Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Within established agency policy and objectives, plans, organizes and directs the Arts & Crafts Center Arts and Crafts Program which includes a wide variety of hobby and craft activities. Studies directives applicable to the operation of the shop as well as arts and crafts books, manuals, catalogs and maintains liaison with higher headquarters and local civic groups of hobby clubs to ensure that an effective and interesting arts and crafts program which satisfies the needs of eligible personnel is provided. Promotes interest in the arts and crafts program and stimulates hobby desires of military personnel and their dependents through such media as posters, pamphlets, news releases, bulletin boards, radio announcements and by appropriate recognition of special achievements. Conducts surveys to determine local interests in existing or proposed arts and crafts activities and plans overall program to provide optimum coverage of those arts and crafts in which there is substantial interest. Considers staffing available through nonappropriated funds and volunteer workers and determines appropriate staffing and hours of operation for the individual shops and activities. Develops supply requirements to support the operation of the center based on experience factors and estimated needs for new programs or activities: initiates action to obtain supplies through appropriated or nonappropriated fund channels. Devises, improvises and adapts these various activities to meet a wide range of participant needs and interests and to work within the limitation of funds, facilities equipment, volunteers and paid staff. Plans and coordinates details of recurring and nonrecurring activities, special events and joint community undertakings to make maximum use of facilities, services and other resources. Manages numerous facilities and services within the Arts & Crafts Center such as: Sales Store, Auto Hobby Shop, Engraving Shop, Wood Hobby Shop, Frame Shop, and Multi Crafts Shop, providing guidance and leadership, modifying, adapting, and expanding or otherwise changing plans and procedures for such activities. Instructs participants in activities for which the employee has technical expertise. Determines adequacy of facilities, identifies additional needs and monitors repair and maintenance of existing facilities and equipment. Establishes job performance standards and evaluates performance. Plans, schedules, and coordinates work operations. Supervises shop arrangement, installation of equipment and HAZCOM & Environmental programs.

Places special emphasis on ensuring compliance with established safety, fire and environmental directives. Schedules and arranges for exhibits, demonstrations and contests and publicizes activities. Arranges for supplies and services needed to accomplish scheduled hobby/craft activities. Accounts for funds and makes recommendations for improvements. Develops budget estimates to cover salaries, supplies, and equipment and maintenance costs and compiles monthly reports of expenditures and revenues as well as special grant requests to submit to supervisor for review and submission to higher headquarters. Maintains records, and compiles data for reports. Evaluates the effectiveness of ongoing arts and crafts programs, adapts and varies program activities in light of findings and ensures maximum possible achievement of the broad objective to provide the military community with enhanced activities. Operates within financial goals set forth by local, Command and Air Force. Performs supervisory management responsibilities. Oversees budget preparations, APF and NAF funding. Approves expenditures to cover operational needs, takes actions necessary to insure compliance with safety, fire and environmental issues. Appraises employees and resolves disputes. Performs other related duties as assigned/directed.


If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12945249

Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires the incumbent to work uncommon shifts including evenings, weekends and special events.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/30/2026

Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

Knowledge such as would be acquired through the successful completion of baccalaureate program specialized experience or three years of progressively responsible administrative, professional, technical, or other work which provided a general Knowledge of management principles and practices, or progressively responsible experience in one or more functions managed in the skills development center may be substituted. In addition the applicant must have experience in work which involved expertise in an art program such as demonstrating methods, carrying out art festivals, competitions or workshops. Knowledge of the theories and techniques of one or more art forms. Knowledge of the methods and processes involved in an arts, crafts and hobbies program and current developments in art. Skill in the application and utilization of the program knowledge to meet the arts, crafts and hobby needs of the participating community.

Skill in the application and utilization of program knowledge to meet the arts, crafts and hobby needs of the participating community. Skill in effectively organizing and utilizing all available resources within the program framework. Ability to relate to people and motivate others to a higher level of achievement. Ability to plan along creative lines and to instruct as an artist/craftsman. Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations. Knowledge of budgeting processes including ability to develop and maintain budgets. Ability to deal with widely diverse individuals and groups. Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices and procedures including the ability to adjust work operations to meet emergencies, changing program or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quantity or quality of work. Ability to establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

• Resume

Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Diploma/ GED
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Other (2)
• PCS Orders
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

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