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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Program Manager for Air Force Lean/Six Sigma Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) and Air Force Lessons Learned (AFLL) programs in order to build and maintain organic problem solving and lessons learned expertise. Duties
- Management Advisory Services: Serves as an Air Force CPI Black Belt, innovation program and Lessons Learned (LL) Subject Matter Expert (SME) and consultant. Advises commanders and leadership on complex strategic, operational and tactical problems.
- Performance Management: Fosters a culture of improvement and innovation in the wing/independent group, and subordinate units. Provides advice and assistance to process owners on the design and implementation of measurement systems and corresponding metrics needed to assess the performance of the organization's key processes.
- CPI and AFLL Training: Responsible for developing the organization's organic capability to apply CPI tools and methodologies by managing the CPI training and certification programs. On a continuous basis, identifies and evaluates training requirements.
- CPI Practitioner: Responsible for leading complex projects that often cross organizational boundaries. Works with team leaders to ensure that improvement projects and events are appropriately scoped and resourced.
- AFLL and Innovation Program Management: Serves as the organizational OPR for managing the LL and innovation program. Develops and disseminates strategic communications to inform members about key aspects of the programs and how they support the mission of the organization.
Qualifications
This vacancy is being re-announced. Candidates who applied for Announcement # 6V-AFPC-13099982-414493-LDM must self-nominate for this Announcement in order to receive consideration.
Please remember to re-submit all applicable supporting documents. Please be advised, if you have missing supporting documents or the documents are incomplete, you will not be eligible for the chosen appointment.
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialize experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administration and Management Positions.
GS-12:
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 working knowledge of command structure, missions, programs and organizational relationships to include a thorough understanding of quantitative and qualitative methods/techniques and their application to analyze workloads. Familiarity of the proper application of tools and techniques to determine how organizations and their inherent cultures may be barriers to improvement. Including techniques for recognizing and managing conflict and building support to sustain participation in the improved process and hold the gains realized from it. Working knowledge in facilitating the creation and management of project plans as well as how to create and manage a master schedule of all Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) studies being conducted in the organization.
GS-13:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and an understanding of how to apply them to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of resource utilization by missions, programs and processes. This includes the ability to direct complex studies requiring advanced analytical and statistical methods and techniques to develop new theories as to the root causes of poor performance and to design innovative or experimental solutions. Must know how to effectively negotiate with stakeholders and management to gain acceptance for the implementation of recommended solutions.
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. 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.
One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level.
One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level.
GS-12/13:
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:
- Demonstrated skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to a broad range of functional areas related to CPI, e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, benchmarking, metric/statistical analysis, and value stream mapping.
- Knowledge of component/command or equivalent organizational structure and its supporting/supported elements and programs, mission, policies, goals, and philosophies.
- Demonstrated experience in developing innovative and feasible solutions to complex issues in which the boundaries are broad and difficult to determine in advance.
- Ability to integrate and coordinate multiple and related missions, functions, subjects, issues, and situations across echelons (or equivalent) to present and recommend solutions in a logical, cohesive format.
- Knowledge of effective training principles, techniques, and tools required to design, develop, instruct, evaluate, improve and conduct training/course content.
- Ability to research, interpret, develop and advocate component/command or equivalent organization laws, regulations, policies, and 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.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Position will be developmental to the target grade of GS-13. Upon completion of appropriate training and time in grade requirement, incumbent may be noncompetitively promoted to the next grade.
This is a developmental position that leads to the full performance level. The incumbent will receive on-the-job training designed to provide the opportunity to perform the duties at the full performance level. The incumbent may be noncompetitively promoted to the next performance level upon (1) satisfactorily completing the training requirements (2) satisfactorily performing at the next performance level (3) meeting all OPM legal and regulatory requirements for promotion and (4) recommendation for promotion by the supervisor.How you will be evaluated 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.
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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. How to apply The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/12/2026
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13109402
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.
- Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here.
- For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
- Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.
- Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume.
- A complete Application Questionnaire
- Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
- Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant. Other 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.
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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.
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