Management Support Specialist

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • Peterson AFB, CO

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About The Position

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position in the Group Commander's Support Staff (CSS). The incumbent administers and directs the CSS to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and trains Reservists in the required duties. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and receive the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.

The position plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Group Commander's Support Staff, including Group information management and personnel activities. It also supports studies and projects that assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the CSS, manages administration and personnel training programs, and develops a consolidated resource plan for staff support. The incumbent serves as the Group's liaison with the servicing Force Support Squadron on personnel and manpower matters, exercises limited supervisory personnel management responsibilities, and delivers presentations and consultations to commanders, staff agencies, and functional areas.

The incumbent must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements, obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, and meet applicable civilian and uniformed military qualifications. Assignments are primarily ART duties, although non-ART duties may be assigned and generally will not exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. Work schedules are aligned to allow full participation on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends. Temporary duty travel may require flying in military or commercial aircraft. The position is a Testing Designated Position under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07, or qualifying education or a combination of education and experience meeting the stated qualification requirements.
• If qualifying by education, a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; transcripts must be submitted as applicable.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet the applicable time-in-grade requirement; one year at GS-07 is required for GS-09 consideration when TIG applies.
• Knowledge of administrative and military personnel policies, procedures, Reserve mission, training methods and programs, rules, guidelines, and instructions.
• Knowledge of automated systems, personal computers, hardware, and software.
• Ability to analyze data and products.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct an organization's functions and staff, and communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
• Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of training goals and objectives to assist in managing and implementing training goals for CSS personnel.
• Knowledge of analytical and investigative techniques to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity.
• Knowledge of administrative processes and procedures and management principles in civilian and military personnel systems, including the ability to integrate both systems to accomplish the organization's mission.
• Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements and applicable military qualifications, including membership, uniform wear, job-specific specialty requirements, and other military standards.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Must meet applicable federal employment conditions, including direct deposit and any required probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee the full complement of activities within the Group Commander's Support Staff (CSS).
• Plan, organize, and execute Group information management and personnel activities.
• Participate in special studies and projects to plan, coordinate, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of the Group CSS in meeting Air Force Administration program goals.
• Manage administration (3A1X1) and personnel (3S0X1) training programs in accordance with established command guidelines.
• Develop the CSS consolidated resource plan for staff support, including budget, equipment, computers, supplies, and required services.
• Serve as the Group point of contact and liaison with the servicing Force Support Squadron on personnel and manpower actions.
• Exercise limited supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, training sessions, and consultations to commanders, staff agencies, and functional areas to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information.
• Train Reservists in the duties associated with the position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package
• 15 days of active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay
• Relocation assistance may be paid if authorized
• Recruitment incentive may be authorized
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level