TRAINING TECHNICIAN with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to function primarily as the installation's testing program manager and provide administrative support to Education and Training Section (ETS). Responsible for oversight and management of the Air Force Military Personnel Testing System (AFMPTS) and Voluntary Education Testing Program by incorporating testing requirements and close supervision of all test material. Performs administrative and support work and technical guidance for ETS. DUTIES: Manages, maintains, and controls test material. Manages and administers the installation level testing programs, which include all military tests, the Credit-by-Exam program (CLEP/DSST), civilian testing programs, such as FAA and Pearson Vue testing, and any other required tests IAW with applicable directives. Administers military personnel tests for mission-specific requirements related to procurement, aptitude, promotion, proficiency, and qualification standards. Manages the Foreign Language Proficiency Pay & Bonus (FLPP/FLPB) programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see 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: This position 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 Full/part-time employees occupying direct childcare positions are eligible for discounts IAW DAF AFSVC/CC Memo, 30 Sep 22; first child 100% / each additional child 25%. Other assigned CYP and FCC personnel are eligible for 25% discount. Work may require completion of additional duties and/or activities inherent to unit operations Incumbent is required to obtain network access, including administrator privileges, to maintain the test room. Knowledge of applicable Department of Air Force Instructions (DAFI) is desired. Incumbent must annually review test control reports Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. Promotion data are Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and are not releasable except as prescribed. Personal data to which the incumbent has access, are controlled by the Privacy Act of 1974 and must be safeguarded appropriately. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays. 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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 1) Providing knowledge of military policies and procedures relating to the enlisted and officer promotion programs, military testing programs, Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus Program (FLPB), and an understanding of the coding system and verification data applicable to eligibility requirements. 2) Applying knowledge of the regulations, directives, policies, and procedures regarding the receipt, storage, handling, accountability, and destruction of Controlled Test Materials. 3) Using knowledge and understanding of the coding system and verification data applicable to promotion eligibility requirements in MILPDS, WIRE, and related systems such as DJMS, PCII, CMS and methods to interface the systems to compare pay authorized and pay received, correct discrepancies, and confirm pay account transactions. 4) Administering knowledge of the methods, principles, and practices and techniques related to testing and training program management and use of training resources, including knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures covering military and/or civilian training and instructional systems design and delivery. 5) Accessing, inputting, analyzing, and modifying automated data impacting testing program's adequacy and/or deficiencies and accuracy of testing-related data. 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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 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: Extensive knowledge of military policies and procedures relating to the enlisted and officer promotion programs, military testing programs, Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus Program (FLPB), and an understanding of the coding system and verification data applicable to eligibility requirements. Knowledge of the regulations, directives, policies, and procedures regarding the receipt, storage, handling, accountability, and destruction of CONTROLLED TEST MATERIALS. Knowledge and understanding of the coding system and verification data applicable to promotion eligibility requirements in MILPDS, WIRE, and related systems such as DJMS, PCII, CMS and methods to interface the systems in order to compare pay authorized and pay received, correct discrepancies, and confirm pay account transactions. Knowledge of the methods, principles, and practices and techniques related to testing and training program management and use of training resources; including knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures covering military and/or civilian training and instructional systems design and delivery. Skill to access, input, analyze and modify automated data impacting testing program's adequacy and/or deficiencies and accuracy of testing-related data. 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 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. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 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. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here . Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federa

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