Job Description
Be the force behind the force. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to empower the U.S. Air Force and Space Force to protect our nation's interests in air, space, and cyberspace. This is more than a job; it's a calling to serve. Do you have knowledge of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS), FMTS, Incentive Awards, BusinessObjects, JKO, mylearning? Then this maybe the position for you. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Civilian Program Specialist, GG-0301-12 at Joint Personnel Recovery Agency in Fredericksburg, VA. Salary Range: $75,706 – $97,169 up to 20% telework possible This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position aligned under authorities of Section 1601, Chapter 83 of Title 10, United States Code and DoD Instruction 1400.25-V2007. Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This position can close at any time. Apply Now! Qualifications/Requirements The primary purpose of this position: To serve a s the civilian personnel liaison for the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency, performing the full range of recruitment, affirmative employment, manpower, and related civilian personnel management advisory services. U.S. Citizenships Required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Drug Testing: This is a designated Drug Testing Position. Knowledge of civilian personnel management policies, processes, and techniq1ues sufficient to advise management and employees regarding rules, procedures, obligations, and entitlements; and Federal Human Resource affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, benefits, compensation and path, classification, and employee development principles, concepts, policies, and analytical techniques. Knowledge of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS), and Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS). Knowledge of analytical reasoning processes and ability to identify and project trends and propose alternative solutions to adverse trends. Skill in applying basic principles, provisions, laws, regulations, practices, and techniques in affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, benefits, compensation and pay, classification, and employee development; and in troubleshooting and resolving problems associated with providing comprehensive affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, benefits, compensation and pay, classification and employee development advisory services. Ability to interpret manpower documents and accurately connect personnel records to manpower and funding data elements. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload your two-page resume to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/ . To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.” Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.