Education Services Specialist

Air Force Civilian Service; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Federal Holidays each year

13 sick leave days earned per year (ac

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service is seeking an Education Services Specialist (NH-1740-02) at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, CO. You will plan, implement, and advise on Education and Training Flight's academic opportunities, tuition assistance, and career development programs for military members, retirees, and DoD civilian families.

In this Term position you may be required to relocate or travel as needed, with federal competitive benefits including health, retirement, and leave.

Qualifications

• Analytical and evaluative techniques to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Clear oral and written communications with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and manage groups to resolve organizational issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer Education and Training Flight's academic opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Advise on career and force development programs and related services.
• Coordinate education programs for military members, retirees, DoD civilians and families.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Program evaluation

Lean/Six Sigma concepts

Job description

It takes more than 170,000 Air Force Federal employees to fly, fix, fight and Win in Air, Space, and Cyberspace. In Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS); we support the men and women in uniform and provide every kind of support service needed to fulfill the Air Force mission.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for an experienced, innovative and driven Education Services Specialist, (NH-1740-02), to fill a Term position at the 460th Force Squadron (FSS) at Buckley Space Force Base (SFB) located in Aurora, CO. In this position you will plan, implement, administer, and advise on Education and Training Flight's (ET&F) academic opportunities, tuition assistance program, career and force development programs, and other education and training services and activities provided to military members, retirees, Department of Defense (DoD) civilian members, and their families.

This is a Term position, and current Federal civilian employees may apply. If selected, a break in service of at least 3 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Salary Range is $40,332 - $96,116 Annually based on experience.

Relocation Incentive Authorized.

AFCS Benefits

• 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time

• 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance

• No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement

• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)
• U.S. Citizenship
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours. May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance. Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Must meet the positive education requirements as stipulated by US OPM for the 1740 occupation series.

Recruitment Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques for the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of the program and/or strategic sourcing.
• Knowledge of overall missions, functions, and organization of the agency or component. Ability to apply the knowledge to evaluate current organizational strategies and performance.
• Knowledge of organizational concepts, principles, and practices as related to the requirements for performance-based logistics, acquisition, supply maintenance, procurement procedures, manufacturing, strategic sourcing, and other support areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with accuracy, and maintain good working relations with all individuals and organizations.
• Ability to work with, lead, and manage various groups or individuals to resolve difficult problems/situations as related to organizational issues. Ability to understand and deploy lean concepts in problem resolution.
• Skill in interpreting and applying complex DOD, USAF, AFMC, and AFSC regulations, methods, operating procedures, and policies, as well as developing methods and operating procedures as required.

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/ .

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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.