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Operational Readiness Plans And Programs Specialist

Full Time
$110,047 – $143,062 Per Year
Closing on Dec 01, 2025

Location:
North Carolina, Pope AFB
Requires Relocation:
No
Start Date:
21/11/2025
End Date:
01/12/2025
Offering Type:
Permanent
Hiring Paths:
Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS
Service Type:
Competitive
Travel Percentage:
Occasional travel

About Department of the Air Force – Agency Wide

The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win…Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values — integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide: AF DCIPS Interchange AF Internal Employee EO 13473 Appointment of Certain Military Spouses Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Employee Military Spouse Preference PPP DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible PPP Mil Res (MR) and Nat Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement Veterans Employment Opportunities Act

Job summary

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Major duties

Summary: The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the primary point of contact for Group Plans, Programs, and Readiness. In addition, provide assistance, and guidance, to the Inspector General IGI for plans as it pertains to exercise and inspection. Provides the complete range of operational readiness planning/implementation and executive support to the group commander and all group organizations. Manages and develops the group operational plans and a variety of administrative duties related to operations management and mission accomplishment. Provides management for the group on matters pertaining to readiness, contingency response, plans and programs, procedural compliance, and a variety of special projects. Accountable for achieving program goals and objectives across multiple functions and disciplines and providing a focused, seamless, and supportive environment in order to conduct effective air, space and cyberspace operations. Duties: As Chief, plans, organizes and oversees the activities of the organization. Serves as the Group Authority, Senior Advisor and expert on all matters involving antiterrorism and force protection (AT/FP) requirements, policy, procedures, and program status. Serves as the 43 AMOG expert Technical Authority/Staff Advisor on Lessons Learned Program. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Qualification

Conditions of Employment (cont.): This position is a "Key" position. It cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without impairing the capability of the organization to- function effectively. Unless an alternate can be designated to perform the duties of this position during wartime, the incumbent of this "Key" position must be screened from military recall status. This position has been designated by the Agency as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Agency Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Agency, national security, and public safety. This position is emergency-essential. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent, or designated alternate must continue to perform the Emergency-Essential duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent or the designated alternate may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of an Emergency-Essential position and requires that the incumbent, or the designated alternate be removed from any military recall status. Employee must sign DD Form 2365 as a condition of employment. The duties of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve,") 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, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations toward development and/or improvement of critical plans and programs; Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents that affect the use of program and related support resources in the area studied; Broad knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the organization; Knowledge and skill in adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of program effectiveness and/or productivity; Knowledge and skill in leadership of high performance, cross-functional teams charged with delivering integrated solutions to complex problems; Knowledge and skill in management of both rapid-reaction and long-term projects involving local subject matter experts, contractors, and functional representatives from multiple higher headquarters and external organizations; Knowledge and skill in developing and implementing computer and internet based management and information presentation and dissemination tools; Knowledge of military command structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives as well as the sequence and timing of key operational events; Interpersonal skills in presenting staffing recommendations and negotiating solutions to disputed recommendations; Skill in conducting detailed analyses of complex functions and work processes. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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: Broad knowledge of the organization, mission, and operations, including equipment assigned, training of personnel, and principles of deployment operations; knowledge of the deliberate and contingency planning and execution process. Knowledge of applicable plans, instructions, and base implementation requirements for Operations Security and applicable treaties. Skill in using a personal computer in order to manipulate data; generate spreadsheets or reports; generate and maintain web pages; project plans, budgets, and schedules; and compose briefings. Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to gain cooperation from others through leadership, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. Ability to gather, assemble, analyze facts, draw conclusions, and devise solutions to problems. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.