Meteorologist

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this is a formal air force intern position, established under the palace acquire (paq) program; as such, it is centrally managed and funded by the air force personnel center, civilian career management directorate and administered by the weather career program, hq afpc/dpz, 550 c street, randolph afb texas 78150.

in a developmental capacity serve as a professional meteorologist in the organization for meteorological issues affecting the organization’s ability to accomplish its mission.

• performs recurring developmental work assignments.
• in a developmental capacity, participates in special initiatives, studies and projects.
• participates in meetings, assists with presentations and prepares routine correspondence.
• prepares written correspondence and other documentation.

• u.s. Citizenship required
• males must be registered for selective service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
• a security clearance may be required
• pcs expenses, if authorized, will be paid iaw jtr and air force regulations
• this posn is subject to provisions of the dod priority placement program
• employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• employee must maintain current certifications
• disclosure of political appointments
• student loan repayment may be authorized
• recruitment incentive may be authorized for this position
• leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• two (2) year formal training program for a master's degree and a three (3) year formal training program for a bachelor's degree.
• total salary varies depending on location of position.
• successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan.

any individual who completed all requirements for a bachelor, masters or doctorate degree from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two years or will complete these requirements by 31 may 2026 meets the basic requirement to apply for the recent graduate program; -or- any veteran released or discharged from active duty within the previous two years, but due to a military service obligation, was precluded from applying for a recent graduate position during any portion of the two-year eligibility period following completion of applicable degree, and not more than six years have transpired since completing the requirements for the degree.

qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the office of personnel management pathways guidelines. You can also visit: http:// for additional qualification standards.

note: 1. Quality ranking factor (justification for quality ranking factor must be substantiated by the job analysis and be documented in the case file.

2. Selective placement factors (must be document on sf39a and filed in the case file)

part-time or unpaid experience
: credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

volunteer work experience
: refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (i.e., peace corps, americorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

this position has an education requirement. You must provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the u.s. Department of education. Http://www
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basic requirements:

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