This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform. The position is located Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX. The purpose of the position is to function as the Unit Deployment Manager, responsible for executing, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of personnel and equipment readiness and deployment planning support .
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Summary
This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform. The position is located Kelly AFB, San Antonio, TX. The purpose of the position is to function as the Unit Deployment Manager, responsible for executing, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of personnel and equipment readiness and deployment planning support .
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As a Unit Deployment Manager with the Texas Army National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:
Deployment Planning and Execution: Plans, organizes, and oversee all unit-level deployment activities. Configures and maintains functional Unit Type Codes using authorized unit resources. Notifies the Installation Deployment Officer and MAJCOM FAM of UTC shortfalls due to manpower or equipment changes. Monitors UTC/UMD alignment and notifies leadership of mismatches. Develops workload mitigation plans to maximize deployable capability. Reviews deployment documents to identify personnel and equipment taskings. Executes deployment operations on behalf of the unit commander and supports base mobility exercises. Coordinates Time Phased Force Deployment Data taskings through the Installation Deployment Readiness Center and submits personnel named. Validates personnel eligibility based on DAV codes, clearances, AFSC, skill levels, and Component Remark Codes. Ensures compliance with UTC Mission Capability Statements and submits shortfalls with documentation as required. Works with unit personnel to tailor packages for contingency and exercise deployments. Uses Logistics Module to track unit status. Schedules deployment/redeployment processing with the Installation Personnel Readiness office and ensures smooth personnel flow. Supports communications during deployment. Maintains deployment equipment readiness. Coordinates movement with IDO and Traffic Management Flight for AFFORGEN taskings. May manage and operate the Unit Deployment Control Center (UDCC)during exercises or contingencies.
Readiness Tracking and Reporting: Performs analysis activities. Establishes metrics and systems to assess deployment efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance. Analyzes combat capability through training, equipment, manning, and leadership evaluations. Reviews data to identify deficiencies and takes corrective action. Manages unit readiness reporting through the Defense Readiness Reporting System . Assists the unit commander with DRRS resource and capability assessments and Unit Type Code assessments in Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments. Verifies the commander's monthly submissions. Takes corrective action on any Authoritative Data Source discrepancies affecting readiness assessments. Postures UMD billets to UTC positions in DCAPES. Recommends and corrects AFFORGEN Employment Force Indicator codes. Supports MAJCOM FAMs in UTC validation and reports unit capability status .Evaluates UTC package composition and recommends changes based on unit capability. Provides readiness trend data and analysis to leadership.
Personnel Deployment Readiness: Ensures unit members and deployable equipment maintain a constant state of readiness. Verifies that personnel meet Air Force, Combatant Command, and theater-specific deployment requirements. Manages unit deployment operations in coordination with the Installation Deployment Readiness Center. Identifies and tracks pre-deployment requirements ,including Component Remark Codes and Foreign Clearance Guide actions. Monitors readiness using the AFFORGEN-Connect Commanders Toolkit and Military Personnel Data System. Maintains electronic Deployment Readiness Checklists and Air Force Deployment Folders. Conducts reviews and ensures checklist accuracy. Trains personnel on e-DRC/e-AFDF use and verify AFFORGEN-Connect account creation. Identifies and tracks pre-deployment training such as RAT, RTA, CBRN, weapons qualifications, and work center-specific certifications . Coordinates DAV waivers and medical readiness. Ensures ISOPREP completion and PRMS entry prior to departure.
UTC Management : Provides technical guidance to leadership on unit deployment capabilities. Advises the commander on tasking response, shortfall mitigation, and application of deployment policies. Interprets Joint, Air Force, and MAJCOM planning guidance and briefs leadership on applicable requirements. Coordinates unit personnel readiness data and reporting inputs. Manages Unit Type Codes in DCAPES using authorized resources. Reviews UTC proposals and recommends changes. Ensures all funded UMD authorizations are accurately postured in standard UTCs and coordinates with the Functional Area Manager as needed. Compare UMD billets to UTC requirements and ensure personnel are assigned to only one UTC. Validates posture annually, including PAS codes, FACs, and AFSCs. Confirms personnel meet Mission Capability Statement requirements, including certifications, recurring training, and Special Experience Identifiers. Coordinates training with the FAM and Unit Training Manager . Manages UTbC equipment inventories and documentation in LOGMOD and establishes procedures to procure necessary equipment and expendables. Notifies LRS/Plans and Integration and the MAJCOM FAM when UTC taskings cannot be supported due to personnel or equipment limitations.
Appointment Factor(s): This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Applicants must be a current member of the Texas National
Guard or be on Active Duty and be eligible and willing for immediate transfer to the Texas Air National Guard.
Areas of Consideration: Nationwide. This includes:
-All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard.
-All current members of the Texas Air National Guard and individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.
All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Army/Air National Guard, and
All current members of the Texas Army/Air National Guard.
Remarks:
Trial period required
The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
-Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Texas Army or Air National Guard Membership is required.
-Direct deposit is mandatory.
This is an indefinite excepted position; acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Indefinite appointments are used when there is a need for a temporary position to extend beyond one year or management expects the position to become permanent at some time in the future. Competitive procedures must be used when filling a position on an indefinite basis.
Military Requirements:
For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.
Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.
Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: 8U000( Trainee Accepted)
Rank Spread: Promotable TSgt(E-6)not to exceed MSgt (E-7)
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
1 year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level(GS-07) Applicants must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management. Experience developing administrative procedures
or
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related
or
Combination of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements.
If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts to support your educational claims.
Education
Only experience/education gained by closing date of this position will be considered. If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts to support your educational claims.
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
To determine applicability, see completion of graduate level education in the minimum qualifications requirements above.
In addition, 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.
Additional information
Trial Period:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1- 2 trial year period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Other Requirements:
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
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.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's..
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume should include the following for related positions held:
Work schedule (ex. Full-time, part-time, intermittent)
Hours worked per week
To and From dates (ex. MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY)
Duties performed
2. If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts to support your educational claims.
3. Other supporting documents:Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Disability Letter (VA), OF-306, Other (1), Resume, SF-15, SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, and Transcript
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13063065
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
TX 149th Fighter Wing
107 Hensley St
San Antonio, TX 78236
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume should include the following for related positions held:
Work schedule (ex. Full-time, part-time, intermittent)
Hours worked per week
To and From dates (ex. MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY)
Duties performed
2. If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts to support your educational claims.
3. Other supporting documents:Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Disability Letter (VA), OF-306, Other (1), Resume, SF-15, SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, and Transcript
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13063065
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
TX 149th Fighter Wing
107 Hensley St
San Antonio, TX 78236
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
