GEOBASE PROGRAM MANAGER Job in Columbus, MS

Vacancy No. 8G-AFPC-1278768-953891-EGR Department Air Education and Training Command
Salary $73,939.00 to $96,116.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/21/2025 Close Date 8/27/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Columbus, MS


Summary

Please see SUMMARY in Duties section.

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Clarification from the agency

This position is ONLY open to current, permanent federal employees to the Air Education and Training Command (AETC).

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the installation's GeoBase Program, responsible for providing direction and coordination of long and short term program development, program overview of all resource program activities for consistency with policies and objectives and to manager the installation's GeoBase Program and to act as an advisor to the Base Civil Engineer (BCE) on management of the Civil Engineer data management system as well as maintain, operate, and administer all functions required for CE automated systems.

  • Program responsibility and management of the GeoBase Program. Develops, coordinates, obtains approval, and promulgates operational plans and procedures for implementation of installation policies and instructions relating to the GeoBase Program.
  • Administers Information Systems. Monitors ongoing operation of network systems to ensure hardware and software are functioning properly and that operational standards are met; serves as project officer for recommending selection of and installing new computer systems/software, and maintaining all computer systems.
  • Provides briefings to Installation commander, updating the capabilities of the GeoBase. Program, concepts and procedures to offer assistance on any day-to-day or real world situations that could involve natural disaster, accident response, or other emergency/contingency operations; manages and oversees the GeoBase Program training and provides training and assistance to customers.
  • Studies the structure and/or functions of installation organizations to determine the best course of action for inclusion into the GeoBase Program, providing sound guidance and assistance to installation users on "Best Practices" for input to GeoBase Program.
  • Participates in discussions, meetings or serves on panels or committees. Based upon the composition of the audience, the knowledge level and desired outcome, composes briefing material that effectively provides information to committees that address the GeoBase issues.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov; this posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program; disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty (TDY).
  • Position will require outdoor fieldwork. The employee must meet physical requirements to perform this work; this position requires a pre-employment physical/medical examination.
  • The employee may be recalled to duty and required to work overtime during other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays on an emergency basis.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned; the work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate driver’s license is required for the position.
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (Continued)
  • Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in cartography, engineering, land surveying or related disciplines (eg. Geographic Information Systems, geography, photogrammetry etc.) or several years of experience as a cartographic (Continued)
  • technician or cartographer, engineering specialist or technician, or surveying technician or similar vocations is preferred. Professional certifications are recommended including GISCI GIS-Professional (GIS-P) or other (Continued)
  • credentials. Membership in professional organizations is encouraged.
  • Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent of this position must achieve (Continued)
  • the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, (Continued)
  • C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from 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-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of GeoBase programs sufficient to facilitate an efficient and effective Geographic /Geospatial Information System (GIS) which ensures an expedient emergency response for crisis situations. Knowledge of the GeoBase Program elements, operations, infrastructures, and objectives to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of the GeoBase Program operations. Knowledge and ability sufficient to plan, schedule, and conduct projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the GeoBase program. Ensures a disaster response posture is maintained as a part of the GeoBase Program that will enable effective response to disasters and ensure mission accomplishment. Reviews and recommends integration of submissions from units into a comprehensive, self-guided web-based GeoBase Program. Ensures compliance with and correlates differences in approaches and identifying capability shortfalls and limitations.

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EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

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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 your 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE:

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:

1. Knowledge of DoD and Air Force automated data processing and networking standards, policies, and techniques.

2. Knowledge and understanding of GeoBase concepts and operations. Knowledge of GeoBase Data Information Systems, Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD), ORACLE, ARCGIS Desktop, ARCIMS, and ARCSDE are needed to develop the program responsibilities which will give direction to better manage the GeoBase Program and give direction to the installation's usage of the "One Base - One Map" capabilities for emergency/contingency situations.

3. Knowledge of Emergency Response plan for the installation, lines of authority, and installation response roles and responsibilities is needed to develop the program responsibilities which will give direction to better manage the GeoBase Program. Skill in planning, organizing, executing, directing and evaluating the GeoBase program for the purpose of having a viable emergency/contingency system in place for users.

4. Knowledge of computer hardware and software systems and their interfaces; and higher level programming languages comparable to COBOL and FORTRAN and other job control languages.

5. Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures and skill in evaluating program operations to develop comprehensive plans and to analyze work processes and continually improve them to meet customer requirements in relation to the GeoBase operations. Ability to develop training plans and conduct training programs which will enable the commanders and other installation users to utilize the vast capabilities of the GeoBase Program. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to prepare and present briefings, coordinate joint planning efforts to manage the execution of the GeoBase Program with clarity.

6. Knowledge of the capabilities, limitations, and employment of commercial off the shelf software (COTS) used in the development of the GeoBase program and knowledge of data content and output options for a variety of administrative, scientific and/or technical program applications that are processed on any of several multi-program operating systems. Ability to use and maintain a computer system, equipment, and software; analyze computer network, software, and hardware problems and develop effective and economical solutions; and train users on new computer systems. Knowledge of installation infrastructures in relation to GeoBase operations and knowledge of facility environment and infrastructure to support computer systems.

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.

Additional information

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

  1. Online Application: Questionnaire
  2. Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. Your name MUST be included on your resume.
  3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
  4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
  5. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/27/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12787681

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, or personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
Columbus AFB
495 Harpe Blvd
Ste 186
Columbus AFB, MS 39710
US

Next steps

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