Human Capital Development Specialist

HQ USAF and Support Elements•Arlington, VA

About The Position

The position serves as Chief, Human Capital Development Branch, Programming and Resources Division, Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs (SAF/IA). The Specialist advises SAF/IA on human resource and manpower functions, program management for the civilian International Affairs Career Field (IACF), and Air Force International Affairs education, training, and professional development. The position also serves as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) and Quality Assurance Program (QAP) Specialist, working with the contracting officer on contract terms, plans, budgets, and scope of work. The position is subject to the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program certification requirements. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station. The position requires one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent, and applicable federal time-in-grade requirements for advancement to GS-14.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Males must be registered for Selective Service.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must meet and maintain certification requirements for the Security Cooperation Workforce Development Program.
At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level, or equivalent in another pay system, is required.
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-13 is required for GS-14 consideration where TIG applies.
Knowledge of federal human resource management laws, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of civilian pay budget policies and procedures.
Knowledge of how federal HR principles relate to employee development and integration of training and career development with the overall HR program.
Knowledge of International Affairs functional areas and Security Cooperation/Security Assistance policies and programs.
Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate career development programs.
Ability to evaluate programs, identify issues, and recommend enhancements or improvements.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
General knowledge of USAF security cooperation and security assistance terminology and programs in international affairs operations.
Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station.
Candidates selected may be required to serve a one-year probationary period or a two-year trial period, depending on the position type.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and direct the execution of human resource and manpower functions.
Oversee civilian personnel actions and military requisitions, monitor manpower activities and tasks, and program future manpower requirements.
Provide overall direction to team members delivering personnel services in support of the SAF/IA mission.
Oversee civilian IACF policy, plans, career-field education, and training.
Serve as the focal point for IACF initiatives and career development programs, and provide functional and technical advice on IACF matters.
Manage Air Force International Affairs education, training, and professional development programs.
Serve as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative and Quality Assurance Program Specialist.
Work with the contracting officer to approve contract negotiation terms and conditions, contracting plans, budgets, and contractor scope of work.
Advise SAF/IA on human resource and manpower functions and program management activities for the civilian IACF.