Nov. 18, 2016 Two-year probationary period now in effect for new civilians All new federal employees appointed within the Department of Defense to permanent positions in the competitive service are now required to serve a two-year probationary period. The new requirement took effect Nov. 26, 2015, as part of the fiscal year 2016 National Defense Authorization Act. The
Nov. 18, 2016 2016 Scientific Applications Specialist Award nomination packages due by Dec. 1 The 2016 Scientific Applications Specialist Award nomination packages are due to the Air Force Personnel Center no later than Dec. 1. This awards program recognizes the Outstanding Air Force Scientific Applications Specialist in three distinct categories: technician, supervisor and manager. The
Nov. 17, 2016 Retirees seeking foreign government employment need pre-approval Military retirees seeking any civil employment with a foreign government agency -- or any instrumentality of a foreign government agency -- must apply for permission in advance or risk losing their military retirement pay. For retired Airmen, the Secretary of the Air Force and Secretary of State
Nov. 17, 2016 Air Force promotions eliminates time-in-grade, time-in-service points Time-in-grade and time-in-service points in active duty enlisted promotion consideration will be eliminated beginning with the 17E7 master sergeant promotion cycle, and all future promotion cycles, the Air Force recently announced. This is the final step in a gradual reduction of points for TIG/TIS
Nov. 16, 2016 Air Force looking to boost acquisition, cyber career fields Job seekers with in-demand technical skills may want to give the Air Force Civilian Service a look. The Air Force hopes to fill about 1,400 cyber and 2,200 acquisition positions Air Force-wide by the end of 2017. The Air Force employs approximately 27,000 acquisition and 9,500 cyber civilian
Nov. 15, 2016 2016 Federal Benefits Open Season runs through Dec. 12 The Office of Personnel Management has set the dates for the 2016 Federal Benefits Open Season from Nov. 14 through Dec 12, which includes the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance program and the Federal Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAFEDS)
Nov. 10, 2016 Air Force announces 2017 combat air forces squadron commander candidates Air Force officials have selected 302 officers as the 2017 combat air forces squadron commander candidates. Designees are the result of the CAF squadron command selection board held at the Air Force Personnel Center Sept. 13. Candidates are eligible for any worldwide command opening to include
Nov. 10, 2016 AF Wounded Warrior Program dedicated to personalized care Whether patrolling over no-fly zones in Iraq or guarding the perimeter of a stateside base, the Air Force mission can be dangerous even when taking all the necessary precautions. Many pay the ultimate sacrifice while others suffer battle scars seen and unseen. Team members who make up the Air Force
Nov. 9, 2016 FYI: Blended Retirement System The new Blended Retirement System is on its way, and with that comes some changes. In this episode of FYI, Tech. Sgt. Holly Roberts-Davis gives us some general comparisons to help us make an informed decision.
Nov. 9, 2016 305 make next cut for enlisted RPA pilot selection Air Force officials have chosen 305 active-duty enlisted Airmen for the next phase of the enlisted remotely piloted aircraft pilot selection board process.