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AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
NEW MEXICO AIR NATIONAL GUARD


This National Guard position is for a AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T5302P02 and is part of the NM 150th SOW Force Support Squadron, National Guard.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/14/2026 to 02/05/2026
Salary
$75,489 to - $98,141 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Kirtland AFB, NM
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
NM-12866398-AF-T5-026-001
Control number
854545100

Duties

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This position is located in the Force Support Squadron, Mission Support Group, of an Air National Guard (ANG) Wing. The purpose of the position is to serve as the family readiness and support services representative at an ANG Wing and coordinate concurrently with the Force Support Squadron Commander/Human Resources Officer (Director of Personnel (DP)) at each wing, Joint Force Headquarters - State (JFHQ-ST) Family Program Director, NGB Family Programs Office, and US Air Force/Major Command (MAJCOM) Family Readiness Directors.

  • Responsible for the overall management, control and execution of the ANG family readiness and support programs. Incumbent applies knowledge of management principles, applicable laws, regulations and National Guard Bureau (NGB) guidance to family readiness and support programs. Provides guidance to the ANG Wing leadership in the development and implementation of a family readiness and support program and provides family readiness assistance at the GSUs. Analyzes current Family program support for Wing Families and determines where there are gaps in service or support. Where gaps exist, develops and manages programs that support Wing Families. Monitors the success of implemented programs and makes adjustments as needed. Conducts projects and studies using a variety of analytical techniques in order to document needs and concerns in regards to family readiness and well being. Provides continuous analysis of the effectiveness and efficiency of the products and services by gathering, interpreting, analyzing, and staying abreast of the principles, policies, program goals and methodology of the USAF and National Guard quality of life programs. Based on the results documented, the incumbent develops solutions to issues, and develops and provides recommendations to senior leadership which impact substantially on the manner in which the family programs are carried out and to the implementation of program improvements identified.
  • Develops plans for an efficient resource management program and maximum support of service delivery to include resource center (discovery center), equipment, funding, tracking, and computerized systems - AFFIRST, etc.
  • Develops and prepares a variety of correspondence and other documentation i.e. formal letters, position papers, reports, briefings, charts, bullet background papers, etc. Develops and presents information for seminars, conferences, and orientation workshops as appropriate for service members, family members and volunteers. Conducts briefings and training for family members and volunteers.
  • Attends staff meetings monthly or as required to report on family readiness and support program status and concerns, as well as special upcoming programs and events. Maintains adequate records and databases to administer the family program and to provide the necessary reports to the Force Support Squadron Commander/Human Resource Officer (DP) and SFPD. Provides a quarterly report on expenditures to the Wing MSF Group Commander/DP and forwards to SFPD after the end of each quarter, as directed. Designs and establishes marketing and public relations strategies to ensure target populations are informed of services and activities. Updates newsletters to share information with service population.
  • Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of policy, investigative, inspection/exercise, strategic planning, and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  • The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
  • Please see "Additional Information" section regarding NGB's Probationary/ Trial Period.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11 - 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Must possess knowledge of management principles, applicable laws, regulations and National Guard Bureau (NGB) guidance to family readiness and support programs.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.


Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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 among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

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