Clarification from the agency

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

• The incumbent oversees all aspects of automotive repairs, JCI inspections, ordering/receiving resale/supply inventory, scheduling customer repairs, Driver's Education Program.
• This position will also provide technical assistance, skills development instruction, and professional mechanical services in the operation of equipment such as, but not limited to, engine analyzer, brake lathe, and tire balancer.
• Develops and administers work schedules for NAF, IHA, MLC, contracted services/instructors, and volunteers.
• Provides regular performance feedback and annual evaluations.
• Approves/disapproves leave request. Initiates personnel actions and disciplinary actions.
• Interviews and selects applicants.
• Responsible for effectively resolving employee and customer dissatisfaction.
• Assists the Skills Center Director with the budget creation, to include capital expenditure requirements, short and long-term planning, and contracting of services.
• Reviews and takes appropriate action to ensure monthly financial goals are met.
• Supervises assigned personnel and accomplishes personnel management duties IAW NAF guidance, EEO policy, FSS and AF guidance.
• Provides on the job training in proper cash handling procedures, shop operating instructions, specific customer procedures, shop safety training and basic automotive service information.
• Develops and initiates programs that are responsive to base population needs, interests, and supports mission readiness.
• Develops marketing materials such as: flyers, posters and announcements, to promote activities/programs.
• Serves as Primary Facility Hazardous Waste Manager, Building Custodian, and Equipment Custodian.
• Additional responsibilities are equipment maintenance, building upkeep, property custodian for NAF and APF assets, and other related duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty, including nights and weekends.

"This is a drug tested designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use."

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12859298

Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid 4EJ driver's license.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing after appointment.
• Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty, including nights and weekends.

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, 01/15/2026

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in/around Misawa AB, Japan. All applicants must possess a social security number and valid passport. All applicants MUST be eligible to meet local immigration requirements.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

• Ability to use computer software to monitor sales, inventory, accounting, timekeeping, etc.
• Must be well versed in cash handling procedures.

Specialized Experience:

• In addition to General Experience, applicant must have minimum of 6 months managerial experience.
• Must have progressively responsible work experience or extensive training in automotive or automotive retail operations, demonstrates ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Must have general experience/knowledge of automotive equipment, i.e., wheel alignment systems, lifts, tire machines, brake lathes, battery chargers, JCI machines, and other basic power and hand tools.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of general business principles, financial planning, and be able to understand and analyze financial statements.
• Knowledge of EPA rules and regulations.
• Tow truck license desirable but not required.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Successful completion and favorable adjudication of background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required.
• A valid 4EJ driver's permit is required.
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be able to work an uncommon tour of duty, including nights and weekends.

How you will be evaluated

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.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 is made that you have inflated your 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.

The documents you are required to submit 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 employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:

• 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 eligibility to apply. 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 in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

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