LEAD GOVERNMENT GROUND REPRESENTATIVE - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Tinker AFB, OK

Vacancy No. AFMC-12861407-DPS-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $88,621.00 to $137,000.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/7/2026 Close Date 1/14/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Tinker AFB, OK


Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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  • Performs technical and administrative lead duties on a regular and recurring basis by identifying, distributing, assigning and balancing workload and tasks amongst employees to accomplish the workload.
  • Leads a team that provides Facility Commander and Government Flight Representatives with policy and procedural guidance regarding contractor aircraft ground operations
  • Represents the organization with a variety of installation and functional area organizations
  • Consistently exercises independent judgment in directing and assigning work amongst employees by using determinative factors and team member functional development.
  • Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that quality expectations have been met

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Telework may be authorized.
  • Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
  • Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
  • Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.
  • For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
  • This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
  • Duty location for this position is located at Tinker AFB, OK.
  • Overtime may be required to accomplish assigned duties.
  • May be required to occasionally work outside of normal duty hours.
  • Work will require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Adminstrative and Management Positions.


The Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) Contract Field Team (CFT) Quality Assurance & Air Operations Section is seeking qualified candidates for the Lead Government Flight Representative (GFR) position. This announcement may also be used to fill other GFR and Ground Government Flight Representative (GGFR) positions as needed. Government Flight Representative (GFR) Aircraft Flight and Ground Operations Oversight. The GFR is responsible for oversight of contractor flight and ground operations, ensuring compliance with applicable instructions, safety standards, and contractual requirements. This critical role ensures the safe and effective execution of flight and ground operations in support of mission objectives.

Requirement for the Position: GFR Minimum Qualifications: Per DCMA INST 8210.1D (and associated service instructions), the minimum qualifications to serve as a GFR are:

- Must be a current or previously rated U.S. military officer, or
- A previously rated Government civilian

***NOTE*** A previously rated Government civilian is a civilian employee of the U.S. Government who formerly held an official military aeronautical rating-such as pilot, navigator, or flight engineer-before transitioning to civilian service."

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. Ability to plan, organize, lead functions, mentor and motivate the staff of an organization.
2. Mastery knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex inspection, investigation, enforcement, and/or compliance principles, concepts, and methodologies; laws, regulations, guidelines, and precedent decisions; requirements of various legal jurisdictions; and practices common to contractual compliance.
3. Extensive knowledge in developing new techniques, legal processes and approaches, and requires mastery of advanced principles and concepts of a contract and contractual compliance.
4. Broad Knowledge of organizational concepts, principles, and practices as related to contractor compliance, to include requirements related to the design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, and modernization of a variety of items for contractor and customer activities throughout the world.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with accuracy, and maintain good working relations with all individuals and organizations.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Ability to utilize AoP concepts and initiatives to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of an organization.

Ideal Candidate: Current Civilian within DoD

Additional information

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Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.

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***Please note that the staffing specialist will review the Qualifications/Requirements and may reach out to you for additional information.

Required Documents

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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

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Agency contact information

Lacey Giles
Email
lacey.giles@us.af.mil
Address
EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

Next steps

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