Job Description

Job Title:

Housing Management Specialist

PP-SRS-GRD:

S-1173-09

Location:

RAF Lakenheath

Vacancy Number:

989968

Open Date:

10 October 2025

Close Date:

17 October 2025

Work Hours Per Week:

37.5

Salary (Per Hour):

17.44 - 24.20

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of housing management specialists at the 48th Civil Engineering Squadron , Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath , United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary purpose of this position is to manage day-to-day operations of permanent party unaccompanied housing facilities to include dormitories, unaccompanied quarters and adjacent service facilities and surrounding grounds. The individual will plan and coordinate the activities of the Unaccompanied Housing Program, ensuring the program complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. They will represent Unaccompanied Housing Section with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. The incumbent will also Manages Unaccompanied Housing administrative operations with responsibility for Unaccompanied Housing planning and activity performance as well as serves as the Base Civil Engineer's representative for unaccompanied housing matters. They will also independently conduct joint resident-management quarters inspections to evaluate the cleanliness, maintenance, and habitability of the unit, furnishings, equipment, and facilities.

For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-sta ndards/1100/housing-management-series-1173/

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is 17.44 Per Hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview of our mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

As the U.S. Air Forces in Europe's only fourth and fifth-generation fighter wing, RAF Lakenheath brings unique air combat capabilities to the fight, such as the most advanced Joint Direct Attack Munitions used by the F-35A & F-15E. RAF Lakenheath provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and

air-to-ground precision combat capability and multi-staged improvement program avionics. Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, is located 70 miles northeast of London and 25 miles northeast of Cambridge. The Liberty Wing consists of more than 4,000 military members, over 1,500 British and U.S. civilians and includes a geographically separated unit at nearby RAF Feltwell. RAF Lakenheath is the largest U.S. Air Force-operated base in England and the only U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE)

F-35/F-15 fighter wing. Historically, the 48th FW has been the foundation of USAFE's combat capability and remains so today. The Liberty Wing led the El Dorado Canyon raids into Libya in 1986 and was the first F-111 fighter unit to deploy to the Gulf during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The Liberty Wing also anchored NATO forces during Operations Deliberate Force and Allied Force. Since September 11, 2001, the 48th FW has played a key role in antiterrorism operations, flying combat missions and providing combat support in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of DoD, HQ USAF, and MAJCOM Unaccompanied Housing (UH) principles, theory, policies, directives and procedures.

2. Knowledge of appropriated and non-appropriated funding policies and procedures and the skill in developing budget justifications.

3. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Skill in conducting audits or studies, evaluating the results, determining the feasibility of necessary repairs and/or improvements, and scheduling /coordinating corrective actions.

5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, both orally and in writing.

6. Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methodology related to housing referral and relocation support services.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.

2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period (remember to change if firefighter).

4. Overtime may be required.

5. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

6. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

7. May be required to travel away from normal duty station for TDY or training as directed by management, sometimes on short notice and including overnight stays, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.

7. Work may include some overtime but is not guaranteed.

8. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate CAT B, UK valid driver's license is required for the position.

9. Employee may be required to facilitate an on-call function over a 24-hour period covering 7 days a week as per the manning roster. On-call allowance of 16 per day is activated only during the period of time the employee is performing the function of the on-call responsibilities.

10. The Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) Program does not participate in regular drug testing; however, positions covered by this document may be subject to drug testing upon reasonable suspicion of substance abuse, and safety mishap or accident testing.

11. Your hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week on a Fixed Schedule (Mon-Fri 0800-1630) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

How To Apply

Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/LNDH%20Application% 20Form.pdf?ver=NzISMEoNEWJdbrxpWdfKFQ%3d%3d

All applications must submit the following documents via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil and received prior to the closing date to be considered for the position.

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 34,008.00-47,190.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 989968