Program Management Specialist

The Air Force Civilian Service

$89K — $138K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in occupational safety and health programs
  • Expert knowledge of relevant safety regulations and standards
  • Ability to administer occupational health programs independently
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting and applying regulations
  • Proficient in problem-solving and decision-making related to safety measures
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with military or federal depot maintenance processes

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Occupational Safety & Health Program Manager
  • Act as a liaison between leadership and safety personnel
  • Advise on compliance and safety policies for the workplace
  • Conduct research and analysis on safety regulations
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies
  • Communicate complex safety guidelines effectively across the organization
  • Represent the organization in safety meetings and presentations

Benefits

  • Relocation incentives may be authorized
  • Retention incentives may be authorized
  • Possible Student Loan Incentives available
  • Career advancement opportunities within the federal system
  • Comprehensive health benefits and insurance options
  • Work-life balance with federal holidays and leave benefits
Full Job Description
This position is open exclusively to Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) federal employees. Applicants must submit their most recent SF50 to verify eligibility. Applications without the required SF50 and other supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will not be forwarded for consideration.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-time Program Management Specialist, (NH-0301-03) to work for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) in the WR-ALC, at Robins Air Force Base located in Warner Robins, Georgia. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time! Apply now!!!

Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

2026 Salary Range ($89,508-$138,370) yearly w/ locality

Job Open Date: 7/27/2026

Job Close Date: 8/02/2026

Who May Apply: Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) Employees

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Occupational Safety & Health Program Manager perform duties as a consistent liaison between operational leadership, shop-level supervisors, Occupational Medicine Services, Bio-environmental Engineering, Safety, the Installation Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Expert level knowledge of organizational operations, directives, protocols, procedures, applicable technical/process orders, and the specific nature of operations in the organization relating to occupational safety and/or health programs such as unit safety representative, confined space, fall protection, weapons & explosives safety, laser safety, radiation safety, respiratory protection, occupational & environmental health, and radioactive material control. Knowledge of occupational safety and health programs and related regulations, policies, and consensus standards. Knowledge and application of occupational safety and health practices and principals such as risk management, job hazard analysis, and methods to control hazards and exposures. Ability to independently administer applicable programs in an efficient, compliant, and effective manner; to advise managers, supervisors, and workers on matters of compliance, policy, and operations (including interpretating complicated, vague, or broad policies, directives, and regulations); to exercise sound judgment, to prioritize work so as to minimize adverse impact and maximize resources; and to advise others when existing policies, regulations, procedures, or directives are unclear or inadequate. Ability to research, analyze, and interpret requirements; apply requirements to existing and new situations; recognize and break down problems; devise solutions; and address gaps in knowledge or regulation.

Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen

May be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours

Obtain & maintain a security clearance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

1. Expert level knowledge of organizational operations, directives, protocols, procedures, applicable technical/process orders, and the specific nature of operations in the organization relating to occupational safety and/or health programs such as unit safety representative, confined space, fall protection, weapons & explosives safety, laser safety, radiation safety, respiratory protection, occupational & environmental health, and radioactive material control.

2. Knowledge of occupational safety and health programs and related regulations, policies, and consensus standards. Knowledge and application of occupational safety and health practices and principals such as risk management, job hazard analysis, and methods to control hazards and exposures.

3. Ability to independently administer applicable programs in an efficient, compliant, and effective manner; to advise managers, supervisors, and workers on matters of compliance, policy, and operations (including interpretating complicated, vague, or broad policies, directives, and regulations); to exercise sound judgment, to prioritize work so as to minimize adverse impact and maximize resources; and to advise others when existing policies, regulations, procedures, or directives are unclear or inadequate. Ability to research, analyze, and interpret requirements; apply requirements to existing and new situations; recognize and break down

problems; devise solutions; and address gaps in knowledge or regulation.

4. Knowledge of military/Air Force/AFMC/AFSC depot maintenance workload, directives, procedures, and processes, to include technical orders, process orders, drawings, etc. Skill in using information systems that store applicable technical data.

5. Ability to identify, analyze, interpret, and relay complex information, make appropriate judgments, evaluate courses of action, make data-driven decisions, and communicate information by oral and written means.

6. Ability to represent the organization internally and externally, both orally and in written correspondence, including the ability to attend meetings and give presentations necessary for the execution of weapons safety and other duties. Ability to resolve conflicts and establish effective working relationships using interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and to develop materials to relay and memorialize matters of importance or to fulfill regulatory/reporting requirements. Ability to negotiate complicated issues and gain cooperation through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy. Knowledge of

publications requirements and ability to carry out duties associated with publications development, review, and remediation.

RESUME: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. 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. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on how to complete the two-page resume is located at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit.

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.

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload a resume no more than 2 pages (PDF Form) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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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.

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