Clarification from the agency

Area of Consideration 1: Current Title 5 and Title 32 permanent or indefinite employees of the Guam Army National Guard. Area of Consideration 2: All other applicants/areas.

This position is located in the Joint Force Headquarters, Homeland Security Office, Joint Operations Center (JOC). The primary purpose is to effectively manage, direct and oversee the operation of the Joint Operations Center processes. Coordinates as necessary with all applicable base agencies, higher headquarters major commands, Federal, state, and local agencies. Employee makes assignments, implements mission changes, ensures the work of the joint operations center is carried out in an efficient and timely manner, and oversees all command and control training programs. Serves as the joint operations center subject matter expert for all joint operation activities.

1. Establishes local command and control policies and directives in accordance with Federal, state and local agencies. Informs the Adjutant General or designated staff members on the status, progress, problem areas, shortfalls, and limitations in the joint operations center. Recommends solutions to ensure mission accomplishment and that Federal, state and local agency objectives are achieved. Responsible for writing mission plans in support of the joint operations center missions. Oversees the development of all local Quick Reaction Checklists (QRCs), Staff Operational Reporting Procedures (SOPs), and Joint Operating Instructions (JOIs) to meet the Adjutant General's mission and reviews periodically for sufficiency and updating. Serves as the joint operations center subject matter expert for all joint operations planning activities. Maintains a publication and forms library of essential hardcopy documentation and an electronic copy of the required library items for a backup. Manages and supervises the daily activities of the joint operations center, console operations, administration, and training. Responsible for personnel as it pertains to employee safety, joint operation center procedures, and work practices within the JOC.

2. Ensures adequate protection and procedures are in place to safeguard resources, to include the physical security of the joint operations center, the Crisis Action Team (CAT) and mission critical support systems. Serves as the Communications Security (COMSEC) Officer for the joint operations center COMSEC user account. Periodically reviews, validates, and projects COMSEC requirements to ensure required materials are in place to support the evolving missions. Ensures personnel are properly trained in the procedures, use, destruction, and security of classified COMSEC information and materials. Ensures the joint operations center complies with operational, communications, transmission, and computer security requirements.

3. Participates in the direction of operational events and briefs the Adjutant General or his designated staff members on all significant actions taken by the joint operations center. Informs the Adjutant General on the status, progress, problem areas, shortfalls, and limitations in command and control and recommends solutions to ensure mission accomplishment and national objectives are achieved. Directs recall of base personnel as required. Coordinates with other agencies in the development of all reference guides, checklists, and displays utilized by the CAT. Provides administrative support to track and log CAT events.

4. Manages all aspects of joint operations center operational reporting. Oversees the operational control and accountability of the JOC and CAT facility to ensure proper utilization of resources. Manages changes as a result of directives, to include the proper installation of new or upgraded systems and equipment. Develops initial budgetary requirements, programs available dollars, and identifies unfunded requirements to support joint operations supplies, equipment, and training.

5. Plans the work activities of assigned personnel, assigns general and specific tasks for the accomplishment of the mission, and plans the work schedule to support operational events on a 7-day per week/24-hour basis to include the scheduling of personnel leave. Develops work performance standards, and evaluates the work performance of subordinates through performance appraisals and/or efficiency ratings. Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions in the unit and recommends selection of personnel. Indoctrinates new employees, and ensures personnel complete all training and certification requirements applicable regulations. Takes affirmative action with consideration of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) in all aspects of personnel actions. Hears and resolves complaints from employees, and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to supervisor. Effects minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands and recommends other action on more serious cases. Makes recommendations to commander of subordinates for reassignment, commendations, and promotions.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance within 12 months of appointment of this position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• 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 duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. Maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES:
Enlisted: E6 - E7

COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 25B, 42A

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at leastone (1) year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-09). 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. Must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations.

SUPERVISORY POSITION: Applicant must have experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

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):

1. Knowledge of joint operations, command and control processes, and operational coordination sufficient to manage or support Joint Operations Center activities, including situational awareness, event tracking, and mission execution.
2. Ability to develop, implement, and maintain operational plans, standard operation procedures (SOPs), quick reaction checklists (QRCs), and other operational guidance to support mission requirement and ensure effective response during routine and contingency operations.
3. Skill in coordinating and communicating with Federal, state, local, and military organization to exchange operational information, resolve issues, and ensure timely and accurate reporting to senior leadership.
4. Ability to supervise personnel, including planning and assigning work, scheduling to meet operational requirements, evaluating performance, providing guidance and counseling, and addressing employee relations matters in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
5. Ability to manage operational reporting and resources accountability, and to ensure compliance with security, communications, and information protection requirements necessary to support Joint Operations Center missions.