SUPV RESILIENCE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPEC
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SummaryClick on Learn more about this agency button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.Air Reserve Technicians are full-time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilianassignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates12/09/2024 to 12/13/2024* Salary$122,198 - $158,860 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 14* HelpLocationFew vacancies in the following location:* Robins AFB, GA* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleYes-as determined by the agency policy.* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential14* Job family (Series)* 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program* Supervisory statusYes* Security clearanceTop Secret* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskCritical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk* Trust determination process* Suitability/Fitness* Financial disclosureNo* Bargaining unit statusNo* Announcement number9R-ARTO-12632###-####16-SLG* Control number822693300HelpThis job is open to* Federal employees - Competitive serviceCurrent or former competitive service federal employees.* Federal employees - Excepted serviceCurrent excepted service federal employees.* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.* Veterans* Military spouses* Land and base managementCertain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.HelpDutiesThe primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) officer position, a second level supervisor, providing, organizing, and overseeing supervisory and nonsupervisory employees assigned to AFRC/A1Z Division within HQ Air Force Reserve Command. Provides overall direction on wide range of Integrated Resilience, Airmen and Family Readiness, Professional Development, Strategic Partnership/Communication, Developing Resilient Leaders and other community programs. Additionally, provides training to reservist in the accomplishment of the tasks.RESPONISBILITIES:1. As Division Chief, plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Division. Formulates program goals, plans, policies, and procedures and work plans dealing with the development and operation of command-wide Integrated Resilience/Airman and Family and Professional Development functions and activities; participates in providing both technical and administrative direction to subordinate branch chiefs and through them their assigned nonsupervisory employees.2. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher level management or headquarters. Selects candidates for subordinate non-supervisory positions and recommends selections for subordinate supervisory positions taking into consideration skills and qualifications and mission requirements.3. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with DoD, AF, AFRC and other MAJCOM leaders. Represents the division at higher levels within the organization and at conferences with HQ USAF, DOD, and other agencies.4. Serves as the AFRC Command's principal advisor for Integrated Resilience, Strategic Partnership/Communication, Developing Resilient Leaders and community programs and dual hatted as the Director for the Professional Development Center, ensuring legal and regulatory requirements are met, as well as the needs of AFRC and non-AFRC Airmen, families and communities across all AFRC owned installations and tenant location. Serves as Command advisor for all integrated resilience, communication and professional development programs.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* U.S. Citizenship is required* Must be a current member of the AF Reserves or willing/qualified to join* A security clearance may be required* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: Total salary varies depending on location of position* This posn is subject to provision of the DoD Priority Placement Program* Must sign a mobility agreement* Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.* Position may be subject to random drug testing* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required* Employee must maintain current certifications* Disclosure of Political Appointments* Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.* Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume* Recruitment Incentive will be authorized for this position* Relocation Incentive will be authorized for this position* Leave accrual may be authorized upon request* Position will include superior qualifications consideration* Position will include incentive for prior work or active duty experience and student loan repaymentQualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions,SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-13) or equivalent. Specialized experience includes knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to the requirements for community and families support delivery systems, to develop, implement and improve programs and draw supportable conclusions; principles and techniques of social system design to analyze and make recommendations with regard to education and training program objectives, policies, delivery systems and resources to improve accessibility, responsiveness and relevance to the mission and the needs of its members; and the knowledge of federal laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, principles, and practices governing integrated resilience and community programs, and the common types of these in effect in state and local governments, carried out at the installation level and in local communities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the GS-13 or above grade/level or equivalent position in the federal service.FEDERALTIME-IN-GRADE (TIG)REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:1. Knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to the requirements for community, families and Airmen support delivery systems, to develop, implement and improve command-wide programs and draw supportable conclusions.2. Wide ranging professional knowledge of principles and techniques of social system design to analyze and make recommendations with regard to education and training program objectives, policies, delivery systems and resources to improve AFRC accessibility, responsiveness and relevance to the command mission and the needs of its members.3. Comprehensive knowledge of federal laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, principles, and practices governing integrated resilience and community programs, and the common types of these in effect in state and local governments, carried out at the installation level and in local communities.4. Ability to recognize and analyze problems, conduct research, summarize results, and appropriate recommendations. Ability to develop and use appropriate data collection techniques.5. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.6. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:1. This is an Air Reserve Technician Officer (ART) officer position. The incumbent must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. Work schedules will be so aligned to allow the individual to function fully on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends.2. This is an AFRC key management position, in which, the incumbent is required to formulate, determine, and/or influence policies. Must be highly knowledgeable of the AFRC mission and responsibilities.3. This is a designated key position. The term key as it is used here relates to the ART program that defines the position as critical to mobilization capability (i.e., formulates, determines or influences policies of the unit to which assigned), and has no relationship to the term key as defined in AFI 36-507.4. This position is designated as a mobility position. Incumbent must be willing to move/transfer to another unit/location on a lateral or promotion basis as directed by HQ AFRC. AFRC command-wide geographic mobility is a condition of employment for all ART Officer positions.5. Must possess demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities essential to successful accomplishment of responsibilities inherent in this position.6. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a top secret security clearance.7. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing as a condition of employment. Drug Test requirement was modified with AFI 90-508, Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program, 28 August 2014; Certified Current 18 December 2015 which supersedes AFI 44-107, 7 April 2010. Positions covered by this CPD must be reviewed for proper Testing Designated Position (TDP) coding to comply with AF Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program (AFI 90-508). Drug testing is a condition of employment.8. Incumbent may be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty (TDY) assignments.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.EducationIF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith 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.Additional informationInteragency 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.120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Applicant must be commissioned or commissionable as an ART Officer in the Air Force Reserve. Air Reserve Technicians are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, Air Reserve Technicians are required to maintain their active membership in the Air Force Reserve unit where assigned. As members of Reserve units, Air Reserve Technicians receive on average one weekend of military training per month. In addition, they are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency.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 meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.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.* BenefitsHelpA 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.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.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: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.* 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.* Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD-Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD-Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15.* Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain 1 or 2 AND block 34 must be a 1 . Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a 1 or 2 .* Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).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 (honorable or general) 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.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).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 ApplyThe complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/13/2024To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is most recent. * It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.* For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.2. A complete Application Questionnaire3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.Agency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone 1-800-###-#### Email ...@CALL.ONLYAddress AFRC Robins AFB455 Bryon StSuite 474Robins AFB, GA 31098USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce 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.* Fair and TransparentThe 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 requestHelpRequired DocumentsThe 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: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.* 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.* Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD-Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD-Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15.* Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of a SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain 1 or 2 AND block 34 must be a 1 . Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a 1 or 2 .* Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).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 (honorable or general) 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.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Depa