Training Technician

Quick Facts

• Role: Training Technician (Air Reserve Technician)
• Focus: Education and Training Section leadership, technical guidance, and program oversight

Description

Serve as Chief, Education and Training Section, providing technical guidance to managers and supervisors on education and training programs. Plan, direct, control, and oversee Education, Training, and Distance Learning Programs, act as Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for On-the-Job Training (OJT), and train reservists and unit personnel. Conduct inspections for compliance, provide advisory services, and ensure accuracy of education and training data in personnel data systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, control, and oversee Education, Training, and Distance Learning Programs
• Implement and manage OJT policy and procedures (OPR for OJT)
• Administer education services programs including MGIB, CCAF, and DANTES
• Provide education and training advisory services to commanders and staff
• Inspect education and training activities for policy compliance
• Conduct staff visits and train ARTs, AGRs, traditional reservists, civilian employees, supervisors, and managers
• Ensure accuracy of Personnel Data System and perform functional review of data reliability
• Perform supervisory/management responsibilities (<25% of time)

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Maintain current job-related certifications
• Selective Service registration required for males
• Ability to work evenings/weekends/holidays; shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Meet specialized experience at GS-09 (or equivalent) for at least one year, or qualify via Ph.D./doctoral degree or graduate education, or a combination of education and experience
• If qualifying using education, submit required transcript documentation

Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type)
• Eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year with full civilian pay (military leave granted with full civilian pay)
• Recruitment/relocation incentives may be authorized (not guaranteed)