TRAINING SPECIALIST (FLYING TRAINING)

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Training Specialist planning and coordinating course structure and schedules to support the Aircrew Training, Distribution, and Requirements process. Analyzes, develops and evaluates aircrew Programmed Flying Training (PFT) programs. Applies Air Force military management to assist with the sustainment of Major Command aircrewmanagement application. Integrates aircrew training requirements into HAF programs. Evaluates and assesses the readiness of aircrew training programs. Develops new training proposals and changes necessary to effect aircrew training process improvement. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Training Instruction 1712 series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive and thorough knowledge of a wide range of professional concepts, principles, practices, procedures regulations, and laws applicable to a full range of ground based, aircrew flying training responsibilities such as that gained through extensive specialized training, experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex assignments; Knowledge and ability to plan and accomplish a wide variety of concurrent tasks to achieve specific program goals such as applying Air Force upgrade standards to local upgrade programs, working with Lockheed Martin contracts, processing aircrew training waivers, adhering to Programmed Flying Training (PFT) allocation process and adapting to the changing command requirements, and scheduling aircrew training and aircraft sorties. Note: Resume must show details of experience. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree with a major study in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of aircrew flying training administration, policies, and procedures to develop an adequate training program. 2. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of instruction to include use of technology for design and delivery of training. 3. Knowledge of data collection techniques and practices used to extract or obtain a variety of information required for the evaluation of training programs. 4. Ability to establish program objectives and to assess progress toward their achievement. 5. Skill in the use of automation software and related equipment. 6. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.