Training Technician

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • McChord AFB, WA

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About The Position

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position in the regular career civil service. The role manages the training program within the unit maintenance organization, including on-the-job training, civilian training requirements, retraining, formal schooling, instructional systems development, professional military education, ancillary training, and unit training planning. The incumbent provides technical guidance and assistance to maintenance managers and supervisors on training program elements, prepares program status briefings, and trains newly assigned personnel, maintenance personnel, and reservists in relevant tasks.

ARTs are eligible for 15 days of active-duty tour each year with military leave granted at full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members may be called to active duty during mobilization. The incumbent must obtain and maintain Air Force Reserve membership, wear the uniform, maintain job-specific military specialty requirements, and meet other military qualifications. The work schedule is aligned to allow participation in unit training assemblies. Regular assignments are primarily ART duties, though non-ART duties may be assigned and generally will not exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements and military qualifications, including job-specific specialty requirements and applicable age, height, weight, and physical fitness standards.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent, such as directing Air Force Reserve Command maintenance training and unit readiness programs; managing AFSC upgrade, enhancement, and proficiency training; analyzing training statistics and automated HR database metrics to resolve deficiencies; or coordinating across command levels to resolve resource conflicts.
• Alternatively, a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the position. Transcripts must be submitted when qualifying based on education.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if it meets at least 100% of the requirements; transcripts must be submitted when applicable.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-07 is required for the GS-09 level where applicable.
• Knowledge of AFRC Reserve mission and training methods, policies, procedures, regulations, instructions, and documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of training goals and objectives for managing, implementing, and instructing maintenance unit training programs.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for analyzing unit training statistics.
• Knowledge and skill in using automated systems to prepare reports and extract data.
• Ability to analyze automated products to determine program adequacy or deficiencies.
• Knowledge of maintenance Air Force Specialty Code skill-level qualifications and update, enhancement, and proficiency training requirements.
• Oral and written communication skills, and ability to coordinate with all levels of command to accomplish training program objectives.
• Must be willing to work outside normal duty hours, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays; overtime or an uncommon tour of duty may be required.
• Must use direct deposit; federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, and direct the maintenance training program.
• Manage, implement, and oversee the On-the-Job Training program for maintenance group personnel, including ARTs, reservists, civilian employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Manage the special certification training program.
• Conduct formal and informal staff assistance visits to organizations within the unit(s).
• Manage unit ancillary training programs.
• Outline and direct implementation of maintenance training programs for supervisors and trainers.
• Maintain automated training references.
• Develop and provide training forecasts.
• Provide technical guidance and assistance to maintenance managers and supervisors on training program elements.
• Prepare briefings regarding training program status.
• Provide training to newly assigned personnel, maintenance personnel, and reservists.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for the employee and family.
• 15 days of active-duty tour each year with military leave granted at full civilian pay.
• Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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