Training Technician

Job summary

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 working program manager through planning, directing, organizing, and exercising oversight of the Unit Training Manager program assigned to each organization.

Major duties

Serves as the base training manager, ensuring that Unit Training Managers (UTMs) and Additional Duty Training Managers (ADUTMs) are qualified in and knowledgeable of their responsibilities Assists in advising UTMs/ADUTMs, commanders, 1st Sergeants and Civilian Training offices ensuring that OJT and ancillary training programs are in compliance with local policies, procedures, and guidelines geared specifically towards the accomplishment of training programs Manages base-level training (military/civilian OJT): Advises and assists base personnel on proper policies and procedures, corrective actions, and cost-effective training methods to ensure that training needs are met Serves as the base's training advisor and performs Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) Gathers and compiles Education and Training data and performs miscellaneous duties

Qualification

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: A comprehensive knowledge of military personnel policies, training methods and programs, policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, publications, etc., to understand respective programs and converse with functional managers. Knowledge of DoD, AF, and MAJCOM directives, concepts, procedures, guidance, and policy as they relate to the area of responsibility, as well as knowledge of the installation/command mission and organizations. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: A comprehensive knowledge of military personnel policies, training methods and programs, policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, publications, etc., to understand respective programs and converse with functional managers. Knowledge of DoD, AF, and MAJCOM directives, concepts, procedures, guidance, and policy as they relate to the area of responsibility, as well as knowledge of the installation/command mission and organizations. OR EDUCATION: I 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: I 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: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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 education and training policies, programs and processes related to On-the-Job Training (OJT), Career Development Course (CDC) administration, Career Field Education and Training Plans (CEFTP). Specialty Training Standards (STS), Air Force Job Qualifications Standards (AFJQS), Air Force Qualification Training Plans (AFQTP), ancillary training program and directives, and Department of Defense (DoD) education policies, programs, and processes. 2. Knowledge of the AF Military Personnel Data System (MILPDS), and Advanced Distributed Learning System (ADLS) as it pertains to training and education data management. 3. Skill in the use of surveys and statistical data to analyze trends and ability to make recommendations for improving education and training programs. 4. Ability to review, analyze, and evaluate training programs and objectives in order to identify training requirements, skill upgrades, and development programs to meet the mission objective. 5. Ability to plan work independently and organize and instruct classroom training courses or seminars as required. 6. Ability to communicate effectively in writing when preparing written forms, schedules, and reports relating to base training and education programs and to verbalize in a succinct manner the importance of required documentation. 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.

Education

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 programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. 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. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. 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. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: When job announcements indicate PCS costs are authorized, overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and any applicable Federal Overseas Regulations. Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval). Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.