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THE LEGISLATIVE REGULATORY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT DIVISION CHIEF - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) MPCN: 010069071M

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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.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

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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.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

04/20/2026 to 08/17/2026

Salary $107,446 - $164,301 per year

(without locality)

Pay scale & grade NH 4

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Lackland AFB, TX

Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 0020 Community Planning
• 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
• 0801 General Engineering
• 0819 Environmental Engineering
• 1301 General Physical Science

Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Other Drug test No Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No

Announcement number AFMC-12937527-DLF-FLYER Control number 865821500

This job is open to

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The public

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

Duties

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Duties for this position typically include :

• Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
• Provides administrative and policy direction in terms of broadly defined missions and/or functions of the Environmental Management Directorate. Incumbent independently defines objectives, interprets disseminated polices, and determines effect on environmental program needs, plans, and designs.
• Provides strategic guidance, develops policy, manages resources, and coordinates with major commands, regulatory agencies, and mission partners to support readiness while safeguarding environmental stewardship.
• Builds, sustains, and leverages strategic partnerships to enable mission support objectives.
• Interacts with federal land managers, legislators, and governors staff at the local, states, and national levels.
• Advocates Air Force policy in all 50 States and overseas to all stakeholders including offices of federal regulatory and land management agencies, other DoD services, state and local governments, all Native American tribes, and non-government agencies.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with DoD, AF, MAJCOM, Wing leadership and personnel, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) HQ and Regions, state regulatory agencies, and other organizations to ensure mission effectiveness.
• Performs the Department of WAR (DOW) & AF Regional Environmental Coordinator (REC) Roles per DoDI 4715.02.
• Educates State and Federal agencies on the militarys operational/environmental needs, priorities, and concerns.
• Monitors and engages in state legislation and rulemaking processes and determine/negate impacts to DOW missions/operations.
• Builds and communicates coordinated DAF and DOW positions on issues important to military sustainment.
• Develops, maintains, and coordinates partnerships to promote long-term sustainability of DOW missions.
• Advises and assists DoW on regional, state, and local actions affecting DOW missions.
• Provides executive-level summaries on regional activities, success stories, and issues related to EPA regions.

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Incumbent must within 30-days of assuming this position and annually thereafter, file an OGE-450, "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

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

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

1. Knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, and practices of environmental planning, engineering or other scientific related fields to serve as the Air Force technical and managerial authority for compliance activity in air and water quality, solid and hazardous waste management, natural and cultural resources, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) within the assigned geographical area of responsibility.

2. Knowledge of organizational structure of Air Force elements, federal and state agencies, local governments, how they are organized, and environmental planning functions within these activities.

3. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Skill in analyzing issues and preparing recommendations to resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, or issues.

5. Ability to plan, organize and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

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.

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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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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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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

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

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Benefits

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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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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

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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For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). The vacancy may also be viewed on LinkedIn.

To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

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Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

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

Help

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). The vacancy may also be viewed on LinkedIn.

To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

US

Next steps

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 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.

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) Environmental Directorate (CZ) has a great opportunity at JBSA-Lackland, San Antonio, TX. This position is full-time and can be filled through the following job series: 1301/0819/0801/0401/0020. Position is being filled under DHA and is centrally managed by the CE Career Field Team with PCS funds available.

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address EHA DHA

550 C Street West

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

US

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Learn more about what its like to work at Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

https://afciviliancareers.com/

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.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Services "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

04/20/2026 to 08/17/2026

Salary $107,446 - $164,301 per year

(without locality)

Pay scale & grade NH 4

Location

FEW vacancies in the following location:

Lackland AFB, TX

Remote job No Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

• 0020 Community Planning
• 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
• 0801 General Engineering
• 0819 Environmental Engineering
• 1301 General Physical Science

Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Other Drug test No Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No

Announcement number AFMC-12937527-DLF-FLYER Control number 865821500

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