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This National Guard position is for a TRAINING SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0925000and is part of the Idaho Arm National Guard.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
08/22/2017 to 09/22/2017
$49,765 - $64,697 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
No
ID-10039507-AR-17-172
477654500
As a TRAINING SPECIALIST, GS-1712-9, you will assist the Training Administrator with the Total Army School System (TASS) in accomplishing
command coordinating authority responsibilities. Assists the Training Administrator with various aspects of operations. Reviews data in the Army Training Requirement and Resource System (ATRRS) for appropriate input/output procedures, accuracy and quality assurance. Uses all Training Management Systems such as ATRRS, the Individual Training Requirements Module (ITRM), etc. Ensures that the training institute and TASS organizations adhere to timelines established by the Training Management Life Cycle either through command and control or coordinating authority. Assists in the management the Distance Learning Programs. Knowledge of ATRRS and various automated training management systems is required to obtain statistical data required by the Training Administrator and the staff.
Identifies and implements required modifications of Programs of Instruction (POI) in accordance with regulations and the requirements and situation of the institute. Ensures that training support materials (i.e. training support packages, references, etc.) and training aids are consistent with the POI. Reviews and evaluates training support training aids such as films, video tapes, charts, maps and photographs to ensure their adequacy and consistency with objectives. Assists in the formulation and preparation of training schedules, directives and materials for the mission. Maintains training support material/reference files and obtains updates as necessary. Maintains liaison with the Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) proponent schools, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other TASS organizations to requests training materials and publications to supplement programs. Prepares and issues local instructor guides in accordance with proponent policies and regulations. Ensures preparation of instructors after action reports and critiques. Plans and schedules instructor proficiency classes to help instructors attain certification and maintain their skills. Researches regulations regarding individual's participation in training programs.
Serves as primary point of contact on matters relating to approved ARPRINT conducted at the institute. Advises and assists the training administrator by performing research on matters pertaining to courses. Participates in planning and developing training programs. Responds to inquiries regarding admission requirements and procedures necessary for enrollment in scheduled programs.
Assists in preparing projected annual training budgets in accordance with requirements of the state and National Guard Bureau. Monitors expenditures and use of mandays to ensure cost effectiveness and conformance to regulations. Calculates expenditures and maintains supporting records. Monitors current balance in each budgetary account. Prepares documents for student participation and notifies appropriate command of those students who did not attend training.
Ensures that all student records are prepared in accordance with current regulations and distributed for assessment and accreditation. Prepares materials and maintains files for Officer Candidates Schools (OCS) Evaluation and Review boards.
Coordinates with the Public Affairs Officer regarding press releases and media coverage of RTI events. Conducts briefings for various groups and individuals to promote RTI programs. Makes available to units and individuals various publications and recruiting materials. Participates in the preparation and distribution of recruiting materials. Distributes printouts of individuals qualified for OCS to unit commanders.
Coordinates support personnel requirements. Coordinates the acquisition and documentation of proponent and POI required equipment, instructional material and general supplies. Maintains statistical data and records in student files. Ensures that files such as test score verification, birth certificates, diplomas, physical examinations, etc., are maintained. Maintains instructional/support files. Ensures that supporting documents for commissioning of Officer Candidates are provided to proper authority. Reviews, evaluates and determines reproduction requirements. Prepares correspondence regarding a variety of issues pertaining to the operation.
Assists in the management of environmental programs and regulatory requirements. Prepares the institute's Energy Conservation Program and ensures compliance with conservation directives. Ensures that safety programs are implemented and followed.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: E2 THRU e&
Compatible Military Assignments: 68W REQUIRED MOS
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE IDAHO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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 showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Proof of 68W MOS
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/10039507~
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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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/477654500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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