TRAINING INSTRUCTOR

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 develop and provide Professional Continuing Education (PCE) in the area of nuclear mission operations, strategy, policy, and surety to military officers, enlisted, civilian employees and defense contractors associated with the Air Force's nuclear enterprise. Independently conceives, develops, and revises upperdivision/graduate-level equivalent nuclear education/training lessons/courses in support of AF Nuclear College (AFNC) curricula. Conducts upperdivision/graduate level equivalent nuclear education/training lessons/courses in support of AF Nuclear College (AFNC) curricula. Contributes in the Planning, Design, and Production of New Curriculum including instructional materials, lesson plans, student handouts, exercises, audiovisual story boards, and similar products to support optimum learning through Air Force institutional education programs carried out at the AF Nuclear College (AFNC). Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned. 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, GS-1712 series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience includes broad experience and expert, professional knowledge, both theoretical and applied, of the nuclear enterprise, to include operations, maintenance, sustainment and acquisition, nuclear triad, safety, surety, and programmed modernization within the Department of Defense at all levels of management. Knowledge encompassing deterrence theory, historical relevance, and 21st century application. Knowledge encompassing the full range of nuclear enterprise subject matter must be sufficient to meet and DoD, AF, and legislative standards for providing accurate instruction to new, mid-level, and advanced nuclear enterprise professionals, practitioners, and supporting workforce. 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: 1. Extensive knowledge of specialized subject matter directly related to all levels and phases of nuclear education and syllabus requirements for the nuclear Triad, nuclear surety, and deterrence theory. Thorough knowledge of associated/current DoD policy and procedures. 2. Substantial operational experience within the nuclear enterprise and the ability to translate experience into practical expertise and inform academic curricula. 3. Knowledge of education and learning theories, principles, methods and practices, administration, policies, and procedures. 4. Knowledge of a wide variety of complex instructional technologies and methodologies (such as interactive courseware, mobile platforms, in-residence, and distance learning) sufficient to design and develop instructional programs, specifically for nuclear deterrence and assurance education, and to produce or revise instructional materials (courseware). 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in order to clearly explain complex issues to a diverse community of internal and external stakeholders. 6. Ability to plan organize, and develop curriculum or projects to determine, accept, and implement recommendations, where the proposals involve substantial resources, and require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures. 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. 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 program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt