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THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER
Air National Guard Units · Department of the Air Force
About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER, Position Description Number D1503P01 and is part of the PA 193rd Air Operations Group, National Guard. 1 or more Position(s) may be hired against this Announcement. Indefinite W/ Rollover Position may lead to permanent assignment without further advertisement.
Qualifications
APPOINTMENT STATUS: EXCEPTED This is a Dual Status Excepted Service Technician position in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Non-Bargaining Position AOC 1: NG Employees at the 193rd AOG AOC 2: NG employees in the 193 Special Operations Wing (This includes 193rd SOW, 193rd RSG, 193rd AOG, 211th EIS, 271st CCS, 201st RHS, 112th ACS, 203rd Weather Flight, 193rd SOW Det 2, 148th ASOS, PA ANG HQ DET 1) AOC 3: NG Employees of the Pennsylvania National Guard AOC 4: All service members of the Pennsylvania National Guard (This includes Traditional Airmen, Temporary Technicians and AGR Personnel) TEMPORARY PROMOTION/REASSIGNMENT: Currently employed permanent technician selected will occupy this position as a Promotion not to exceed or Reassignment as appropriate in their present status. INDEFINITE: Indefinite employment status pertains to applicant nominated, who are not a currently employed permanent technician. Indefinite appointments may acquire permanent status depending upon future force structure requirements; indefinite appointments do not serve a trial period. Indefinite appointments may be separated when their services are no longer needed or when funding is no longer available via a 30-day termination notice. Military Grades: OFFICER O3 - O5 Supervisor for this position is Lt Col Hensley Manpower #L0868836 *NOTE: Accessioning into this position is contingent upon verification of Top Secret Security Clearance GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Application must indicate at least 36 months experience, education, or training arranging or procuring transportation for personnel, cargo or freight. Experience in non-routine pre and post auditing of freight bills, bills of lading, and personnel transportation vouchers. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems. QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. SPECIAL NOTE: Per the Merit Promotion and Placement Plan (MPP) if there are more than 15 qualified applicants for each position, by category, a KSA board will be convened in accordance with Chapter 4 of the MPP. PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is a diverse team of professionals who strengthen our commonwealth by serving our veterans and partners while preparing military personnel to safeguard our way of life. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Applicants that are currently in an AGR status who wish to request to move their AGR resource to this position upon selection, must submit a "Request for AGR Resource Realignment" memo with their application. A template for the memo can be found at: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/:w:/r/sites/NGPA-HRO/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B2CACE53F-3CEC-4838-973F-461645D1B3A1%7D&file=Template%20-%20Request%20for%20AGR%20Resource%20Realignment.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true
Major Duties
As a Theater Aerospace Operations Command and Control Officer, GS-2101-13, you will plan work to be accomplished by the division which consists of full-time Air Technicians, AGRs, as well as traditional Guardsmen engaged in technical and administrative work. Responsible for all division activities based on unit mission and equipment may include any of the following theater level Air Operations program support functional areas: Combat Operations, Combat Plans, and Training/Evaluation, Weapons and Tactics, and Scheduling. Develop long-range training and deployment plans for the division unit to meet training goals, higher headquarters inspection schedules and overseas deployment requirements established by unit senior leadership to meet higher headquarters inspection schedules and overseas deployment requirements. Responsible for senior level Division coordination, planning and execution of Distributed Mission and Reach back operations. Serve as the division representative on the Commander's Financial Management Board. Develop and direct the force level weapons system implementation program in coordination with higher headquarters to meet approved employment concepts. Oversee training of all assigned/attached AOC positionally assigned battle rostered personnel. Monitor the implementation of an effective division safety program for all operations and related ground activities. Develop division policy for flight management personnel to ensure effective and efficient administrative control of all flight documentation and individual flight records. Frequent contact with senior leadership in ACC, AFEUR, USAFE, AFPAC, PACAF, AFCENT CENTCOM, Numbered Air Forces, NGB, and state JFHQ, often to standardize established policy or to advance operational and training initiatives. Maintain positional certification and meet requirements as prescribed by applicable regulations and directives. This position is subject to rotation to perform and supervise the following administrative tasks: Combat Plans: Exercises responsibility for the interpretation, coordination, and conduct of planning and execution for the functional areas; Master Air Attack Planning (MAAP); operational plan (OPLAN) and air operations order (OPORD) development; Air Tasking Order (ATO) generation and distribution; long range/deliberate/crisis action planning; and airspace command and control (C2). Combat Operations: Exercise responsibility for the interpretation, coordination, and conduct of planning and execution for the functional areas; defensive operations; offensive operations data link operations; dynamic targeting; ATO re-planning; reports and weather operations. Strategy and Exercise/Contingencies: Formulation of JFACC strategic guidance; interpretation of higher headquarters' contingency and exercise campaign guidance Acts as the focal point for the coordination of all internal and external exercises. Air Mobility Division (AMOS): Exercise responsibility for the interpretation, coordination, conduct of planning and execution for all aspects of the Air Mobility Division to include: airlift; air refueling; medical evacuation, and logistic movement of personnel and material. Perform other duties as assigned.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Additional Information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). REPROMOTION CONSIDERATION (Applies to technician applicants only.) Technicians who have been demoted from this or a higher grade previously held in the same occupational series without personal cause and who are not in a grade retention status will be given consideration for re-promotion. Technicians who believe they are entitled to such consideration should forward a description of the circumstances with their application. Technicians eligible for re-promotion will be considered prior to using competitive promotion procedures, except when another technician has a statutory or regulatory right to be placed in or considered for the position. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the employment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5 United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.)
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864961 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade. Education, certifications or licensures. 2. Other supporting documents: AGR Resource Request - All AGR applicants requesting to move their AGR Resource must submit These documents must be completely filled out, signed where applicable and submitted in order for your application to be considered complete. If you do not completely fill out, sign and submit all of the above referenced documents your application WILL NOT be forwarded to the nominating official. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your application can and will be disqualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your qualifications. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $106,437 - $138,370/yr. This is a GS-13 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER job located?
This position is located in State College, Pennsylvania. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
APPOINTMENT STATUS: EXCEPTED This is a Dual Status Excepted Service Technician position in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Non-Bargaining Position AOC 1: NG Employees at the 193rd AOG AOC 2: NG employees in the 193 Special Operations Wing (This includes 193rd SOW, 193rd RSG, 193rd AOG, 211th EIS, 271st CCS, 201st RHS,...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Mar 11, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Top Secret clearance is required.
What does GS-13 mean?
GS-13 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.