EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Duties

Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed.  In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade.  Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties:

• Serves as the executive advisory on program and initiatives with the group.
• Performs a variety of staff studies concerning group programs and program support effectiveness resulting from regulatory changes, new technology, program/mission changes, recurring requirements, and others
• Represents the senior ART concerning group plans, special events, projects, etc. to communicate senior ART's policies and to explain the interests of the group in regard to local activities or projects
• Manages group resources for executive support, services, and activities.
• Maintains oversight of and has overall responsibility for the inspection program as it relates to the group and directs the conduct of inspection activities

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:  At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-09) or equivalent.  Typically we would find this experience in work within this field which includes performing work with a knowledge of the overall mission, functions, operations, principles and processes of executive support activities OR any directly related experience which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.  (To be creditable, specialize perceive must meet the above quality level requirements).

OR

To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link:

http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp

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 organization, major issues, program goals, missions, functions, administrative operations of the wing and group.

2.   Knowledge and skill in applying analytical, evaluative, and investigative methods and techniques to issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of group administrative and support program operations.

3.   Knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies and precedents which affect group programs and related support resources.

4.   Knowledge and understanding of a comprehensive range of staff concepts, objectives, policies, management/organizational techniques, and military command.

5.   Knowledge of operating programs throughout the group in order to conduct studies, analyze findings, and make recommendations on substantive operating programs.

6.   Ability to plan and organize work, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

7.   Skill and ability to prepare project and staff reports and deliver briefings to high level officials both civilian and military.

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

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims.  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /

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 xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /U.S. education program.  It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.