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PLANS AND READINESS SPECIALIST

ClearanceJobs, Dover, DE, United States


Mortuary Affairs Officer

Plans, organizes, and executes a wide range of complex activities for AFMAO's Commander's Inspection Program (CCIP), and the Exercise and Evaluation Program. Serves as Pertinent Oversight Authority (POA) and Functional Area Manager (FAM) of Mortuary Officer responsibilities for both Air and Space Force. Performs duties as AFMAO's readiness program manager. Attends planning and organizational meetings as required. Serves as the Air Force's lead Cemetery responsible official. Assists in developing Air Force and DOD cemetery policies and strategies. U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft Employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends. Position subject to recall on a 7-day, 24-hour basis and must carry AFMAO provided cell phone/PDA after normal duty hours. Disclosure of Political Appointments Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This position is designated as a KEY position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/ contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. Position subject to recall and/or standby due to exercises, natural disaster, hazardous emergencies and/ or real-world contingencies. Overtime may be required. Recall includes ability to report to designate work center and/or supervisor within an hour of notification. Standby requires ability to answer a communications device (ie: landline, telephone, cell phone) within four rings receive instructions and respond as necessary. The work involves working around human remains, formaldehyde, and associated sights and smells. 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 Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes (1) In-depth knowledge of Air Force, Headquarters Air Force and Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Programs, with the ability to support and execute program goals, policies and objectives, (2) Applying knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, and precedents governing the use of program resources and related support sources to effectively support Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Programs mission requirements (3) Knowledge of military command structure, organizational relationships, and program goals and objectives, including the sequence and timing of key operational events and milestones, and methods used to evaluate effectiveness of planning actions in relation to operational outcomes. (4) Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative analytical methods used to assess and improve program effectiveness, including the evaluation of complex management processes, organizational systems, and operational performance. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of specialized experience and education. A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Thorough knowledge of Air Force, and Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operation's program goals and objectives; of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various entities involved in overall program planning and execution of operations and evaluations. 2. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and /or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and development of multifaceted plans and programs for conducting operations, and to adapt precedents or existing strategies to meet unusual needs, special demands, and determine feasible solutions to meet mission requirements. 3. Knowledge of mortuary operations, embalming and entitlements. 4. Skill in gathering, assembling, and analyzing data/facts, developing conclusions, identifying trends, developing alternatives/ solutions, and making recommendations to resolve problems. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. 6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships. 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 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.