Training Specialist at U.S. Air Forces, Europe

About the opportunity

The Department of the Air Force is seeking a Training Specialist (GS-09) for U.S. Air Forces, Europe, located in Alconbury, United Kingdom. The primary purpose of this role is to plan, administer, develop, and evaluate a complete training and readiness program for all appropriated fund, nonappropriated fund, and military personnel assigned to the 423d Air Base Group and 501st Combat Support Wing Staff Agencies. Key duties include managing training programs, developing instructional materials and testing procedures, conducting courses, and advising managers and trainers on effective training and readiness programs.

Salary and benefits

• Annual salary ranging from $52,727 to $68,549 (GS-09 level).
• Potential eligibility for overseas benefits such as Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, and Home Leave for qualifying selectees residing in the U.S.
• Access to federal health, retirement, and leave benefits.
• Disabled veteran leave for qualifying veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

Who can apply?

• Must meet specialized experience requirements for General Schedule positions, Training Instruction Series 1712 at the GS-09 level.
• Requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level, demonstrating knowledge of training program management, curriculum development, and readiness evaluation.
• Alternatively, applicants may qualify with a Master's or equivalent graduate degree, 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education, or an LL.B. or J.D. with a major in education or a related field.
• A combination of qualifying graduate education and specialized experience totaling 100% is acceptable.
• Current or former federal employees must meet Time-In-Grade (TIG) requirements (1 year at GS-07 to be eligible for GS-09).

Required documents

• Online application questionnaire.
• Resume not exceeding two pages with minimum 10 pt font, including employment dates (month/year) and hours worked per week.
• College transcripts if qualifying based on education.
• Most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) for current or former federal civilian employees.
• DD-Form 214 or VOW certification memo and VA disability letter if claiming Veterans' Preference or VEOA eligibility.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) Self-Certification Checklist if applicable.

When to apply

• Applications open on September 16, 2026.
• Applications must be submitted by September 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

How to apply

• Log into or create a USAJOBS account.
• Click 'Apply Online' to access the USA Staffing application questionnaire.
• Complete the online questionnaire and attach all required documents including your 2-page resume and transcripts.
• Review and submit your application package before the closing deadline.

Additional information

• Selected candidates residing permanently in the U.S. throughout recruitment may be eligible for foreign area allowances under DSSR.
• Direct deposit is required for all federal employment payments.
• This announcement may establish a 120-day register to fill similar future vacancies.