Executive Officer

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • MacDill AFB, FL

11d

About The Position

This Air Reserve Technician (ART) officer position serves as Executive Officer for the group senior ART. The role administers and directs the group’s executive support functions, ensuring day-to-day operations comply with senior ART and command policies. The incumbent also trains reservists in the tasks of the position. The position is located with the 927 Maintenance Group and carries the military rank of Major (O-4), AFSC 97EO.

The Executive Officer advises on group programs and initiatives, monitors their status and effectiveness, conducts staff studies, represents the senior ART in group plans and activities, manages executive-support resources, and oversees the group inspection program. The position includes supervisory personnel-management responsibilities for less than 25% of the time. Regular assignments are primarily ART duties; some non-ART duties may also be assigned, generally not exceeding 30% of total responsibilities. The work schedule is aligned to permit participation in unit training assemblies.

This is an AFRC key management and mobility position. The incumbent must maintain AFRC requirements, be willing to transfer to another unit or location as directed by HQ AFRC, and sign a mobility agreement. Travel, overtime, and work outside normal duty hours may be required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join, and must meet and maintain AFRC requirements.
• Must obtain and retain the security clearance level designated for the position.
• Must sign a mobility agreement and be willing to move or transfer to another unit or location as directed by HQ AFRC.
• Must possess demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities.
• At least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 or equivalent, including knowledge of wing and group organization, missions, programs, administrative operations, analytical and investigative methods, applicable laws and policies, staff concepts, military command, and operating programs; OR a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree, or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR a qualifying combination of education and experience totaling 100% of the requirements.
• Federal applicants must have at least 52 weeks at GS-11 or higher (or equivalent) to meet the stated time-in-grade requirement, where applicable.
• Ability to plan and organize work and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill and ability to prepare project and staff reports and deliver briefings to senior civilian and military officials.
• Ability to manage a small staff and perform all phases of personnel management responsibilities.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
• May be required to work overtime, unusual or extended hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, shift work, or emergency overtime.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments.
• Retired military applicants are usually ineligible for Air Force Reserve membership; those with active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply if they document the assignment, position, and unit.
• Applicants qualifying based on education, alone or in combination with experience, must submit college transcripts; qualifying education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the executive advisor on programs and initiatives within the group, monitoring program effectiveness and status through documents, metrics, reports, inspections, observations, and contacts with staff and operating personnel.
• Conduct staff studies concerning group programs and support effectiveness in response to regulatory changes, new technology, mission or program changes, and recurring requirements.
• Represent the senior ART regarding group plans, special events, projects, and local activities; communicate the senior ART’s policies and the group’s interests, participate in discussions and meetings, and serve on panels or committees.
• Manage group resources for executive support, services, and activities.
• Maintain oversight and overall responsibility for the group inspection program and direct inspection activities.
• Plan and assign subordinate work, establish and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare completion schedules.
• Provide training to reservists in the tasks of the position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible federal employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree