Educational Technician

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Major duties

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to counsel, evaluate, and enroll outstanding cadet candidates who have the attributes to succeed at the Air Force Academy and meet the needs of the Air and Space Force by communicating with candidates and supporting applicants throughout the admissions cycle. Duties Processes and evaluates pre-candidate questionaries, promotes candidate kits, and updates applicants and candidates of their admissions status. Conducts personal, telephonic, and virtual counseling in response to inquiries on behalf of applicants/candidates. Receives, evaluates eligibility, and processes applicant/candidate Presidential, Children of Deceased and Disabled Veterans (CODDV), Children of Medal of Honor Recipients (COMHR), Honor Military Schools (JROTC) and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), and Airmen/Guardian (Regular, Reserve, ANG) nomination requests. Participates in small working groups to review and update policies, procedures, and complete special projects.

Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the general experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, for the GS-1702, Education and Training Technician Series. Specialized Experience Internal Candidates: One year of specialized experience for GS-05 grade level or higher in the federal service, which includes knowledge of operating computer applications, Microsoft products (to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office automation devices. Knowledge of college admissions practices. Knowledge of analyzing and evaluating pertinent documents to include high school and college transcripts, application forms, as well as other official documents, and making recommendations on candidate records. Specialized Experience External Candidates: One year of specialized experience for GS-06 grade/level or equivalent in the federal service, which includes knowledge of operating computer applications, Microsoft products (to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office automation devices. Knowledge of college admissions practices. Knowledge of analyzing and evaluating pertinent documents to include high school and college transcripts, application forms, as well as other official documents, and making recommendations on candidate records. OR EDUCATION: I have successfully completed graduate level education in a field directly related to this position which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have a combination of specialized experience and education as described above. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of 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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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. Expert knowledge of college admissions practices from initiating an application to final admittance. 2. Knowledge of operating computer applications, Microsoft products (to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office automation devices. 3. Skill in analyzing and evaluating pertinent documents to include high school and college transcripts, application forms, as well as other official documents, and making recommendations on candidate records. 4. Ability to interpret and apply, Title 10, USC, DoD Instructions, DAF Instructions, agency instructions, policies, procedures, and precedents regarding complex admissions cases. 5. Ability to tactfully provide guidance and counseling to prospective candidates and general admissions policies to the public at large. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and work in a professional manner with senior officers and Federal officials such as Congressional staffers, Admissions Liaison Officers, and other agency staff members. 6. Ability to perform work independently and in small groups or teams. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.