Department: Department of the Air Force
Location(s): MacDill AFB, Florida
Salary Range: $106437 - $138370 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 Navy Element Personnel Program Manager for the Headquarters, United States Central Command, Manpower and Personnel Directorate; provides managerial and program oversight for Manpower and Human Resources functions for all assigned Navy personnel.
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Qualifications: 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 Positoins.l SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 1)Expert knowledge of command missions, organizational structures, and program operations, including the relationship and coordination of administrative support activities required to ensure effective mission execution 2)Assessing programs/projects, analyzing findings, making recommendations on substantive operating programs 3) Preparing staff reports/briefings, organizing and delivering briefings to management 3) Applying knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of administrative and technical programs 4) Applying In-depth knowledge of military command structures, missions, programs, and organizational relationships, including program goals and objectives, the sequencing and timings of key operational events and milestones, and the evaluation of planning actions to assess their impact on personnel, manpower and service programs. 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. 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.Comprehensive knowledge of the organization, functions, roles and mission of a strategic, geographic combatant command (CCMD) headquarters, as well as the principles, theories, techniques, practices, mission, and organizational structure of the specific program and or functional field to sufficient to support CCMD Navy wide personnel/manpower/services program administration responsibilities. 2.Thorough knowledge of DoW, Navy, AF, Federal and industry policies, regulations, and organizational structure and mission as well as the principles, practices, and functions of personnel/manpower/services program administration to support operations and perform difficult and complex work assignments. 3.Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods to develop, monitor, and analyze applicable statistical data to track and assess the efficiency and effectiveness of programs in order to meet strategic goals and plan improvements of Navy programs, sufficient to serve as a technical specialist and spokesperson to further operating agency objectives on important issues. 4.Knowledge of standardized procedures and requirements relate to operating Navy programs in order to conduct program evaluations, identify problems, and resolve inefficiencies. 5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relationships. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of an small section and provide supervision and guidance to military and civilian personnel. 6. Ability to perform independently to accomplish difficult and complex advisory functions which are characterized by a great depth, breadth, and variety of program applications and require experience and independent judgment. The diversity of the program calls for initiative, creativity, and adaptability to resolve pervasive problems and issues without compromising program objectives, requirements, and security. 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 03/24/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12913846 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. 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: 2026-03-24