Clarification from the agency

Open to United States citizens only. Refer to applicable Areas of Consideration below for hiring consideration.

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This position is in the Wyoming National Guard's (WYNG) Joint Force Headquarters' Office of Strategic Communications (STRATCOM). The primary purpose is to assist the WYNG's STRATCOM Officer at the strategic and operational level, with particular emphasis on developing segments of more complicated or sensitive communications campaigns and executing the National Guard's (NG's) communication objectives.

(1) Researches and develops informational materials and complete communication campaigns for release to audiences through electronic and newspaper media. Prepared materials explain or describe the NG mission, NG accomplishments, policies, programs or actions taken to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

(2) Responds to media requests for information of both a routine and controversial nature. Prepares or assembles information kits, edits informational materials drafted by subordinate public affairs specialists or unit public affairs representatives (UPAR), releases photographs and/or feature stories to the news media, coordinates media interviews with subject matter experts and arranges photographic and electronic media coverage of newsworthy NG events.

(3) Manages the JFHQ multimedia program. Directs the development of immediate and long-term multimedia planning. Develops policies, directives, and standard operating instructions. Manages multimedia architecture, infrastructure and equipment. Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with customers to ensure timely, effective support and efficient delivery of multimedia service. Develops and executes the PA operational multimedia budget, procures equipment and supplies, and analyzes equipment life cycles.

(4) Directs and produces video-based media to meet customer requirements. Writes and directs scripts and gives direction for scriptwriting, creates story boards and evaluates set designs. Operates video cameras both on location and at studio facilities. Organizes, rehearses and coordinates talent. Performs audio mixing and recording, conducts traditional and non-linear video editing and postproduction services. Attains and maintains extensive technical and operational knowledge of video production software and hardware. Determines the treatment, the format and the style of the production and exercises individual judgment to solve problems, restructure workflow, and manage resources because of verbal guidance and general policy regarding content.

(5) Organizes technical, theoretical, or artistic material to simplify and explain for optimum audience perception. Develops and manages entire productions within the time and budgets allotted. Plans, designs, develops, and obtains all audiovisual aspects of the program. Interprets scripts and decides how best to obtain the objectives of the program through use of normal and special equipment, lighting effects, digital video effects and sound effects.

** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. **

Conditions of employment

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Open to current or prior service active duty, reserve or national guard members of one of the branches of the US Air Force, Army, Navy, or Marines.
Military members: Submit vMPF Rip, DVR, STP, ERS, MBS, or PDR with resume.
Prior service members: Submit a DD Form 214.
Must become a military member of the Wyoming Air Nat'l Guard before appt.
To inquire about Recruiting into the WY Air National Guard, contact (307) 772-6333 for assistance.
May be required to successfully complete a two-year trial period.
Federal employment suitability is determined by a background investigation.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, if eligible. Subject to funding and TAG approval.
PCS costs are not authorized. Must be willing to relocate at own expense if selected.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Technicians are paid through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT).
Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses.
Acceptance of a Technician position will terminate these military incentives. If you have questions regarding these bonuses/incentives, contact (307) 772-6333 for assistance.
Acceptance of a permanent or indefinite position will cause termination from the Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP) and TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS).
Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709(f).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
2. Covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. Individuals convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
4. 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.
5. Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. Responsible to maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
The consideration of qualified eligible candidates will be as follows:

Area 2: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming Air National Guard (ANG) T32 Dual Status technicians employed within the Wyoming Air National Guard.
Area 4: All current military members of the Wyoming Air National Guard.
Area 6: Current and prior military service members separated from any branch of the military to include US Air Force, US Army, US Navy, US Marine Corps, Reserves, and National Guard components. Must be willing/eligible to join the Wyoming Air National Guard as a military member prior to appointment to position.

TECHNICIAN INFO
Type of Appointment: Permanent
Tenure: Group 1 or 2
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
FLSA: Exempt
Telework: The duties of this position require primary physical presence. Situational teleworking may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Technician Position #: 1057034
Selecting Official: Mr. Joseph Coslett, Jr.

MILITARY GRADE
Min: E-4
Max: E-8

Enlisted applicant's military grade cannot exceed the maximum military grade authorized. Over-grade applicants must provide a written demotion statement of understanding with application, willingness to be administratively reduced in grade (state specific grade) if selected for this position. A Demotion Statement of Understanding is located at: https://go.usa.gov/xEeZ2

Applicants' under or that over-grade, without a written demotion statement of understanding, will not be considered for this vacancy. Acceptance of this position does not in any way constitute a military promotion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess experience, education or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or using analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience in compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Experience using computers and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must possess at least one year of experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of writing and communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to public affairs of the military. Manages multimedia programs. Directs the development of immediate and long-term multimedia planning. Develops policies, directives, and standard operating instructions. Manages multimedia architecture, infrastructure and equipment. Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with customers to ensure timely, effective support and efficient delivery of multimedia service. Develops and executes the PA operational multimedia budget, procures equipment and supplies, and analyzes equipment life cycles. Operates video cameras both on location and at studio facilities. Organizes, rehearses and coordinates talent. Performs audio mixing and recording, conducts traditional and non-linear video editing and postproduction services. Attains and maintains extensive technical and operational knowledge of video production software and hardware. Determines the treatment, the format and the style of the production and exercises individual judgment to solve problems, restructure workflow, and manage resources because of verbal guidance and general policy regarding content. Organizes technical, theoretical, or artistic material to simplify and explain for optimum audience perception. Develops and manages entire productions within the time and budgets allotted. Plans, designs, develops, and obtains all audiovisual aspects of the program. Interprets scripts and decides how best to obtain the objectives of the program through use of normal and special equipment, lighting effects, digital video effects and sound effects.

NOTE: Minimum Requirements and Specialized Experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. Applicants must provide from (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar - 2017) dates and hours worked per week with description of your specialized experience on the resume.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade and assignment prior to the effective date of placement.

COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 3N0X6

Must possess or be eligible to retrain into AFSC 3N076, Public Affairs

Enlisted 3N076 ASVAB Requirements:
Must possess a minimum score of "72" on the General portion of the ASVAB.
Medical Profile PULHES must not be greater than 222211.
Must be able to lift 60 lbs. unassisted.

DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a valid state's driver's license.

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):

Customer Service
Technical Credibility

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to reflect your abilities more accurately, or you may lose consideration for this position.

If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job-related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills, and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.