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PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (T32)

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (T32), Position Description Number D0619000 and is part of the AL DOM JFHQ, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: AL DOM(S) JFHQ, MONTGOMERY, AL
SELECTING OFFICIAL: COL D. BUTLER

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$74,678 - $97,087 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Promotion potential
11
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent - NON-MERIT
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
AL-13035027-AR-26-236
Control number
880371700

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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(1) Researches a variety of planning problems. Determines the need to develop a specific military support (MS) plan, special report or to conduct a study. Plans, coordinates and develops specific plans and projects from conception to completion. Exercises initiative to obtain and analyze information on problems, projects and plans assigned. Assembles and analyzes data; makes commitments within delegated authority; conducts briefings; and prepares information papers. Submits reports to the National Guard Bureau (NGB), Continental United States Army (CONUSA), military installations, and the Governor on NG involvement and mission requirements. Represents the state at meetings with various federal and state officials. Arranges conducts,, and attends conferences and meetings with other agencies. Services as MS special projects officer.

(2) Develops, analyzes and updates drug enforcement support operations contingency plans. Assesses the mission; determines the scope and impact on NG resources and capabilities. Advises state and federal law enforcement agencies and Department of Defense (DoD) agencies concerning NG resources and capabilities to successfully support drug enforcement, interdiction of illicit drugs, and eradication operations. Coordinates on: the user of aircraft, vehicles, other special items, equipment/material, fuel, subsistence, transportation, maintenance, special equipment, personnel, etc. Coordinates employment of the air crews to identify and report marijuana services on the ramifications of utilizing NG in various employing status (state status, annual training (AT), active duty, inactive duty training (IDT), additional flight training periods (AFTPs), etc.). Researches problems or lessons learned. Incorporates solutions and recommendations by other agencies to the NG.

(3) Develops state reporting procedures regarding Serious Incident Reporting (SIR) Submits initial telephone report to NGB, as required. Oversees the SIR investigation.

(4) Develops, analyzes and updates the state Terrorism Counteraction Plan. Develops, analyzes, and integrates civil and military resources and assets into the comprehensive Joint Civil-Military Terrorism Counteraction Plans. Develops an active preventive program which may include deliberate low visibility, clandestine, and/or various actions to deter or lessen the effectiveness of planned or actual acts of terrorism or aggression. Ensures plans are current and available. Schedules and conducts threat briefings on terrorist or subversive element activities. Analyzes threat assessments. Disseminates threat information and on high risk areas to personnel with a need to know. Apprises and updates as necessary the proper authorities on potential problems. Monitors Threat Condition (THREATCON). Recommends changes to THREATCON. Ensures personnel receive mandatory training. Initiates instructions to ensure counter-terrorism measures are established and implemented. Schedules and conducts inspections.

(5)Analyzes integrated plans for the Adjutant General on the State Defense Force (SDF) to assume state duties of NG following mobilization. Reviews SDF program for effectiveness, sensitivity to state specific missions and needs, and coherent organization. Develops procedures for procuring an issuing of any federal equipment to the SDF.

(6) Functions as an Operations Officer during training simulations. Develops operational procedures to implement contingency and emergency plans. Identifies and coordinates with staff officers on Emergency Operations Center (EOC) requirements for personnel and equipment to effectively accomplish emergency operations. Develops message routing procedures. Coordinates with higher, adjacent, lower HQs, federal, state and local agencies as necessary. Plans shift reports to include cost factors. Identifies specific unit capabilities to support emergency operations. Identifies equipment and special civilian occupational skills needed for the EOC. Develops resources to support emergencies. Coordinates operational control over committed NG forces during training simulations.

(7) May act in behalf of supervisor during short periods of absence.

(8) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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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.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at 800-464-8273 prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: CPT
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MAJ

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 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: 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade 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.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for 2 months of specialized experience.

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

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).

**This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**

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.

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.

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Agency contact information

COL DEWANA BUTLER
Phone
334-271-7259
Email
dewana.a.butler.mil@army.mil
Address
AL DOM JFHQ
1720 Cong W.L. Dickinson Dr
Montgomery, AL 36109
US

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