Supervisory General Engineer

Air Education and Training Command • Lackland AFB, TX

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About The Position

The position serves as Chief and program manager of the Civil Engineer Squadron Project Management Element, organizing, directing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees. The Chief plans, organizes, and directs Element activities; develops goals and objectives aligned with organization and Engineering Flight objectives; and exercises supervisory personnel-management responsibilities. The position advises employees on management policies, procedures, and directives, and represents the Element with installation and functional-area organizations. It communicates and coordinates Element issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other installation units, and community officials. The position directs development and execution of the Element budget and preparation of Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS) documentation supporting engineering planning and execution.

The work may involve travel away from the normal duty station, driving a motor vehicle, and accessing facilities and infrastructure at construction sites and other base areas, including climbing, crawling, or extensive walking. A pre-employment physical is required. The employee must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance and pass initial and periodic short-notice drug tests. The employee may be required to serve on the Emergency Response Force during exercises or actual emergencies. A one-year supervisory probationary period may apply; depending on appointment type, a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period is required. This is a centrally managed position in the Civil Engineering Career Field.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• For engineering series 0801, 0810, 0830, or 0850: a qualifying bachelor's or higher degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program, or an appropriate engineering science curriculum, or an accepted combination of education and experience demonstrated through professional registration or licensure, written test, specified academic courses, or related curriculum.
• For architecture series 0808: a degree in architecture or a related field with specified architectural coursework, or an accepted combination of education and experience demonstrated through related curriculum or experience.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent, including relevant engineering and asset-management oversight, program planning, work scheduling, and application of engineering guidance and regulations.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet the one-year GS-12 time-in-grade requirement for GS-13 when applicable.
• Submit transcripts with the application when required to establish education qualifications.
• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.
• Must possess an appropriate, valid driver's license for required vehicle operation.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing and able to travel away from the normal duty station occasionally, including on military or commercial aircraft.
• May be required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or an actual emergency.
• Must meet applicable supervisory probationary and appointment probationary or trial-period requirements.
• Knowledge of multidisciplinary asset management and engineering principles, methods, materials, equipment, and construction and contracting practices.
• Knowledge of planning and program management, business and economic principles, financial management, and the DoD PPBS.
• Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO requirements.
• Skill in evaluating engineering technologies and applying them to infrastructure planning, design, operations, maintenance, repair, and upgrades.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior officials, government entities, and industry.

Nice To Haves

• Professional registration or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect in one of the 50 states or territories is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Civil Engineer Squadron Project Management Element.
• Develop Element goals and objectives that integrate organization and Engineering Flight objectives.
• Exercise supervisory personnel-management responsibilities.
• Advise and counsel employees regarding management policies, procedures, and directives.
• 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 and preparation of PPBS documentation for engineering planning and execution.
• Analyze, plan, organize, and direct work operations to meet program requirements and objectives with available resources.
• Mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.
• Research, interpret, analyze, and apply relevant engineering guidelines, policies, and regulations.
• Establish policies and procedures for assigned functions; plan and schedule work, coordinate schedules with other managers and customers, and adjust priorities as needed.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal benefits package; specific eligibility depends on the position and employment status.
• PCS may be paid in accordance with JTR Volume 2 and applicable Air Force regulations.
• Direct deposit is required for federal employees.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible federal employees.

What This Job Offers

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