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NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
Unit: 1st BN 194 AR RGMT, Brainerd, MN
Selecting Official: LTC Timothy T. Kemp, (651) 282-4950
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 agency04/12/2017 to 04/26/2017
$60,210 - $78,270 per year
GS 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
11
Yes
MN-ARNG-17-242
467651300
Major Duties and Responsibilities: Plans and assigns work to be accomplished through subordinates engaged in a variety of occupations. Makes assignments based on priorities, degree of difficulty, and requirements of the assignment. Conducts reviews of command policies, activities and programs to ensure subordinate units are effectively and efficiently progressing toward the desired readiness status. Assists in creating and/or changing command policies and procedures. Develops instructions for implementation by staff sections, technicians and subordinate elements. Keeps abreast with new policy statements, regulations and directives issued by higher headquarters. Supervises and coordinates the activities of each full time staff section of the headquarters and subordinate units. Reviews and finalizes studies relating to reorganization, relocation of units, personnel practices etc. Provides guidance and assistance to ensure command programs have been implemented and evaluates their effectiveness in subordinate elements. Develops, implements and evaluates the administrative, personnel and supply policy for the battalion. Is the primary advisor for the command in the areas of legal, medical, and personnel actions. Ensures compliance with the Command Supply Discipline Program and Command Maintenance Discipline Program. Provides guidance and funds management for all decentralized logistic funds. These may include secondary stock funds, office supply accounts, transportation funding, and various classes of supply. Serves as the approving official for IMPAC expenditures. Coordinates and assists in developing plans for recruiting and retention within the command. Analyzes the personnel portion of the organizational readiness report to determine critical needs and priorities for the strength management program. Provides guidance to staff officers, commanders and full time employees in policy and procedure changes concerning areas of strength management. Manages and reports information in regards to personnel accessions, retention, participation, and attrition. Develops and institutes the officer and warrant officer accession plan to include state and federal officer and warrant officer commissioning programs, direct commission, interstate transfers, and other component transfers. Acts as a liaison with the Reserve Officer Training Corps. Provides oversight of the completion of initial entry training. Serves as the liaison between state and unit level recruiting efforts/teams. Keeps abreast and ensures the implementation of new policy statements, regulations and directives issued by higher headquarters concerning administrative, supply and personnel activities. Provides guidance and assistance to ensure command programs have been implemented and evaluates their effectiveness in subordinate elements. Makes day-to-day decisions for the commander in the areas of personnel and equipment assignments. Investigates and recommends, as directed, appropriate action on incidents such as property loss or complaints involving the units or assigned members. Coordinates and ensures the completion of line of duty (LOD) investigations, reports of survey, change of command inventories etc. May be required to represent the National Guard and the Commander in the community. Provides support for community activities such as parades, celebrations, military funerals, etc Coordinates with civic organizations and school officials for such things as communities support projects, natural disaster or civil disturbance planning. Monitors the use of facilities for military and recruiting in conjunction with community activities. Coordinates the security of the facilities. Submits to local news media, articles, stories, announcements or advertisements designed to make the public aware of the National Guard and their role in the community and in national defense. Reviews reports and plans pertaining to the overall organization's mobilization readiness. May supervise the execution of the mobilization of individuals or sub elements of the command for the purpose of state or federal missions. Reviews the organization's unit readiness report. Ensures the National Guard armories and other facilities in the command are properly utilized and cared for. Arranges with state ARNG officials for repair, upkeep, and custodial services for the facilities. Ensures the proper security measures are established and followed. Initiates rental agreements and receives and accounts for monies received for rental of the headquarters armory. Audits and reviews armory accounts of subordinate armories. Performs other duties as assigned.
Compatible Military Assignment: OFF: BR 01A, 42B, 42H
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, education or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.
Specialized Experience: GS-11 and above - Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions. Experience preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence. Experience evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Experience utilizing the organization, its mission and the organizational staff procedures. Experience using quantitative and qualitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of administrative and technical programs. Experience developing the mission and work processes of programs throughout the military organization and multi level agencies. Experience in analytical and investigative techniques.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: D1174000
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: Officer
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 1942159 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 (1942159), title (Administrative Officer) 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 1942159.
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 1942159.
· 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.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/467651300. 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 Battalion (Bn) or Squadron (Sqdrn) size headquarters of the ARNG. The purpose of the position is to function as the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the organization, representing the commander in oversight and conduct of all functions of the organization and is responsible to ensure the Commander's policies are implemented. Develops plans and procedures for personnel management, supply management, administration, and public relations in the command. Provides staff planning and assistance to ensure that required personnel, administration, logistics, strength, public relations, and readiness objectives are achieved and requirements are accomplished. Activities at this level are concerned with the mobilization readiness of military personnel in a wide variety of occupations including clerical, trades and labor, administrative, technical, and/or professional skills.