THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST, Title 5 Permanent, Position Description Number T5300P01 and is part of the JOINT FORCE HQ-NH, New Hampshire National Guard.
This vacancy is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST, Title 5 Permanent, Position Description Number T5300P01 and is part of the JOINT FORCE HQ-NH, New Hampshire National Guard.
This vacancy is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
The purpose of the position is to plan, coordinate, implement, execute, and manage the Family Program for National Guard members and their families and provide commanders with staff assistance in solving problems affecting the military community and in improving the quality of life and well being of members of the National Guard throughout the state.
Serves as the Joint Force Headquarters (State) staff advisor on family readiness, quality of life and other Family Program matters, which include identifying and recommending priorities. Manages and implements the family readiness and family assistance system to ensure that Family Program elements and support services are provided to military and family members. Provides staff assistance to local units in accomplishing the objectives of the program. Conducts staff assistance visits to ensure policies conforms to guidance and to assist and gather information for new initiatives and direction. Analyzes and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of program operations and develops new or modified programs and/or strategies to provide quality of life programs for the readiness and well being needs of National Guard and Reserve members and their families throughout the state. Provides technical interpretation, guidance, and assistance to commanders and/or units. Serves as the TAG's representative on family issues at all levels. Provides consultation and advice for commanders and Guard leadership to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory guidelines and to maximize program effectiveness.
Coordinates and facilitates communication between family members, mobilization elements, higher headquarters, inter-service agencies, other military services, local and national government and non government organizations. This may include, but is not limited to, family readiness, resource management, mobilization and deployment coordination, volunteer management, Guard Family Action Plan (GFAP) and Guard Family Team Building (GFTB), information, referral and follow-up, and youth programs. Prepares and disseminates information to military members and their families on family readiness to include, but not limited to, benefits, entitlements, pre-deployment, deployment and reunion issues, unit missions, and functions of the National Guard. Manages and implements family readiness training and information, referral, and follow-up service for all phases of mobilization and deployment mission in response to family needs. Maximizes utilization of local community, state, regional, and national resources and networks to provide a safety net for families. Serves as the subject matter expert and advisor to the Family Assistance Center operation during periods of activation and deployment.
Develops and implements marketing strategies to maintain program visibility and increase awareness at all levels. Ensures proper coordination and negotiation with civilian and federal agencies is accomplished. Plans and organizes all aspects of volunteer management to include recruiting, training, retaining and recognizing volunteers. Responsible for the organizing, marketing, implementing, and monitoring of the Guard Family Action Plan and Guard Family Team Building including the tracking of volunteer hours and other data for trend analysis and recognition purposes. Conducts briefings, training seminars, conferences, and orientation workshops as appropriate for military and family members.
Oversees all budget aspects for the Family Program. Forecasts, procures and executes Army appropriated/non-appropriated and Air Force appropriated funds for the Family Program, youth program, volunteer reimbursement, and contracting. Provides guidance on locally generated funds and corporate sponsorship. Ensures full utilization of funds and compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
May develop and coordinate an ongoing Guard family youth program that identifies and addresses issues and concerns of youth related to Guard life. The program may include life skills, citizenship, character and leadership development; the arts; sports, fitness, leisure, and recreation; health and safety awareness; education and career development; mentoring, intervention, and support services and other programs and activities that enhance Guard family youth readiness and well-being. Secures appropriate staffing and funding. Coordinates with youth related organizations and agencies throughout the local and national community.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle and if so, an appropriate valid driver’s license is required.
Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. Head of Agency requests to exceed 14 days in a calendar year must be approved in advance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:: Must have 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:: Must have 12 months experience or equivalent at the GS-9 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.
WELL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS:Qualified applicant will have an in-depth knowledge of Military & Family Readiness programs and military structure. Applicant will also possess strong Case Management, Project Management and Public Speaking abilities. Applicant should have an understanding of military financial readiness milestones with the ability to brief as needed.
Education
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR LL.M. Transcripts must be submitted with application to support claim for education.
Additional information
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." In addition, all job announcements now include a link to USAJOBS, Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, which affirms that candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
This agency participates in the Fair Chance Act, Title 5 USC 9202 Limitations on requests for criminal history information. An employee of an agency may not request, in oral or written form (including through the Declaration for Federal Employment (Office of Personnel Management Optional Form 306) or any similar successor form, the USAJOBS internet website, or any other electronic means) that an applicant for an appointment to a position in the civil service disclose criminal history record information regarding the applicant before the appointing authority extends a conditional offer to the applicant. Certain exceptions do apply to this Act.
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).
You are strongly encouraged to provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214 (member 4 copy), "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support Detachment (PSD). The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Veterans should upload their DD-214 once they receive it upon separation.
ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE?
Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, are strongly encouraged to provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
ARE YOU AN ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBER? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). The statement of service must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission.
Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without a TAG waiver.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): program Management; Terms and Conditions.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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. A COMPLETE RESUME IS REQUIRED. Your full name, address, civilian email address (no .gov or .mil) and current telephone number must be on your resume. Your resume must clearly demonstrate experience that meets the requirements of this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must show experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.
2. References must be submitted with the application packet. (Minimum of 3 references required)
3. Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade.
4. A complete application package, including all supporting documents (i.e., resumes, copies of transcripts if required, licenses, All FAA Certifications and Credentials, and any other supporting documents etc.), must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
5. Copies of transcripts must be provided at the time of submission with the application packet. Failure to do so will result in the applicant not being considered for the position. Selected individual may be required to provide official transcripts prior to placement into this position.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.
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/12866233
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 other 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/.
NH ARNG Command Section
State Military Reservation
Concord, NH 03301
US
Next steps
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. A COMPLETE RESUME IS REQUIRED. Your full name, address, civilian email address (no .gov or .mil) and current telephone number must be on your resume. Your resume must clearly demonstrate experience that meets the requirements of this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must show experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.
2. References must be submitted with the application packet. (Minimum of 3 references required)
3. Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade.
4. A complete application package, including all supporting documents (i.e., resumes, copies of transcripts if required, licenses, All FAA Certifications and Credentials, and any other supporting documents etc.), must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
5. Copies of transcripts must be provided at the time of submission with the application packet. Failure to do so will result in the applicant not being considered for the position. Selected individual may be required to provide official transcripts prior to placement into this position.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.
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/12866233
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 other 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/.
NH ARNG Command Section
State Military Reservation
Concord, NH 03301
US
Next steps
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.
