About the opportunity
The primary purpose of this position is to exercise second level supervisory and managerial authorities over the Force Development Flight functions to include the Education and Training Center, Airman Leadership School, Career Assistance Advisor, and Installation Library assigned to the Force Support Squadron. The role involves planning, organizing, and overseeing flight activities, developing goals and objectives that integrate military and civilian force development initiatives, exercising supervisory personnel management responsibilities, and representing the Force Support Squadron with various installation and functional area organizations.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $89,508 to $116,362 per year (GS-12 pay plan)
- Standard federal employee benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and direct deposit
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the Department of the Air Force
Who can apply?
- Must meet specialized experience requirements described in OPM Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions
- Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems
- Must meet applicable federal time-in-grade (TIG) requirements if currently in a GS position or held one within the previous 52 weeks
Required documents
- Online Application Questionnaire
- Resume (may not exceed two pages, font size 10 pts or larger, must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment)
- Transcripts/Registration/License if qualifying on education or if required for the position
- Official DD Form 214 or VOW certification memo for veterans claiming preference
- SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for current or former federal employees showing highest grade held
- Performance appraisals and awards for current federal civilian employees (optional)
When to apply
- Date Posted: 2026-09-01
- Application Close Date: 2026-09-08 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account
- Click the Apply Online button to begin the application process
- Complete the online application questionnaire
- Upload all required supporting documents including your resume and relevant SF-50 forms or transcripts
- Review your application package to ensure all information is accurate and submitted
- Click the Submit My Application button before the closing deadline
Additional information
- This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date
- Direct deposit is required for all federal employees
- Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) and Priority Placement Program (PPP) eligibles apply accordingly with proper documentation
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current or former GS-11 employees with at least one year of specialized experience.
- Professionals with experience managing education and training centers or leadership schools.
- Those interested in overseeing diverse functions like installation libraries and career assistance.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is strictly on-site at Laughlin AFB, Texas.
- Applicants must strictly adhere to the resume length limit of two pages.
- Eligibility depends on federal time-in-grade (TIG) requirements.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal role for a professional seeking to move into a second-level supervisory position within the Department of the Air Force, focusing on the integration of military and civilian force development initiatives.
Our take
Experienced federal managers with a strong background in force development and military education systems should apply. Those without the required GS-11 specialized experience will not be eligible.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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