SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL SERVICES SPECIALIST- DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment". Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for more information. The primary purpose of this position is to be a strategic partner of the warfighter providing the human resource expertise and policies to attract, develop, motivate and retain a diverse workforce.

Duties

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. As AFTC Deputy Director of Personnel shares with the Director on the full scope of responsibility for managing the activities of the Directorate. As Deputy, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Personnel Directorate. Assist Director in overseeing and standardizing AFTC Force Support functional policy and processes, as well as managing the functional workforce across the Center to include workforce planning, performance management, advocating for resources, training management, developmental opportunities, and assessing current and projected workforce requirements. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments as Deputy.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, HERE. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-13 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience must include advanced human resources and force-management expertise to lead Center-wide military and civilian workforce planning, strategic personnel policy, human capital initiatives, Force Support functional processes, and resource management. Ideal Candidate: A thorough understanding of human capital strategies to include workforce management and development, manpower, compensation and performance management to include DoD's Acquisition Demonstration (AcqDemo) personnel system, including unique authorities for managing and compensating a specialized technical workforce. Demonstrating management-level experience bringing a comprehensive understanding of mission, strategic priorities, and organizational complexities. 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: Mastery of advanced human resources and force management principles, concepts, regulations and practices, analytical methods and techniques to resolve force management problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods. Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, practices, statutes, regulations, current trends, and developments in personnel (military and civilian), family services, education/training, and military services programs. Knowledge of DoD, USAF, AFMC and Center organizations, programs, missions and functions to analyze and determine human resources and force management plans, programs and initiatives to support customers' current and future requirements. Knowledge of personnel safety, security, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. Proven ability to work through subordinate supervisors to plan, organize and direct functions; mentor, motivate, direct, and appraise the staff of an organization. Demonstrated ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to achieve stated positions or to make an adequate case for a particular strategy which may or may not be readily accepted, but is the best solution to achieve the intended goal. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and organizations to include presenting information and decisions in briefings, reports, and other materials. 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 09/22/2026 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13057244 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.