Department of the Air Force

CENTER PROGRAM READINESS ANALYST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Kelly AFB, Texas, Lackland AFB, Texas Full time

CENTER PROGRAM READINESS ANALYST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Kelly AFB, Texas, Lackland AFB, Texas

Salary Range: $76463 - $118204 Per Year

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 senior program analyst, providing management controls over Air Force Readiness Reporting systems and processes of the Directorate of Operations (A3).

Major Duties:

  • 1. Manages and performs operations planning, scheduling, readiness and execution activities in support of Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN). 2. Serves as AFIMSC's advisor for the Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES) Program and related Joint and Air Force war planning and execution systems. 3. Serves as planner, coordinator, and advisor for AFIMSC regarding Joint and Air Force contingency and crisis action planning and readiness activities/processes. 4. Serves as a subject matter expert of the Department of Defense, Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) programs. 5. Serves as Functional Area Manager (FAM) or alternate FAM for a Logistics Readiness skill set.

Qualifications: Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes managing and performing operations planning, scheduling, and execution in support of the organization; utilizing war planning systems to manage and verify deployment taskings; serving as an advisor for contingency and crisis action planning; managing readiness reporting; and acting as a Functional Area Manager (FAM) to posture forces and manage Unit Type Codes (UTCs) for worldwide operational support. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. This announcement establishes a pool of candidates to fill future positions. We accept applications continuously during the open period of this announcement. We review applications and refer candidates for selection consideration as vacancies occur within the organization. Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement upon its closing for up to 120 days. 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 and understanding of all phases of Air Force Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) operations planning and execution. 2. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to resolve issues or perform studies concerning the effectiveness and efficiency of command readiness program operations. 3. Experience with and understanding of AF war planning systems and their relationship to the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES). 4. Extensive knowledge and function of the Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES) planning system and AEF Online applications. 5. Working knowledge and understanding of the role and activities of the Functional Area Manager (FAM) at Air Staff, AFIMSC, and MAJCOM levels. 6. Knowledge and application of the Global Command and Control System (GCCS) and JOPES. 7. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) construct. 8. Knowledge and understanding of contingency war planning, operations readiness and deployment processes. 9. Skills in written and oral communication; preparing briefings and/or presentations for senior level staff and higher headquarters. 10. Skills in conducting evaluations, developing scenarios, and providing feedback to evaluated functions. 11. Ability to plan and execute complex projects. 12. Ability to recognize/analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results and make appropriate recommendations. 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.

How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/06/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12891508 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-06