INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

Duties SUMMARY FOR GS-09: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Instructional Systems Specialist in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. This is a developmental position. All training must be completed and regulatory requirements met prior to promotion. SUMMARY FOR GS-11: To serve as an Instructional Systems Specialist developing and writing non-resident career development courses of instruction and development of in-residence programs of instruction in the Paralegal occupational specialty. DUTIES FOR GS-09 * Performs developmental assignments. * Performs recurring assignments. * Carries out special projects and participates in special initiatives and studies. * Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. DUTIES FOR GS-11 * Plans, coordinates, designs and validates components of instructional design. * Develops, reviews, and revises instructional materials in accordance with established learning objectives. * Develops the plan and measurement devices for measuring achievement of instructional objectives. * Accomplishes special projects relating to the instructional program. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s) * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov * If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Disclosure of Political Appointments * All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. * Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume * Leave accrual may be authorized upon request * For GS-09 AND GS-11: May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties. * For GS-09 AND GS-11: Knowledge of common clerical practices, filing systems, and office routines. * For GS-09 AND GS-11: Ability to use up to date software and computer technologies to develop state of the art learning tools, spreadsheets, and databases. * For GS-09 AND GS-11: Required to obtain and maintain the Secret security clearance. * For GS-11 Completion of courses in technical writing principles and instructional systems development is desired. * For GS-11 Completion of "Course for Authors" is desired Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-1750, Instructional Systems Series. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The course work must have included study in at least four of the following five areas:(1) Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology; (2) Instructional design practices (3) Educational evaluation (4) Instructional product (5) Computers in education and training. Some positions in this series may specialize in one or two functional areas, where more specific academic preparation may be necessary. For such positions, agencies may require course work in the applicable functional area(s) as part of the above-required 24 semester hours. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09:Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Instructional Systems and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly OR EDUCATION FOR GS-09: 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Applicants have a combination of experience and education to qualify for this position and the computed percentage of the requirements is at least100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) with your application. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of instructional design principles and methods sufficient to plan, coordinate, and design instruction for full-length courses or complex development areas. Knowledge of a wide variety of instructional development methods sufficient to develop and revise instructional materials which result in complete and full-length training products for specialty area or career management fields. Comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of instructional measurement methods and principles sufficient to develop plans or policies for measuring achievement of instructional objectives. OR EDUCATION FOR GS-11: completed 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Applicants have a combination of experience and education to qualify for this position and the computed percentage of the requirements is at least100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR GS-09: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR GS-11: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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) for GS-09: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: * Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Instructional Systems and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. * Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. * Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. * Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments. * Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management. * Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs) for GS-11: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: * Knowledge of training development policies, and procedures. * Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of instruction. * Knowledge of instructional design and materials development to include use of technology for design and delivery of training. * Ability to establish program objectives and to assess progress toward their achievement. * Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. * Knowledge of the principles and theory of the paralegal career field 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 C