The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a Casualty Assistance Representative Assistant (CAR), Casualty and Survivor Benefit Program Specialist. Assisting with Analyzing and recommending changes and administering the Casualty Services and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) programs and to provide Subject Matter Expertise in benefits and entitlements afforded through a wide variety of programs such as those from the Department of Defense (DoD),

Duties

Program Specialist for an installation's Casualty Services. Assists with administering total advisory services and comprehensive programs related to casualty services. In coordination with program manager performs a variety of complex assignments involving identifying beneficiaries eligible for benefits and entitlements of seriously ill, very seriously ill or deceased Airmen, providing tailored information to the Next of Kin (NOK). Coordinates, advocates and obtains a variety of resources and services for surviving personnel and their families. Develops and implements publicity and information programs as they relate to Casualty Services, Survivor Benefits, Record of Emergency Data and the various government life insurance programs. Provides casualty reporting, notification, and assistance programs. Program Specialist for an installation's Survivor Benefit Program (SBP). Provides counseling, guidance, and interpretations concerning the broad range of rights and benefits, explaining both short and long term impact of the SBP on Air Force personnel and their families.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A background check will be required.
• PCS will not be paid
• Position may be subject to random drug testing. This is a Testing Designated Position.
• Must possess and exercise a high degree of sensitivity, tact, expertise and diplomacy in dealing with high-ranking Air Force and DoD military and civilian employees, members of Congress, family members and the general public.
• Recall to duty is a regular requirement of the position.
• Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Work will require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license will be required for the position.
• Position is subject to shift work to include nights, weekends and holidays
• Public speaking and active training of large groups is an integral part of this position.

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, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 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: (1) knowledge of military human resources (HR) management policies and programs; all Federal benefits and entitlements, sufficient to provide authorities advisory service and an understanding of public laws and US Codes and applicability that impact delivery of the Air Force Casualty Services Program; (2) Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies related to benefits and social programs and procedures sufficient to serve as a technical authority to implement and counsel on these programs and apply the total spectrum of benefits for military members and/or their dependents; and (3) Knowledge and understanding of the military retirement system, including those accrued based on prior service, Survivor Benefit Program, estate planning techniques, civil service retiree pension systems as they interface with the military retirement and social security systems. OR EDUCATION: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR LL.B. or J.D., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: 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. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of comprehensive programs of federal entitlements administered by DOD, VA, and the SSA as they pertain to the Survivor Benefits/Survivor Rights Programs, Casualty Services, and military life insurance programs (including the impact other survivor benefits will have on SBP, Civil Service retiree pensions and effect on military retired pay and survivor annuities) and the inter-relationship of these benefits and how it compares with commercial alternatives. Knowledge of and familiarity with the responsibilities of the DFAS Centers, the VA, and the SSA. Ability to resolve problems related to casualty operations and the SBP with these agencies. Knowledge of military rank and precedents and chain of command and the processes for verifying deaths, and the processes required by the Casualty Services Program. Ability to resolve problems related to casualty operations and the SBP with these DFAS Centers, the VA, and the SSA. Knowledge of interment rights and benefits provided by the VA including travel for family members, transportation of household goods/extension requests, and claims for destruction of personal property. Ability to develop and apply knowledge of federal, state, and local social services available in the community as they relate to SBP, Casualty Services, and military life insurance programs (SGLI, VGLI, and NSLI). Ability to compile and report data, analyze statistical data for trends, and to make adjustments to the programs. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, both orally and in writing, and with a high degree of empathy, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with NOK of deceased persons. Ability to perform in-depth research, gather facts and use extensive and effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately express oneself orally and in writing in a highly effective and professional manner, to interact with diversified groups, individuals and organizations. Public speaking and active training of large groups is an integral part of this position. 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 Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Barksdale AFB 345 Davis Avenue W Suite 223 Barksdale AFB, LA 71110 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]