This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/468623000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
THIS POSITION IS RESTRICTED TO CURRENT MILITARY MEMBERS OF THE IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD.
LOCATION: G1, Johnston, IA.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY Thursday, June 01, 2017 FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.05/04/2017 to 06/01/2017
$40,684 - $52,893 per year
GS 07
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Mission and Training Requirements
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
IA17-105 (1949737)
468623000
DUTIES:
(1) Serves as an assistant in accomplishing all objectives of the Family Program. Supports staff assistance visits to ensure that policies conform with guidance to staff and units.
(2) Assists in designing and conducting needs assessments of family members to identify program requirements. Identifies issues affecting the quality of family life and provides recommendations to supervisor of activities and policies requiring modification. Identifies family issues affecting recruiting, retention, and readiness. Prepares information papers and other documents concerning these issues. Recommends necessary changes as needed on new initiatives and implementation of program to address those issues.
(3) Coordinates and facilitates communications between family members and the National Guard. Prepares information for entitlements, schedules of events, missions, roles, and functions of the National Guard. Interfaces with units and family members and gathers information concerning family activities. Compiles information, publishes, and disseminates Family Program newsletters.
(4) Develops and maintains a library of resource documents to include community, state, and Federal government agencies and organizations, which are available for referrals to family members. Assists units in developing and maintaining local information, referral and follow-up programs.
(5) Coordinates the volunteer service component to include formal training and recruiting of volunteers. Supports volunteers to work with the Family Readiness Groups (FRGs), and to instruct and train units, soldiers, and their families. Maintains a system of documenting volunteer services and a library of resource materials concerning volunteerism and provides materials to volunteers as needed.
(6) Assists in planning and coordinating resources for family assistance at mobilization. Assists with the establishment, staffing, and equipping of Family Assistance Centers (FACs), when necessary. Implements and maintains a system of providing publications and information to FACs and FRGs.
(7) Assists in the preparation of budget requirements to support the Family Program. Initiates Invitational Travel Orders (ITOs) for volunteers, when necessary. Assists in maintenance of non-appropriated and appropriated fund volunteer reimbursement program.
(8) Assists with the state family youth program, which addresses issues and concerns of youth related to Guard life and youth readiness and well being. Coordinates with local youth related organizations and agencies.
(9) Collects and organizes volunteer, family, and other related data. Implements and maintains a computer entry system for easy of retrieval and dissemination.
(10) Performs other duties as assigned. D1744
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA'S), LISTED BELOW, WILL BE USED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE IMPORTANT TO THE ENTIRE SELECTION PROCESS AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED SPECIFICALLY AND COMPLETELY IN THE APPLICATION.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A pre-employment physical or medical screening may be required for placement to this position.
Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) program as a condition of employment. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a security clearance as required by the position. Failure to complete NGB prescribed courses at the PEC for new FTS personnel within the first year of employment may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a secret security clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application for the required secret security clearance will result in termination of employment.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-07 Must indicate 12 months of the following type of experience:
Substitution of Education for specialized experience:Completion of 2 academic years of education in an accredited college or university will satisfy the requirements for GS-4 positions. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience for GS-5 positions. If education is being substituted for specialized experience, a college transcript must accompany the application or resume.
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov)
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
RESUMES FOR ALL POSITIONS WILL BE EVALUATED AGAINST THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION AS STATED IN THE GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED ABOVE.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Thursday, June 01, 2017
If you cannot complete the application process using one of the options identified in the "How to Apply" section, please contact our office for alternate application procedures.
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.
The Application Process
To apply for this position, you must:
Provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents if applicable: IA FORM 7424 Self Disclosure Worksheet( http://www.iowanationalguard.com/Jobs/Documents/Self%20Disclosure%20Worksheet.pdf )
To 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 assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire, View Occupational Questionnaire and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usacover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1949737Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the vacancy has closed, your application package will be reviewed in full and you will be notified electronically whether you have been found qualified or not qualified. If you have been found qualified, your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted
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/468623000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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