GS-1712

Training Instruction

Performs training instruction work including classroom and practical instruction in various subjects.

📊Administrative📈GS-5/7/9/11/12📁1700

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-1712

Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions

Individual Occupational Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in education, training, or subject matter field
Training in instructional methods

Experience: Experience in training delivery, instruction, or facilitation.

Education and Experience Requirements (Group Standard):

This is a two-grade interval series. Positions follow the GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, GS-12 progression pattern.

Grade	Education	Experience	Combined
GS-5	Bachelor's degree in any field from accredited college/university	3 years progressively responsible experience, 1 year equivalent to GS-4	Equivalent combinations qualifying
GS-7	1 full year graduate education OR Superior Academic Achievement	1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-5	Combinations of graduate education and experience
GS-9	2 years graduate education or master's degree	1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-7	Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-7 requirement) and experience
GS-11	3 years graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree	1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-9	Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-9 requirement) and experience
GS-12+	Not applicable	1 year specialized experience equivalent to next lower grade	N/A

Superior Academic Achievement (for GS-7):

Upper third of graduating class in college/university or major subdivision
GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 as recorded on official transcript, OR 3.5 or higher in major field
Election to membership in national scholastic honor society

Graduate Education: One year of full-time graduate education is the number of credit hours the school determines represents 1 year of full-time study. If unavailable, 18 semester hours satisfies the 1-year requirement.

Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

🎖️Tips for Veterans

✓Translate military experience: Map duties to civilian terminology.
✓Highlight training: Include courses and certifications.
✓Veterans preference: Claim your 5 or 10-point preference.
✓Experience substitution: Military experience may substitute for education.

🎖️Military to Federal Crosswalk

Military jobs that transition to GS-1712

Marine Corps5711

★★★★★Match

CBRN Defense Specialist

Training instructor for CBRN topics.

Skills:

instructionCBRNtraining developmentsafety

Entry Grades:

GS-7GS-9GS-11

Air Force3F2X1

★★★★★Match

Education and Training

Training Instruction series for federal training positions.

Skills:

Curriculum DevelopmentInstructionTraining ManagementTesting Administration

Entry Grades:

GS-7GS-9GS-11

Army11B

★★★★★Match

Infantryman

If served as Drill Sergeant or unit trainer. Instructional experience directly applicable to training specialist roles.

Skills:

InstructionTraining DevelopmentLeadershipCurriculum Delivery

Entry Grades:

GS-7GS-9GS-11

Marine Corps0311

★★★★★Match

Rifleman

Training instructor roles leverage combat experience.

Skills:

instructionweapons trainingphysical fitnessleadership

Entry Grades:

GS-7GS-9GS-11

💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.

📋Typical Duties

•Deliver classroom instruction
•Conduct practical training exercises
•Evaluate student performance
•Develop lesson plans
•Maintain training aids
•Counsel students on progress

🎯Key Competencies

Instructional Delivery

Skill in delivering effective training.

Subject Knowledge

Expertise in the training subject area.

Facilitation

Ability to facilitate learning activities.

Presentation Skills

Skill in presenting to groups.

Training Methods

Knowledge of various instructional methods.

Student Engagement

Ability to engage and motivate learners.

Assessment

Skill in evaluating learning outcomes.

Adaptability

Ability to adjust instruction to learner needs.

🔑Resume Keywords

Conduct practical training exercisesCounsel students on progressDeliver classroom instructionDevelop lesson plansEvaluate student performanceMaintain training aidsTraining Instruction

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