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Title 32 CAT 1- All on board Federal Employees/Technicians within the ALANG (T32 and T5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite) CAT 2- Current Air DSG and Temporary Technicians within ALANG CAT 3- Applicants willing to become NG T32 DS Technicians and gain ALANG membership, all current federal employees, all U.S. Citizens

1. Participates in DOD/DA/State inspections, inquiries, and investigations to perform review, analysis, evaluation, staffing and coordination. During on-site visit, conducts interviews and data gathering assignments in the administrative and management areas. Analyzes assigned area to identify procedural deficiencies and compliance with regulatory procedures. Explains Army systems, procedures and processes as they relate to problem areas to improve operations and accomplish command objectives. (30%)

2. Conducts investigations of allegations made and problems or deficiencies identified during the course of inspecting JFHQ (State) or unit operations relating to areas assigned. Processes complaints and requests for assistance emanating from personnel within the State and investigates or inquires to substantiate alleged or suspected instances of non-compliance of individuals or organization with laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, or other mandatory regulatory requirements. Deals directly with the commanders and upper level leadership in the resolution of problems and complaints. Maintains, controls, and follows-up on each case until resolved and closed. Prepares reports analyzes trends for the IG and JFHQ (St) leadership. Serves as an instructor/facilitator in explaining Army or Air systems, procedures, and processes as they relate to problem areas in inspected functions and activities. (30%)

3. Develops/interprets policies and published guidance throughout the JFHQ (St) and to the IG. Evaluates and processes inspection/investigation deficiencies. Determines responsiveness of organizational replies and adequacy of response/corrective actions taken on reported deficiencies resulting from reports of general, procurements and technical inspections/inquires/investigation. Participates in developing course of action to assist all levels of management across functional lines throughout the State and higher headquarters for resolution of controversial issues/problems. Manages a follow-up program for reported deficiencies through contacts within DOD/DA /State/IG offices/Internal Review/AAA/ inspected agencies, commands and activities. Performs long range planning and analysis, systematically researches, collects, organizes, and analyzes pertinent data to determine and identify major systemic issues. Examines and analyzes data and narrative information. Portrays results in terms of functionally related issues and performs problem and trend analysis to provide an assessment to The Adjutant General, leadership and staff. (25%)

4. Prepares and reviews periodic and recurring IG reports and analyses of deficiency trends for the JFHQ (St) presents these trends to the IG and or JFHQ (St) leadership. Assists MTOE, TDA or UMD Commanders by providing timely information and guidance and working proactively to correct systemic problems which impact mission support, Soldiers or Airmen and command readiness. Conducts special and follow-up inspections, inquiries, and investigations as directed by the IG. Manages the IGNET data base for case entry, performing IG Quick Look inquiries and special inspections in areas of concern. Reviews pre-deployment individual and unit checklists to insure regulatory compliance. Develops and updates internal office protocol and guidelines. Manages internal office budget. (15%)

5. 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.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Must successfully graduate from the U.S. Army Inspector General School and maintain certification in accordance with this regulation, and practice IG attributes as mandatory requirements for continued employment as an Army IG.
• Any serious criminal activity, to include drug use, will result in the immediate removal of an employee from IG duty and loss of access to IGARS and IGNET.
• Employee must have no record of criminal punishment except for minor offenses or derogatory information contained in IG records as screened by the USAIGA and SAF-IG.
• Employee must have moral attributes and personal traits that demonstrate adherence to Army and Air Force Values, and the Army Civilian Corps Creed.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position.

MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: LT COL

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; knowledge of applicable laws, directives, regulations, policies, and procedures; skill in interpersonal communications, empathy, and effective listening; ability to organize thoughts, research materials, and manage case projects; skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws; ability to enunciate without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communications; ability to write reports and presentation formats; and ability to communicate -orally and in writing- clearly and effectively.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Use the National Guard position description to determine specialized experience, education, or training required for the work in the position in this series.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
-- Comprehensive knowledge of established management principles and operating procedures plus skill in applying fact-finding and investigative techniques to gather clear-cut factual evidence of waste and abuse, or compliance with regulations.

-- Comprehensive knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues/inspections or investigations/inquiries concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations (discipline, efficiency, morale, economy, training and readiness) carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions (i.e., internal activities or functions such as supply, budget, procurement, or personnel which serve to facilitate line or program operations).

-- Comprehensive knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources (people, money, or equipment) in the area studied.

-- Comprehensive knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes, and administrative operations of the activity.

-- Comprehensive knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of administrative and technical programs, along with knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes of programs throughout a military command, complex multi-mission JFHQ (St), or equivalent, and the relationships of administrative support activities (e.g., data processing accounting, budget) to such missions.

-- Comprehensive knowledge in conducting inspections, inquires, investigations, analyzing findings, and making recommendations on substantive operating programs; (e.g., weapons testing or commodity management).

-- Comprehensive knowledge and skill in preparing project papers and staffs reports, organizing and delivering briefings to managers for understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.

-- Comprehensive knowledge of managing an internal office budget.

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.