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PLANS AND PROGRAMS SPECIALIST (PERSONNEL)

Air Education and Training Command

Department of the Air Force

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Salary

$51,201 - $81,423

per year

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GS-7 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $41,966 - $54,557

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-6. Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or 1 year graduate study.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing civilian personnel programs for the Air Force Recruiting Service, including handling administrative tasks, analyzing data, and coordinating with other organizations to support recruiting efforts.

It requires supporting budgeting, documentation, and communication to ensure smooth operations in personnel matters.

A good fit would be someone with a background in administration or human resources who enjoys working in a structured military environment and has strong organizational skills.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-05 level (for GS-07) or GS-07 level (for GS-09), including data analysis, problem-solving, and knowledge of organizational procedures
  • Knowledge of Air Force Recruiting Service (AFRS) mission, functions, objectives, and administrative/budgetary processes
  • Proficiency in basic arithmetic and statistical evaluation for organizational data
  • Strong communication skills for briefings, training workshops, and oral/written interactions with agencies
  • Familiarity with civilian personnel and finance documentation, reporting procedures, and pay office coordination (for GS-09)
  • Education options: Bachelor's with Superior Academic Achievement, one year graduate education (GS-07), or Master's/2 years graduate (GS-09), or equivalent combination
  • Meet federal time-in-grade requirements: one year at previous GS level within 52 weeks

Full Job Description

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the HQ Air Force Recruiting Service Civilian Personnel Program Specialist.

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.

GS-07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience include: (1) knowledge of basic arithmetic and mathematical calculations to accomplish statistical evaluation data throughout the organization; (2) knowledge and skill in analyzing problems to determine appropriate and necessary action needed for resolution; (3) knowledge of overall mission, function, organization, objectives, procedures, administrative and budgetary procedures for AFRS.

OR EDUCATION: OREDUCATION: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. OR Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement.

In order to be creditable under this provision, education must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

OR COMBINATION OF 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 official transcripts.

GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience include: (1) knowledge of basic arithmetic and mathematical calculations to accomplish statistical evaluation data throughout the organization; (2) knowledge and skill in analyzing problems to determine appropriate and necessary action needed for resolution; (3) knowledge of overall mission, function, organization, objectives, procedures, administrative and budgetary procedures for AFRS; (4) knowledge and skill of communication methods and techniques in order to present briefings, conduct training workshops, and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation and assistance from other organizations and outside agencies; (5) knowledge of civilian personnel and finance documentation requirements and reporting procedures to accomplish request actions and provide required finance forms to the appropriate civilian pay offices OR EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. OR LL.B. or J.D., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 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 official transcripts.

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-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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: For the GS-07: 1.

Knowledge of basic principles of the Plans and Programs Specialist (Personnel). 2. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 3.

Ability to learn basic techniques of the Plans and Programs Specialist (Personnel). 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5.

Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers. For the GS-09: 1.

Knowledge of a wide range of civilian human resources management programs, directives, and procedures which include civilian personnel management and administration.

Knowledge of civilian personnel and finance documentation requirements and reporting processes/procedures. 2.

Incumbent is required to possess detailed Knowledge and understanding of AFRS organizational structure, goals, objectives, regulations, policies, and procedures. 3.

Skill in the use of automated applications and data systems. 4.

Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objective within available resources based on group and headquarters recommendations.

5.

Ability to identify and analyze trends, casual relationships, system solutions, etc., to include conducting special projects to evaluate civilian personnel management and resolve operating issues and problems and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 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. Major Duties:

Responsible for all civilian personnel actions within the organization. Processes a full range of Civilian Personnel Actions.

Monitors and tracks fiscal year funding, work year execution, and on-board strength versus authorizations. Serves as the Civilian Training Monitor.

Serves as the organizational point of contact and liaison with the personnel flight civilian personnel issues. Responsible for the civilian appraisal program Air Force Recruiting Service.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/19/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/19/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 9P-AFPC-12914650-164218-OSB