PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALST

The Air Force Civilian Service

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

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Security clearance
  • Potential for drug testing as a designated Drug Testing Position
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical if applicable
  • Willingness to work various shifts including nights and weekends
  • Occasional travel required for training and mission
  • Valid driver's license necessary for motor vehicle operation

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Program Manager for the agency's programs
  • Analyze and resolve efficiency and effectiveness issues
  • Evaluate organizational strategies and performance
  • Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Lead and manage teams to solve organizational problems
  • Develop and interpret complex regulations and policies
  • Recommend innovative methods to implement program management policies

Benefits

  • Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention incentives may be available
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Potential for various work shifts to accommodate employees
  • Flexibility in work hours during special projects or emergencies
  • Travel opportunities to various locations for training and mission support
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, NH-0301-03, to work at the Air Force Materiel Command, (AFMC) in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) in the Ogden Air Logistics Complex (OO-ALC) with 309 MMXG at HILL AIR FORCE BASE located in LAYTON, UT. This federal job offers a rewarding and exciting career with benefits.

This job may close at any time! APPLY NOW!!!

Recruitment, Relocation, Retention and Student Loan Incentives may be authorized.

Roster may be used to fill vacancies Complex wide for the next 90 days.

This position will be used to fill multiple shifts (day, swing and grave).

2026 Salary Range: ($89,508-$138,370) / Yearly with locality

Job Open Date: 06/24/2026

Job Close Date: 07/07/2026

Who May Apply: All U.S. Citizens

The primary purpose of this position to serve as a Program Manager which determines and authoritatively recommends unique/innovative methods to implement program management policies based on vague and incomplete directions/guidance. Receives assignments for special staff studies, special surveys, and special projects in support of Air Force-wide program

management issues and initiatives.

Qualifications:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Obtain & maintain Security clearance

- This may be a designated Drug Testing Position

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical (if applicable)

- The employee may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include overtime, and/or days, swings, or owl shifts.

- The employee may be required to work during base exercises, contingencies or emergency situations.

- The employee may occasionally travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft IAW Joint Travel Regulations to other government installations, contractor facilities, or other commercial Locations for both training and mission accomplishment.

-The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate valid driver's license.

Recruitment Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Extensive 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.

2. Master knowledge of overall missions, functions, and organization of the agency or component. Ability to apply the knowledge to evaluate current organizational strategies and performance.

3. Extensive 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.

4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with accuracy, and maintain good working relations with all individuals and organizations.

5. 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.

6. 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.

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 resume (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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