Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to perform inspections and advisory duties at the Major Command (MAJCOM) and unit level to detect and reduce or eliminate program mismanagement or waste for electrical systems programs to include weapons, environmental, ground, explosives, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) and aviation activities compliance matters, serving on the Inspector General's Inspection Division.

Job Description

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Administrative and Management Positions, General Inspection Investigation Enforcement and Compliance Series 1801. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and understanding of Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC)'s current missions, operations, logistics and support functions capabilities, organization and operations to develop, execute and inspect electrical systems scenarios, including wartime scenarios. Knowledge of electrical systems concepts, principles, and practices and extensive familiarity with other engineering disciplines and architecture; a broad range of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to ensure work is in compliance with regulations and standards; and the operations, products, services, needs, and goals of operational and management (O&M) programs and assigned organizations and related customers, functions, resources, and users. Knowledge of the principles and theories of electrical systems, to include mechanical, electromechanical, and pneumatic systems. Expert knowledge required to inspect the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of power systems and associated electrical components of auxiliary and pollution control equipment; and inspection of the construction and operation of a variety of large industrial and commercial electrical systems, to include electrical operating, safety and security components of airfield lighting systems and conventional and nuclear munitions weapons storage areas. Expert knowledge required to inspect the proper usage and procedures of hand tools, power tools, and a variety of test equipment required to dismantle, repair, and reassemble electrical pumps, motors, impellers, to include balancing, aligning, and maintaining turbines, pumps, generators, and shredding equipment. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation to include health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. 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: Knowledge and understanding of Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC)'s current missions, operations, logistics and support functions capabilities, organization and operations to develop, execute and inspect electrical systems scenarios, including wartime scenarios. Knowledge of electrical systems concepts, principles, and practices and extensive familiarity with other engineering disciplines and architecture; a broad range of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to ensure work is in compliance with regulations and standards; and the operations, products, services, needs, and goals of operational and management (O&M) programs and assigned organizations and related customers, functions, resources, and users. Knowledge of the principles and theories of electrical systems, to include mechanical, electromechanical, and pneumatic systems. Expert knowledge required to inspect the installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of power systems and associated electrical components of auxiliary and pollution control equipment; and inspection of the construction and operation of a variety of large industrial and commercial electrical systems, to include electrical operating, safety and security components of airfield lighting systems and conventional and nuclear munitions weapons storage areas. Expert knowledge required to inspect the proper usage and procedures of hand tools, power tools, and a variety of test equipment required to dismantle, repair, and reassemble electrical pumps, motors, impellers, to include balancing, aligning, and maintaining turbines, pumps, generators, and shredding equipment. Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, drawings, sketches, and specifications; and maintain difficult balances of a variety of electrical controls and complicated motor controls. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation to include health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. 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.