Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To maintain an account of valid manpower requirements in compliance with resource allocation and organization policy and to conduct analysis evaluation and project management within the Manpower and Organization section assigned to the Force Support Squadron/Flight. Responsibilities Studies the structure and/or functions of organizations with interrelated work processes and functions and accurately advises or proposes solutions to improve processes and maximize mission accomplishment and resources utilization. Resolves complicated substantive problems affecting programs and requirements, and proposes new process flows, organizational structures, realignment of functions, and/or staffing levels to improve efficiency. Conducts studies that are complicated by the need to consider and evaluate the impact of changes in regulatory and legislation requirements, long range program goals, etc. Develops innovative solutions to identified process and work limitations. Collects and analyzes pertinent organizational processes, workload data and information to improve and streamline process flow to quantify and justify resource requirements; develops statistical and narrative data to justify any changes and recommendations. Reviews and comments on applicability of Air Force Reserve Command Manpower Determinants. Provides management with accurate production cost information. Identifies for commanders and supervisors' methods and tools to quantify organizational outcomes, mission capability, process capability, and resource utilization effectiveness. Keeps commanders and managers informed of performance measures needed for effective program management. 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. Reviews and validates inputs involving complex work processes or broad application to manpower requirements packages, manpower estimate reports, Manpower Determinants, and support agreements. Advises unit commanders in projecting utilization of unit capabilities in accordance with current Air Expeditionary Force guidance (DAFI 10-401). Participates in Site Activation Task Force, civilian resource utilization, Human Capital Management Cube, and other applicable committees. Identifies need for, or receives and evaluates, Manpower Change Requests and Organizational Change Requests for submission to higher headquarters. Serves as the installation manpower expert with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with MAJCOMs, other base organizations, senior leadership, squadron commanders, and representatives from other military services, Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, and related civilian organizations regarding services provided. Meets with key customers and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve significant problems that arise. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares detailed responses. Researches and determines or recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact organization, installation, command, or agency. Provides complex management support services in the areas of strategic planning alignment, program manpower 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) whose operations are interrelated and unstable. Actively participates and facilitates management studies and strategic planning to improve organizational direction and focus using appropriate strategic planning tools and techniques. Advises wing and unit leadership on strategic alignment to improve the unit. Evaluates wing inspection deficiencies to resolve unit performance gaps. Performs Manpower Determinant applications to prepare detailed plans, budgets, and schedules for assigned programs and/or participates with management in fiscal planning (e.g., PPBS, etc.); responsible for effectively integrating requirements into the annual Program Objective Memorandum (POM). Provides solid support and advice on Unit Manpower Document management, Manpower and Organizational Change Requests regarding reprogramming of funds and funding levels due to manpower changes. Assists the organization by evaluating modifications to existing plans in response to changing environments. Coordinates manpower study data inputs to MAJCOM. Works with local Civilian Personnel Liaison to review and validate local over hire actions verifying the requirement through various analytical methods. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying management engineering analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for complex issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, instructions, policies, and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources in the area studied, and skill in developing new or modified work methods, organizational structures, management processes, and/or program administration procedures. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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: Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD), Joint Service and Air Force management engineering and organization principles, concepts, and methodologies. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative techniques used to identify, consider, and resolve issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations for complex, diverse organizations. Knowledge of data base management systems, requirements analysis, and data manipulation and extraction techniques. Ability and skill gathering, assembling, and analyzing facts; drawing conclusions; devising solutions to resolve complex problems of a broad range of functional areas; identifying changes and trends; and preparing and presenting briefings and reports. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; skill in conducting interviews with employees, supervisors, and management officials at MAJCOM and HQ USAF to obtain information about organizational missions, functions, and work procedures. Ability to carry out and complete assignments involving complex work with diverse and dynamic groups by gaining 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 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. 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.
