INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to apply industrial engineering techniques in the performance of functions and studies related to manpower, facilities, data systems, work methods and processes, materials, and costs as they pertain to the efficiency, productivity, and overall effective utilization of resources in base civil engineering (BCE) operations. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Responsibilities Independently performs analyses and conducts studies of operational activities, facilities, utilities, and manpower utilization covering a variety of work centers. Serves as an advisor to BCE cost/work centers and higher management on manpower utilization, organizational structures, work standardization and simplification, facilities utilization, and overall efficiencies/economies in the costs of operation. Provides advice and assistance on the use of BCE automated data systems such as the Work Information Management System (WIMS). Practices Air Force Quality philosophy to ensure continuous process improvement and enhanced mission performance; participates in briefings, meetings, committees, boards, etc., and may be required to represent the BCE at conferences. Complies with safety rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.; acts as COR (Contracting Officers Representative) on service contracts. 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, Technical and Medical Support Positions, Industrial Engineering Technician, Series 0895. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes practical knowledge of a wide range of technical engineering methods, principles, requirements, work techniques, and practices of industrial engineering, and skill in applying standardized, analytical, and evaluative methods and techniques to advise on and/or resolve difficult but well-precedented, factual, procedural, and/or recurring issues. Practical knowledge of mechanics and construction maintenance and repair facility work processes and methods to provide effective advisory services. Ability to apply mathematics, statistical analysis, and qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to organizational work processes and methods. OR EDUCATION: I have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. 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-08 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: 1. Knowledge of standard accepted industrial engineering practices to combine work measurement studies from a wide variety of sources into a comprehensive study; mechanics and construction maintenance and repair facility work processes and methods; and mathematics and statistical analysis techniques. 2. Knowledge of safety and occupational health requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. 3. Knowledge of the operations, services, needs, and goals of management and their program(s); the organizations studied or served; and related customers, functions, resources, and users. 4. Knowledge of current automation technology and practices sufficient to evaluate the effectiveness of its use and provide assistance to others. 5. Ability to read engineering and architectural plans and specifications; gather, analyze, and present data and supporting analyses such as manpower validation exercise, and contracting out studies; and research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures. 6. Ability to independently plan, coordinate, and organize work to identify problems and develop innovative solutions; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain good working relationships. 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 and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, 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/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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.