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NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED
UNIT: Command Group, JFHQ-MN
LOCATION: St. Paul, MN
SELECTING OFFICIAL: Major General Jon A. Jensen, Adjutant General; 651-268-8934
05/10/2019 to 06/07/2019
$79,968 - $103,962 per year
GS 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
12
Yes
Yes
MN-10500183-AR-19-447
533316400
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
A JOINT FORCE SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR, GS-0301-12, Manages, studies, analyzes and oversees the administration, coordination, planning, development, and execution of all National Guard (NG) enlisted members programs with particular emphasis on readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, performance, training, awards and recognition, recruiting, equal opportunity, promotion, assignment and reassignment, administration and utilization, as they affect the service contributions of NG enlisted personnel to the accomplishment of the state's missions. Identifies state and federal NG requirements and develops comprehensive Joint Forces Headquarters - State (JFHQ-S) plans to support goals and objectives established by the Department of Defense (DoD), Army, Air Force and the National Guard Bureau (NGB). Provides input and recommendations to the Joint Chief of Staff (CoS), Assistant Adjutant General (ATAG), and the Adjutant General (TAG) in the operations and activities applicable to all functional areas of the NG. Conducts studies to develop plans and programs designed to develop and maintain high enlisted esprit de corps and morale in all elements of the NG; comprehensive individual and unit indoctrination and mission awareness; prevention and resolution of complex issues affecting the enlisted ranks and prompt and appropriate recognition of individual enlisted personnel whose service is at a conspicuously high level of visibility. Directs, advises and coordinates with Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) and other enlisted organizations, councils, groups, etc., and their representatives. Participates in the resolution of policy, doctrinal and regulatory misunderstandings that could result in adverse effects on enlisted personnel. Additional duties are found in PD NGD1163000.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
POSITION DESCRIPTION: D1163000
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 CMSgt/CCM/SMG/CSM
Acceptance of a Technician position may result in the termination of your Selected Reserve bonus.
To view ALL MN National Guard Vacancies, go to: http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/careers/minnesota.php
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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 selection official to conduct reviews by area of priority as listed below
Area 1: Current On-board Minnesota National Guard Title 32 Technicians who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed.
Area 2: Current Minnesota National Guard Title 32 Technicians who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired at a sister component that is identified on the Position Vacancy Announcement (PVA), including onboard Title 5 employees that are also current members of MNNG; i.e. Army MNNG to Air MNNG, Air MNNG to Army MNNG.
Area 3: All Minnesota National Guard members currently assigned to the MNANG or to the MNARNG applying for a position within the component in which they are currently assigned. i.e. temporary technician or Traditional Guardsman.
Area 4: Currently assigned service members in other branches of the military outside of the Minnesota National Guard, to include those assigned to Active Duty, Reserve or other state's National Guard.
Area 5: All individuals able to and willing to become members of the Minnesota National Guard including prior service not currently assigned to a military component and non-prior service US civilians.
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.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume and/or OF 612 showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format must include Month and Year, e.g, 02/2017, Feb 2017, ect.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: 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://minnesotanationalguard.ng.mil/full-time-jobs-in-minnesota/
Job Information: Vacancy Identification Number ( 10500183 ), title ( JOINT FORCE SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR ) and Grade(s) ( 12 ) for which you are applying for.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10500183
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
CONTACTING US: After you have read all the instructions in this vacancy announcement, if you still have questions about this position or the application process, you may contact us at (651) 282-4155.
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MINNESOTA NATIONAL GUARD:
This position is located This position is located in the Command Group of the Joint Force Headquarters within the
state. As a member of the Joint Force Headquarters command staff, the incumbent serves
as the senior enlisted technician in the state managing the military aspects of all full time
and traditional National Guard enlisted members. Personnel covered by the program
include enlisted personnel at all ranks within the state Army National Guard and Air
National Guard. As the Enlisted Program Manager for the state, the incumbent serves as
the primary advisor and spokesperson regarding issues related to the analysis and
enforcement of established policies and standards for all enlisted members. Program areas
managed include military issues related to readiness, as well as the performance, care,
conduct, appearance, effective personnel utilization, management, and training of all
enlisted guard members within the state. The incumbent is also responsible for ensuring
subordinate Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) comply with the state's enlisted program
goals and objectives. Regularly interacts with senior enlisted advisors of other Department
of Defense (DoD) components. Participates in a variety of DoD, Federal, and State level
advisory councils.