About this role
Job SummaryClick 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 perform technical, specialized work in support of the education function.
QualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the Education and Training Technician Series, 1702 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes, (1) Applying a working knowledge of education and training policies, programs, and processes relating to On-the-Job Training (OJT), Career Development Course (CDC) administration, Career Field Education and Training Plans (CFETPs), Specialty Training Standards (STSs), Course Training Standards (CTSs), and DoD Education policies and processes; (2) Providing a knowledge of Air Force data systems as they pertain to training and education data management; (3) Planning and organizing work; (4) Preparing written forms, schedules, and reports relating to base training and education programs; (5) Reading and interpreting specific procedural guidelines pertaining to administrative support, including locally developed equipment operating and document processing instructions; (6) Communicating in writing and orally, using tact and courtesy. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes, (1) Applying a working knowledge of education and training policies, programs, and processes relating to On-the-Job Training (OJT), Career Development Course (CDC) administration, Career Field Education and Training Plans (CFETPs), Specialty Training Standards (STSs), Course Training Standards (CTSs), and DoD Education policies and processes; (2) Providing a knowledge of Air Force data systems as they pertain to training and education data management; (3) Planning and organizing work; (4) Preparing written forms, schedules, and reports relating to base training and education programs; (5) Reading and interpreting specific procedural guidelines pertaining to administrative support, including locally developed equipment operating and document processing instructions; (6) Communicating in writing and orally, using tact and courtesy. OR EDUCATION: Have successfully completed graduate level education in a field directly related to this position which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Have a combination of specialized experience and education as described above. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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: Knowledge of education and training policies, programs and processes relating to On-the-Job Training (OJT), Career Development Course (CDC) administration, career field education and training plans (CFETPs), Specialty Training Standards (STSs), and Course Training Standards (CTSs), and DoD education policies, and processes. Knowledge of Air Force data systems as they pertain to training and education data management. Ability to plan and organize work independently. Skill in preparing written forms, schedules and reports relating to base training and education programs. Ability to read and interpret specific procedural guidelines pertaining to administrative support, including locally developed equipment operating and document processing instructions, which are directly applicable to the work. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, using tact and courtesy. 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.
Major DutiesAssists in providing informational and academic advisement to military personnel of all ranks, their dependents, and/or civilian personnel pursuing undergraduate/graduate, vocational, technical, and professional development opportunities at various levels. Assists in advising officers and airman regarding requirements for unique Air Force educational opportunities. Processes requests for tuition assistance. Assists in gathering and compiling data and supportive background information for use in making program decisions involving in tuition assistance. Performs miscellaneous administrative duties.