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PREVENTION SPECIALIST - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Air Force Materiel Command · Department of the Air Force · Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts

Federal agencyNH-02
At a glance

A job with Air Force Materiel Command in Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. It pays $46,137$109,959 per year at grade NH-02. Applications close on Oct 27, 2026 — 41 days left.

Working pattern
Telework eligible
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
Other

Main duties

  • Ensures primary prevention activities are implemented addressing two or more behaviors as designed, monitored for fidelity, and evaluated in accordance with DoD and DAF guidance.
  • Executes activities and provides training to installation personnel and community agencies concerning integrated primary prevention and resilience programs.
  • Supports the Installation Community Action Board and Community Action Team (CAB/CAT) in executing established initiatives.
  • Ensures program compliance with regulations, laws, policies, and directives associated with mandated administrative support programs.
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About the role

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve at an Air or Space Force installation.

Major responsibilities include completion of administrative functions, budget execution, and implementation of integrated primary prevention and resilience program education and training for the total base population.

What you will do

  • Ensures primary prevention activities are implemented addressing two or more behaviors as designed, monitored for fidelity, and evaluated in accordance with DoD and DAF guidance.
  • Executes activities and provides training to installation personnel and community agencies concerning integrated primary prevention and resilience programs.
  • Supports the Installation Community Action Board and Community Action Team (CAB/CAT) in executing established initiatives.
  • Ensures program compliance with regulations, laws, policies, and directives associated with mandated administrative support programs.
  • Performs other clerical and administrative work in support of the program(s).
  • Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY?

If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with 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.

How you will be evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. 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.

Documents you must provide

  • 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.
  • Online Application: Questionnaire 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.
  • Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
  • 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.
  • ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date.
  • Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave.
  • At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.
  • Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position.
  • The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service/discharge and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
  • Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference.
  • If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

What to expect next

Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration.

If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.

Additional information

This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-02 equivalent to a GS-05 to GS-11. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position.

You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

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