Resume
Include the following information:
* Announcement # and title of the position for which you are applying
* Your full name, mailing address, and phone numbers where you can be reached (must be on the resume)
* A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
* Show actual begin and end dates (MM/YY - MM/YY) format for all work experience submitted
* List all pertinent civilian and military experiences
* Describe your duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
*** OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment http://go.usa.gov/kfqQ
NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. It is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Alec M. Porter prior to 1600 Hrs MST on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 to verify all documents have been received. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation of candidates. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the data provided is accurate and complete. Only the experience, qualifications, and education shown on resume can be used to evaluate a candidate's qualifications for this position.
To submit the documents requested follow the instructions below: Your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
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.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·OF-306
·Other (vMPF RIP)
·Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
· virtual Military Personnel Flight (vMPF) Report of Individual Personnel data (Rip) (All pages)
· OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Must be signed and dated after Tuesday, January 31, 2017
The following link provides some application tips and may be used for aiding you in building your Resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips
Option A: Applying Online
Tips for using the Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire:
·
You must
click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package
when you are done. Your Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire is not
processed and your resume is not attached until you click the Submit
My Answers button, even if USAJOBS says it sent your resume.
·
You can
upload or fax supporting documents after you Submit the Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire.
·
To
receive consideration, you must complete the entire process and submit the
complete application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date --
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
·
It is
your responsibility to ensure that your responses and appropriate documentation
are submitted prior to the closing date.
· To make sure everything you submitted is successfully received and to verify your application is complete, follow these steps: Log into your USAJOBS account using the following link: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. Click on Application Status and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Please Note: Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Verify that all of your documents appear on the Details page with a status of Processed.
·
You can
save your work and come back later. Just click both Save and Logout. To return to an incomplete application, log
into your USAJOBS account and select Application Status. Choose the vacancy, and click Update
Application in the vacancy announcement.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS
account or your application will be incomplete.
·
If you submit more than one Qualifications Assessment
Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one Submitted is the one that is used. Therefore, it is important for
you to complete it in its entirety.
To begin your Online Qualifications Questionnaire: Click the Apply Online button to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the Occupational Assessment Questionnaire.
Option B: Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and
track the status of your application. NOTE: If you applied online and your application is
complete, do not fax the paper application (OPM Form 1203-FX) as this will
overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found
ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s), please follow steps 1 and 2 below:
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1903357.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your
materials. The complete application
package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 to receive
consideration. Keep a copy of your fax
confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax, please follow steps 1, 2, and 3 below:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the OPM Form 1203-FX; follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf
3. Fax the completed OPM Form 1203-FX, along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission. Note: Do not include a fax cover sheet with the OPM Form 1203-FX. This will cause your application to not process.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
For this job announcement the following documents
are required:
Note: After you submit your application, your uploaded documents will go through a virus scan. The system will indicate your application is incomplete until the virus scans are complete. After 3 hours has passed after you initially submitted your application, you may contact Alec M. Porter to verify all documents have been received in the system.
*** Records Review
Wyoming Air National Guard members must submit vMPF Personal Information Rip (All pages) with application.
* How to obtain vMPF Instructions are located at: http://go.usa.gov/cGqFH
*** Personal Resume
Include the following information:
* Announcement # and title of the position for which you are applying
* Your full name, mailing address, and phone numbers where you can be reached (must be on the resume)
* A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
* Show actual begin and end dates (MM/YY - MM/YY) format for all work experience submitted
* List all pertinent civilian and military experiences
* Describe your duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
*** OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment http://go.usa.gov/kfqQ
NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. It is the responsibility of the applicant to contact Alec M. Porter prior to 1600 Hrs MST on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 to verify all documents have been received. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation of candidates. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the data provided is accurate and complete. Only the experience, qualifications, and education shown on resume can be used to evaluate a candidate's qualifications for this position.
To submit the documents requested follow the instructions below: Your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
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.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
·OF-306
·Other (vMPF RIP)
·Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
· virtual Military Personnel Flight (vMPF) Report of Individual Personnel data (Rip) (All pages)
· OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Must be signed and dated after Tuesday, January 31, 2017
The following link provides some application tips and may be used for aiding you in building your Resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Tips
Option A: Applying Online
Tips for using the Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire:
·
You must
click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package
when you are done. Your Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire is not
processed and your resume is not attached until you click the Submit
My Answers button, even if USAJOBS says it sent your resume.
·
You can
upload or fax supporting documents after you Submit the Online Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire.
·
To
receive consideration, you must complete the entire process and submit the
complete application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date --
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
·
It is
your responsibility to ensure that your responses and appropriate documentation
are submitted prior to the closing date.
· To make sure everything you submitted is successfully received and to verify your application is complete, follow these steps: Log into your USAJOBS account using the following link: https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. Click on Application Status and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Please Note: Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Verify that all of your documents appear on the Details page with a status of Processed.
·
You can
save your work and come back later. Just click both Save and Logout. To return to an incomplete application, log
into your USAJOBS account and select Application Status. Choose the vacancy, and click Update
Application in the vacancy announcement.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS
account or your application will be incomplete.
·
If you submit more than one Qualifications Assessment
Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one Submitted is the one that is used. Therefore, it is important for
you to complete it in its entirety.
To begin your Online Qualifications Questionnaire: Click the Apply Online button to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the Occupational Assessment Questionnaire.
Option B: Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and
track the status of your application. NOTE: If you applied online and your application is
complete, do not fax the paper application (OPM Form 1203-FX) as this will
overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found
ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s), please follow steps 1 and 2 below:
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1903357.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your
materials. The complete application
package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 to receive
consideration. Keep a copy of your fax
confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax, please follow steps 1, 2, and 3 below:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the OPM Form 1203-FX; follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf
3. Fax the completed OPM Form 1203-FX, along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission. Note: Do not include a fax cover sheet with the OPM Form 1203-FX. This will cause your application to not process.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/463229900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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