PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Company: Air Education and Training Command
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to sustain, enhance the mission of CCTD and the DLIELC Professional Development program. This position is primarily responsible for developing, managing, delivering and evaluating professional development initiatives for DLIELC staff and faculty across the organization. Responsibilities 1. Independently manages assigned training program area(s). Delivers professional and organizational development services or locates appropriate resources for delivery of services. Coordinates groups of courses in one or more content area(s). Participates in the design, development and delivery of organization-wide leadership development programs. 2. Provides training to faculty and staff. Researches, evaluates, and selects curriculum materials from diverse sources to meet objectives, tailoring content to address staff and faculty needs. 3. Initiates projects, researches subject matter, analyzes results, develops, produces, and evaluates instructional materials and measurement instruments. Research and recommends trainings and/or resources in assigned area(s), integrating DLIELC's (Defense Language Institute English Language Center) educational philosophy, program objectives and policies. Conducts ongoing review of internally developed materials. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1701, General Education and Training Series. Basic Requirement for GS-1701 Positions: A Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, as appropriate to the position to be filled. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts. OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-year course of study described above. NOTE: You MUST submit a copy of your transcripts. AND Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience for GS-1701-12 which includes Knowledge of Employee Development principles, approaches, and methodology; Knowledge of the principles, concepts and techniques of ESL/EFL language training, teaching principles, approaches, and methodology; Knowledge of the principles of instructional material design and development; Knowledge and skill to serve as consultant and advisor to supervisors, course developers, instructors and subject matter experts concerning the design, development and evaluation of instructional materials and personnel; Knowledge of DLIELC training policies, procedures, and administration; and Knowledge/understanding of the role of DLIELC in the greater DOD/security assistance training environment. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the GS-11 grade/level or equivalent position in the federal service. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: 1. Ability to establish program objectives, provide guidelines for implementation, make recommendations for program and course improvements, and evaluate and assess progress toward achievement of organizational goals. 2. Knowledge/understanding of the role of DLIELC in the greater DOD/security assistance training environment. 3. Awareness of the latest developments and applications in the field of employee development and training. Knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of employee development, American culture and its relationship to the English language, as well as concepts related to intercultural communication and adult education and training and how these relate to the policies, practices and educational philosophy of DLIELC. 4. Specialized knowledge of instructional methods and design, evaluation of training programs, and task and learning analysis. Skilled in working with technology to develop course products and manage training. 5. Ability to provide leadership to initiate and maintain cooperation and support from diverse internal and external elements. Skilled in coordinating, communicating, and providing feedback to team members, leadership, faculty and staff. Considerable tact and diplomacy is required. 6. Ability to analyze and evaluate source data, accomplish research for training projects, and apply this knowledge to controversial, unconventional or unique training administration requirements. 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. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 11971654. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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