This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/464672200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
Unit: Consolidated Maintenance Activity, Camp Ripley, MN
Selecting Official: MSG Elizabeth Sauer, 320-616-3044
This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible MOS in the Minnesota Army National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently enlisted in the Minnesota Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate enlistment or appointment. For enlistment/appointment information, contact www.nationalguard.com.
**Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.**
Learn more about this agency02/22/2017 to 03/08/2017
$19.86 - $23.16 per hour
WG 05
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
05
No
MN-ARNG-17-183
464672200
Major Duties and Responsibilities: Receives, stores, and issues hand tools, machine tools, dies, and equipment. Unpacks and stores new equipment. Selects and sets up specific storage locations. Keeps records of tools issued. Make adjustments or minor repairs to tools and equipment in stock. Prepare periodic, special, or perpetual inventory of stock. Count stock on hand and searches for lost or misplaced items. Determines stock replenishment levels. Assures items are on hand in sufficient quantities and at the time required. Prepares requisitions for procurement of material and supplies. Reviews requisitions for completeness and compliance with regulations. Recommend substitution when supply items are not available. Verifies material received to determine irregularities in order. Report incoming shipments of stock that are over, short, or damaged. Search for identifying or management data on items of supply. Compares data listed on documents with reference sources. Edits supply transactions or provides customer service for urgent critical shortage items and other items requiring special handling. Codes and classifies requisitions, shipping orders, and other documents. Perform other duties as assigned.
Compatible Military Assignment: CMF 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 88, 91, 92
Military Compatibility: Upon selection, individual must be assigned to a compatible military position and must also maintain satisfactory membership in the Minnesota National Guard. Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.
Evaluation Factors: Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of appropriate education, experience, training, self-development activities, and special awards. Candidates are considered on the basis of available information on their current application and supporting information that has been provided to this office. To ensure full consideration, applicants are urged to submit information about their training, self-development, outside experience, activities and awards. National Guard military (Part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements for a technician position. The applicant is credited with actual number of months the member has been in the National Guard if the experience is related.
General Experience: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of trade; ability to apply identification skill (matching specific item name, models, and stock or part numbers with similar specific information at stock locations); ability to use simple hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, etc.) and to follow oral and written instructions.
Specialized Experience: Experience or training checking numbers and names of items on container labels of incoming stock and matching information with receiving reports. Experience that demonstrates the ability to store, organize and rotate items and to issue supplies. Experience completing issue or receipt records. Experience counting items during inventory.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: D0932000
REMARKS: No PCS available. Members with rank higher than identified in 'Key Requirements' are eligible to apply, but may be required to take a reduction should they be selected. The military grade of the supervisor must equal or exceed the grade of personnel supervised. Sensitivity Level 2.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Enlisted (E8 and Below)
Acceptance of a Technician position will result in the termination of your Selected Reserve bonus.
IAW NGR 600-25 AND AFI 36-101, grade inversion within the full-time workforce is not permitted.
To view ALL MN National Guard Vacancies, go to: http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/careers/minnesota.php
IMPORTANT NOTES:
The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position without discrimination for any non-merit reason(s) such as age, race, religion, gender, ethnic origin or non-disqualifying disability. Pre-selection is not only counter-productive to effective recruitment and placement, but also violates Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement principles and will not be tolerated. If you have information or questions regarding this issue, please contact the Equal Employment Manager at 651-282-4472 or 651-282-4066.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Areas of Priority: In accordance with MN National Guard Regulation 690-335 (Army) or 36-1 (Air), applications will be forwarded to the selecting official to conduct interviews by area of priority listed below:
Area 1: Career/Career-Conditional Technicians and Indefinite Technicians assigned to the Minnesota Army National Guard.
Area 2: Career/Career-Conditional Technicians and Indefinite Technicians assigned to the Minnesota Air National Guard Statewide (133rd Airlift Wing and 148th Fighter Wing) who were initially hired based on a posted job vacancy.
Area 3: Minnesota National Guard Technicians who have not previously competed and traditional Minnesota National Guard members.
Area 4: National Guard Technicians from other states and civilian persons eligible for membership in the Minnesota Army National Guard.
Option B: Fax Procedure. If it is not practical for you to submit your application electronically, you can fax your submission following these steps:
Ensure that you use the official cover sheet which is here -- https://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf-- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly. The Vacancy Identification Number 1918165 must be filled in or your application will not get forwarded. The fax number is 1-478-757-3144. Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
You must submit a Resume and/or form OF 612. It is highly recommended that you also submit the AGO 163 to accurately reflect your military experience.
Copies of the OF 612 and AGO 163: http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/careers/assets/OF%20612%20and%20AGO%20163.doc
Your application must include the following information:
A detailed narrative of your work experience (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized and general experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Include pertinent military experience and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience. Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.
Job Information: Vacancy Identification Number (1918165), title (Tools and Parts Attendant) and grade(s) for which you are applying.
Contacting Us: If you still have questions about this position or the application process, you may contact us at (651) 282-4155.
ALL APPLICANTS ARE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, RELIGION,COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, AGE (WITH AUTHORIZEDEXCEPTIONS) OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.
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.
You must submit a Resume and/or form OF 612. It is highly recommended that you also submit the AGO 163 to accurately reflect your military experience.
The Minnesota National Guard Human Resources Office (HRO) does not accept hardcopy applications for a job announcement published on USA Jobs. You must upload these documents after completing the Online Questionnaire or fax them to 1-478-757-3144 using the OPM supplied fax cover sheet https://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the Vacancy Identification Number 1918165.
To apply for this position, you must provide responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire, and supporting documents: resume and/or OF 612**
**It is highly recommended that you also submit the AGO 163 to accurately reflect your military experience. (OF 612 and AGO 163 can be downloaded from: http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/careers/assets/OF%20612%20and%20AGO%20163.doc)
Use the Online Qualifications Questionnaire (Option A) for convenience and quickest processing.
Option A: Online Qualifications Questionnaire.
Tips for using the Online Qualifications Questionnaire:
· Complete and save your supporting documents before starting the Online Qualifications Questionnaire and upload these documents online.
· You can upload or fax supporting documents during or after you complete the Online Qualifications Questionnaire process.
· You must click Submit My Answers for your questionnaire to be processed.
· You must complete the entire process by 11:00 PM central time on the closing date 1918165.
· You can save your work and come back later. Just click both Save and Logout. When you want to return, go to https://applicationmanager.gov/Home.aspx and log in using the User Name and Password you created.
· Select the job you would like to update to complete the questionnaire or upload documentation. It is important for you to complete this process in its entirety.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your application status.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/464672200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Minnesota Army National Guard: This position is located in a Surface Maintenance Facility. Its purpose is to receive, store, and issue parts, tools, equipment, material, or supplies and maintain stock records in accordance with accepted stockroom methods, techniques, and procedures.