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 ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST, NH-0301-02, is to provide direction, assistance, and support for operations and activities of the organization. Assists management in detailed planning relating to a variety of management projects, issues, and initiatives. Coordinates a variety of projects and tasks. Responsibilities Assist with development, implementation, operation and provision of the organization's administrative and management functions. Exercise delegated authority to assist with overseeing administrative and management operations/projects, including, planning, direction, and timely execution of support administrative programs, program segments, for group/wing/directorate approval as necessary, assuring compliance with all applicable guidance and direction. Exercise support authority to enter into agreements and make decisions on behalf of group/wing/directorate, while representing the group/wing/directorate at formal and informal meetings and conferences, covering a wide variety of installation management, operational, and administrative matters. Preview personnel actions, including performance evaluations and decorations. Promote safety and health in the workplace through awareness and compliance with safety rules, regulations, and best practices. For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. NH-02 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband (NH-01), equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-04) or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as leading, overseeing, guiding, and/or managing programs and projects within assigned areas of responsibility; working with customers to develop a mutual understanding of their requirements; monitoring and influencing cost parameters of work, tasks and projects, ensuring an optimum balance between cost and value; and establishing priorities that reflect mission and organizational needs. OR EDUCATION: Applicant must have successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: An equivalent combination of successfully completed, qualifying education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. Specialized experience directly related to the work of the position may be used to meet the requirements of this position. Post high school education may be used to qualify applicants for the NH-02 level. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. 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: Knowledge and ability to apply a wide variety of procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to initiatives and projects in the Installation administrative, management, and support work of group/wing/directorate including the ability to maintain credibility with others on technical matters. Skill and ability to assist, coach, mentor, and motivate within a team concept; w/ability to adapt style to a variety of situations and incorporate high standards of honesty, integrity, trust, openness, and respect to daily endeavors. Skill and technical ability to conduct research, analyze a wide variety of programs/policies/procedures, evaluate program effectiveness/efficiency, recognize problems/weaknesses/constraints and impacts on other programs, summarize results, make appropriate recommendations/changes, and develop short term administrative and management support plans. Knowledge and skill in the interpretation, application and implementation of organizational instructions, concepts, procedures, guidance, and policy, concerning numerous Installation missions, operations, and programs. Knowledge of Installation level, HQ, and other major tenant missions and operations, sufficient to develop, evaluate, and implement a variety of efficient and effective support programs. 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 ARE YOU USING YOUR 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 Hill Air Force Base provides worldwide engineering and logistics management for the F-16 Fighting Falcon, A-10 Thunderbolt II, and the Minuteman III ICBM, and performs depot maintenance of the F-16, A-10, and C-130 Hercules aircraft. The base is located between Ogden and Salt Lake City. The area is known for year round activities, including skiing, hiking, boating, extreme sports, fishing and hunting, with four distinct seasons, low humidity and moderate snow fall in the valley. This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-11. 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. 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 determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include a 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 the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your 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. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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.