Clarification from the agency

The area of consideration for this position is CAT 1 (Areas 1-3) (NCARNG). Applications will only be accepted from current military members of the North Carolina Army National Guard.

As a PROGRAM ANALYST (TITLE 32), GS-0343-11, you will be responsible for acceptance and certification of communications-electronics (C-E) systems and implementation of quality and reliability plans for assigned C-E systems; develop sampling plans and procedures for monitoring product certification decisions; independently evaluate the effectiveness of substantive unit programs and processes in meeting their established goals and objectives; analyze evaluation results on both a quantitative and qualitative basis to provide concise and objective information to identify mission strengths and weaknesses; develop recommendations to correct deficiencies or suggest program or process improvements for the organization; plan and design procedures to improve product and service quality; evaluate mission effectiveness; develop and administer a system of internal audits, evaluations, and checklists designed to ensure conformance with group and squadron mission; utilize comprehensive knowledge of implemented programs and their interrelationships to apply statistical analysis techniques to measure progress, efficiency, and trends impacting the effectiveness of the organization to meet the organizational goals and objectives; interpret a variety of technical requirements making independent judgments to determine organizational compliance with applicable regulations, procedures and practices; advise employees, supervisors, and managers on the evaluation of basic program policies, regulatory requirements, and procedures; provide the commander and supervisors with factual, objective assessments of a section's ability to perform the mission and develops recommendations for needed improvements; develop process, management, administrative, and technical evaluation plans for implementation by managers; recommend internal reporting and status tracking procedures to ensure adequate control in terms of deadlines, progress reports, and follow-up reports; conduct studies to ensure ground industrial safety, fire prevention and security standards are being followed; make recommendations, reviews responses and ensures that corrective actions are performed; responsible for development of training programs for assigned drill status personnel; perform 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.
• You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

Military Grades: Enlisted (TSgt/E6 - MSgt/E7)

Minimum Requirements: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes and principles of management. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months experience which provided a detailed knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures and techniques. Experience analyzing and interpreting policies and the procedures of higher headquarters/management as to applicability to current policies. Experience presenting and discussing complex matters in a clear and convincing manner. Experience in communicating with people from various backgrounds and circumstances.

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):

--Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of implemented logistics programs and their interrelationships.

--Comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying statistical analysis and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature. Using statistical trend analysis and evaluative methods and techniques ensuring that all cost center analysis are effective and efficient.

--Knowledge of administrative logistics and physical security regulations and operating procedures and possesses skills in applying fact-finding and investigative techniques to gather clear-cut factual evidence of compliance with logistics and physical security regulations, directives and local standing operating procedures (SOP).

--Specialized knowledge of logistics and supply operations in order to validate status of on hand property and equipment regarding excess property postures, turn-in procedures, equipment/supply receipt procedures, processing statement of charges, posting adjustments to property records, accountability procedures, and review of durable/expendable document registers.

--Knowledge and skill of analytical techniques performed through interviews with supervisors, employees, and organizational workforce, including commanders and supply personnel to establish recommended solutions or follow-on actions.

--In-depth knowledge in conducting interviews and evaluations, analyzing findings and developing recommendations for corrections or improvements in the evaluated program. Providing evaluation criteria for studies and evaluations ensuring there are standards to measure effectiveness of individuals and programs.

--Thorough knowledge of organization mission, logistics capabilities and requirements, to effectively communicate scope of the review, including regulatory standard, discrepancies and recommend corrective actions during entrance, and exit briefings to applicable unit/activity, staff, and directorate personnel.

--Expert knowledge of administrative regulations and operating procedures to identify, analyze, and provide recommendations for improving management, administrative, operations and maintenance methods and procedures. Interpreting technical requirements allows the incumbent to make independent judgments and provide recommended changes to improve efficiencies.

--Knowledge of Department of the Army (DA), Army National Guard (ARNG), policies, procedures, regulations and precedents; enabling the incumbent to correlate and implement change to program goals and objectives directly associated with accountability requirements and goals of the USPFO and Chief, NGB.