Supervisory Community Planner

Air Force Special Operations Command•Cannon AFB, NM

12h

About The Position

The position serves as Chief and program manager of the Civil Engineer Squadron Portfolio Optimization Element, organizing, directing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees. The incumbent plans, organizes, and directs Element activities; exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities; and represents the Element with installation and functional-area organizations. The role communicates and coordinates Element issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other installation units, and community officials. It also directs development and execution of the Element budget and preparation of Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) documentation supporting engineering planning. This is a supervisory, Mission Essential position performing a Mission Critical Function that must continue uninterrupted following an emergency and through resumption of all functions. Work may involve accessing facilities and infrastructure by climbing, crawling, or extensive walking at construction sites, hard-hat areas, or other base areas. Occasional travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft may be required. The incumbent may be required to serve on the Emergency Response Force during exercises or an actual emergency. Applicants must meet the applicable basic OPM qualification requirements for the Community Planning, Architecture, or Professional Engineering occupational series, as well as one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent. Merit promotion applicants must also meet the applicable one-year GS-12 time-in-grade requirement for GS-13. A one-year supervisory probationary period applies. Depending on appointment type, a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period may also apply.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Must meet the basic OPM qualification requirements for GS-0020, GS-0808, or GS-0801/0810/0830/0850, as applicable.
At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in another pay system, is required.
Merit promotion applicants must meet the applicable time-in-grade requirement: one year at GS-12 for GS-13 consideration, when TIG rules apply.
Knowledge of professional engineering and/or planning principles, methods, and Air Force investment processes for developing a composite installation and public complex.
Knowledge of planning and program management principles; business and economic principles and procedures; financial management principles and standards; and the DoD PPBS.
Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
Skill in evaluating scientific and engineering technologies and incorporating them into planning, design, operation, maintenance, repair, and upgrades of installation infrastructure.
Ability to analyze, plan, organize, and direct work operations to meet program objectives with available resources, and to mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior officials across federal and local government and industry.
Must serve a one-year supervisory probationary period.
Must be registered for Selective Service if male, as applicable.
Must clearly document duties, responsibilities, and hours per week for part-time or unpaid experience claimed.

Nice To Haves

Professional registration or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect, or Professional Community Planning accreditation, in one of the 50 states or territories.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Portfolio Optimization Element.
Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities over nonsupervisory employees.
Represent the Element with installation and functional-area organizations.
Communicate and coordinate Element issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other installation units, and community officials.
Direct development and execution of the Element budget.
Direct preparation of PPBS documentation in support of engineering planning.
Provide management oversight for Portfolio Optimization Element activities, including project planning, program development, design, project management, contract execution, and squadron technical support.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and engineering rules and procedures.
Prepare or direct preparation of responses to congressional inquiries, audit and inspection reports, press releases, and public concerns.
Conduct or participate in public meetings, educational programs, and technical review committees.
Apply EEO principles to personnel actions and decisions, and ensure personnel are treated without discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Advise and counsel employees regarding management policies, procedures, and directives.