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What are Developmental Special Experiences?

Developmental Special Experiences (DSEs) provide Air and Space Professionals opportunities to gain or enhance competencies.  More than just education and training, DSEs are practical experiences that enhance Airmen and Guardians’ knowledge, skills and abilities.  DSEs are typically external to an individual’s primary duties.

 

DSE Examples

 

The DSE Catalog is a one-stop shop to simplify research efforts in assisting individuals with creating their developmental plan.  All DSE opportunities are currently listed in MyVector, https://myvector.us.af.mil.

 

An example of a DSE is the "Innovation Cell, Gateway Academy Superintendent."  The individual works as a dental assistant in her primary job but was detailed to the Gateway Innovation Center. She gained useful competencies from this experience.

 

 

DSE Example


All Airmen and Guardians have a critical role in their career development.  The DSE Catalog is another tool to assist in researching and preparing for opportunities that are available now or will be in the future.

The DSE Catalog lists a wide range of opportunities to include:                                                                                

  • Air Advisor
  • Career Broadeners (CBs) – multiple listings
  • Key Civilian Positions (KCPs) – multiple listings
  • NCOIC of FTAC and Professional Development
  • Cyber and Intelligence Experience Exchange Tour
  • Executive Officer
  • Space Acquisition Exchange Program

 

Quarterly DSE Spotlights

LIVE DSE Image​​​​​​​Officer, Enlisted, Civilian:  Leaning in Virtual Experience (LIVE) Facilitator

The Leaning in Virtual Experience (LIVE) program is a modernized learning tool that consists of a mixed virtual reality experience combining interactive scenarios with authentic real-time dialogue to engage in difficult conversations.  There are two voluntary roles that comprise the LIVE program:  Base LIVE Facilitator (BLF) and Lead LIVE Facilitator (LLF).  LIVE facilitators are trained in active and empathetic listening skills with a special emphasis on maintaining neutrality to create a “safe but brave” space for DAF members to reflect and share differing perspectives.

Contact:  https://usaf.dps.mil/sites/aetc_live_u

 

CI2 DSE ImageCivilian, Officer, Enlisted:  Continuous Improvement Green Belt

Are you ready to drive positive change in the Department of the Air Force without having to leave your current role or career field?  With this developmental position, you'll work with your Commander’s Process Manager to lead small teams to drive positive change, apply data analytics to help leaders make informed decisions, and enhance business and mission processes to excel in efficient mission support.  Special Experience Identifier and certification in Lean Six Sigma available.

Contact: Your Local Process Manager or saf.ci2.mentorship@us.af.mil.

 

Honor Guard DSE Image  Enlisted, Officer:  USAF Honor Guard

As a Ceremonial Guardsman, you will represent the Air Force at public ceremonies in the National Capital Region and around the world. Typical ceremonies include daily funerals at Arlington National Cemetery, joint service arrival ceremonies at the Pentagon and White House, and wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns.

Due to the sensitive nature of these missions, and interactions with government and foreign dignitaries, it is critical only people with the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail be given the opportunity to serve as an honor guard professional.

Contact: 11OG.HG.Recruiting@us.af.mil.

Please note:  Each listing in the Catalog is owned and managed by the POC's organization.  The DSE lists detailed information on the prerequisites, description of the DSE and the application process.  If you have further questions, please contact the POC listed in the DSE.

Want to know more?  Have a Potential DSE to add to the Catalog?

·        View the DSE Catalog at:  https://myvector.us.af.mil/myvector/DevelopmentPlan/Home/DevelopmentalSpecialExperiencesCatalog

·        Access MyVector at:  https://myvector.us.af.mil/myvector/Home

·        View the DSE Reference Materials and videos here: https://usaf.dps.mil/teams/aetc/dse/SitePages/Home.aspx

·        Contact the DSE Team at: AETC.A3BD.workflow@us.af.mil

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Apply Today!

To apply for a DSE you are interested in, follow the application process listed in the catalog and/or contact the POC for further information.

 

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Does your organization have a developmental opportunity you'd like to see in the Catalog?

Please send an email to aetc.a3bd.workflow@us.af.mil, and our DSE Team will contact you to get started.