- Position Title
- MISSION SUPPORT OFFICER
- Agency
- Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command
- Announcement Number
- AFPCSEU-12735982-652279-ELG Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, May 20, 2025 to Tuesday, May 27, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
ICTAP - Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
3.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians: I am a MR or NG Reserve Technician who will lose or has lost my military membership through no fault of my own after completing at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area in accordance with Section 3329(b) of Title 5, U.S.C. This preference eligibility is valid for 1 year after separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
4.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible: I am currently on retained grade based on receiving a written RIF notification letter of a change to lower grade, or a notification letter of a classification downgrade dated within the last 2 years. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
5.
Priority Placement Program DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Preference Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement: I am a MR or NG Technician who will be or has been involuntarily medically retired due to a service-connected medical disability that disqualifies me from military membership or from holding my required military grade and have applied for or am receiving a disability retirement annuity. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area. I understand that the position for which I am applying must be at the same grade or equivalent level, tenure, and work schedule as the position held currently or upon separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
Preferences
1.
I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
2.
Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity?
3.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
4.
Did you voluntarily separate from federal service and receive Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP)?
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
5.
Are you a military spouse who is currently married to an active duty military member?
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the basic requirements needed to qualify for a MISSION SUPPORT OFFICER, GS-0301-13. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Select the one statement which best describes the experience you possess which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of MISSION SUPPORT OFFICER, GS-0301-13 grade level or equivalent pay band. NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Research and determine or recommend appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact organization, installation, and/or command.
3.
Identify the need for studies, establishes goals and objectives, and accomplishes research.
4.
Collaborate and coordinate with representatives of host base, other Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) tenant locations, and HQ Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) to develop action plan regarding subject that provides positive benefit.
5.
Formulate goals and objectives and establishes policies and plans that integrate organization and functional program requirements, ensuring that operations comply with regulatory directives and meet customer needs.
6.
Review training recommended by subordinate supervisors to assure it is proper and promotes effective operation of the organization.
7.
Select candidates for subordinate non-supervisory positions directly supervised and recommends and/or approves selections for subordinate supervisory positions taking into consideration skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and diversity objectives.
8.
Discharge security responsibilities by ensuring education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material.
9.
Recognize and takes appropriate action to correct situations posing a threat to the health or safety of subordinates.
10.
Plan work of the organization which involves the full integration of reserve forces including Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs), Individual Mobilization Augmentee (IMA), Active Guard/Reserve Governmental Military (AGR), traditional reservists and civilians to accomplish assigned mission.
11.
Provide subordinate supervisors and staff with direction and advice regarding policies, procedures, and guidelines.
12.
Make decisions on work problems presented by subordinate supervisors. Directs self-assessment activities, establishing performance metrics for subordinate organizations managed to measure efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures.
13.
Review and structure organization to optimize use of resources and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the organization.
14.
Balance workload and provide overall direction and vision to the subordinate supervisors on a wide range of logistics program management and administrative issues. Review work and management techniques of subordinate supervisors and is held accountable for actions taken and advice provided by staff of subordinate organizations.
15.
Evaluate requirements for additional resources submitted by subordinate supervisors, and balances organization needs with overall mission requirements and resource interests.
16.
Establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with other group commanders, representatives and senior staff at Numbered Air Force, HQ Air Force Reserve Command, and gaining Major Command (MAJCOM).
17.
Meet with customers and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve significant problems that arise.
18.
Deliver presentations on program status, accomplishments, problems, requirements for support, and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians in other program offices of the command, with using and supporting commands.
I certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, that all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
19.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.?Select the most appropriate response below.