This position is in the Joint Force Headquarters, in Camp Mabry, Texas; it is under the general supervision of the J1 Director with direct access/advisory responsibility to the Adjutant General (TAG) on all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and diversity management issues. The position provides guidance/advice to TAG, senior commanders and managers on statutory requirements relating to the EEO program. A 20% Recruitment or Relocation Incentive is offered to newly hired employees.
Summary
This position is in the Joint Force Headquarters, in Camp Mabry, Texas; it is under the general supervision of the J1 Director with direct access/advisory responsibility to the Adjutant General (TAG) on all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and diversity management issues. The position provides guidance/advice to TAG, senior commanders and managers on statutory requirements relating to the EEO program. A 20% Recruitment or Relocation Incentive is offered to newly hired employees.
Serves as principal advisor to the Adjutant General and manages the Equal Employment Opportunity program to include Special Emphasis Programs, the Affirmative Employment Plan, Alternate Dispute Resolution, and Complaints Processing System for the Army and Air National Guard population of the state.
Studies and analyzes employment laws, regulations and policies from National Guard Bureau Headquarters to formulate and implement the state's EEO program.
Prepares and coordinates the implementation of the State Affirmative Employment Plan. Devises methods for monitoring progress of minorities and women, and personally monitors or coordinates the work of others in monitoring actions.
Together with the J1, (Director of Manpower & Personnel) formulates policies designed to prohibit discrimination due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age and disability.
Reviews Human Resources policies and programs to determine barriers, if any; advises the Adjutant General relative to their impact on National Guard policy to overcome under representation of minorities and women; and recommends changes or new actions to the Adjutant General, Chief of Staff, and Human Resources Officer.
Develops and conducts equal employment opportunity training for new hires and supervisors. Conducts meetings both on and off the National Guard installation with community outreach organizations in the interest of improving equal employment opportunity/diversity initiatives and relationships.
Participates in the development and administration of the state's upward mobility program.
In conjunction with the Director of Manpower & Personnel and Military Equal Opportunity (MEO) Officers, coordinates and assists in the development of ARNG EO and ANG MEO military programs and affirmative action plans. Performs necessary planning, coordination and follow-up actions in support of these programs and plans. Monitors state's Military EO complaints processing system on behalf of the Adjutant General.
Counsels employees and applicants who believe they have been discriminated against; insures the timely, fair and impartial consideration and disposition of complaints; maintains and secures all documents pertinent to informal and formal complaints. Coordinates formal hearings when requested by the complainant. Make recommendations to the Adjutant General on resolution of complaints.
Selects Special Emphasis Program Managers and EEO Counselors, and oversees their collateral work assignments. Supervises a full-time Equal Employment Specialist as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The full Position Description (PD) can be found at the following link: GS-0260-12, NGD1717000
Appointment Factor(s): This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Army/Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Applicants who are not currently members of the Texas Army/Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Texas National Guard. If you are unsure if you are eligible for military membership, please visit/contact a Texas National Guard recruiter before applying for this position.
Area of Consideration: Nationwide Excepted. This includes:
Anyone eligible for immediate enlistment and/or commissioning in the Texas Army/Air National Guard.
Military Incentives: Acceptance of a military Federal technician position may result in termination and/or repayment of military incentives. Please check your contract and contact your servicing Education Services (Incentives) office of the Recruiting/Retention office.
Remarks:
Texas Army/Air National Guard membership is required.
This position requires the ability to obtain & maintain a Secret security clearance within 1 year of appointment.
This position requires attendance & successful completion of the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute's (DEOMI) Equal Employment Opportunity training within 6 months of appointment.
The Texas Military Dept is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
This is a Non-bargaining unit position.
Direct deposit is mandatory.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
A 20% Recruitment (to newly hired) or 20% Relocation (current employees, without break in service) Incentive is offered. Selectee will be required to sign a 2 year service agreement prior to entrance on duty.
PCS expenses authorized.
Military Requirements: Compatible military grade & assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. Applicants who are not current members of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. Need not have Military Occupational Specialty(MOS) or Air Force Specialty Code(AFSC) to apply. Upon selection, individual must be assigned to a compatible military duty position in accordance with statues and NGB regulations; and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the MOS/AFSC within 1 year of appointment.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment / experience reflecting the following:
Specialized Experience Required
Must have at least 36 months experience or training involving the administering, delivering, maintaining, advising, and adapting advanced concepts, principles, and theories of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to the unique organizational, management, and mission requirements; AND experience assisting in the development of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and procedures; AND experience advising management on Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and practices.
Specialized Experience Required for Supervisory Positions: Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
Education
There is not an educational requirement for this position.
Additional information
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.
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How you will be evaluated
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 qualified, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume should include the following for related positions held:
Work schedule (ex. Full-time, part-time, intermittent)
Hours worked per week
To and From dates (ex. MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY)
Duties performed
2. Other supporting documents: SF50, if current or prior Federal employee.
3. Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute's (DEOMI) Equal Employment Opportunity training, if applicable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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/10666293
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or the supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
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.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume should include the following for related positions held:
Work schedule (ex. Full-time, part-time, intermittent)
Hours worked per week
To and From dates (ex. MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY)
Duties performed
2. Other supporting documents: SF50, if current or prior Federal employee.
3. Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute's (DEOMI) Equal Employment Opportunity training, if applicable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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/10666293
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or the supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
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.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
