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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER (Title 32), Position Description Number D1833000 and is part of the OK 137th Special Operations Wing, National Guard.
Learn more about this agency05/18/2021 to 06/16/2021
$77,488 - $100,739 per year
GS 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
12
Yes
No
OK-11121303-AF-21-124
601887900
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Open to current members of the 137th SOW, OKANG in the grades of O1 through O4 with and AFSC of 19Z2B and those willing and eligible to join in the appropriate grade and AFSC. Applicants who are not current members must submit digital copies of official military documents showing they have held one of the listed grades and AFSC. Failure will eliminate the application from further consideration.
This position is located at an ANG Aviation Wing, Air Support Operations Group (ASOG) Air Support
Operations Squadron (ASOS) and Tactical Air Control Party (TACP). The primary purpose of this position is to
perform duties as a supervisor and Air Liaison Officer (ALO) Instructor/Evaluator, on diverse and complex
operations, including the integration and coordination of Air and Space power across the spectrum of
command, from the ground maneuver unit to the theater level. Operations require in-depth analysis of plans
and programs to determine and develop courses of action for assigned personnel.
Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the assigned technicians, ensuring that the advice and
assistance provided complies with legal and regulatory requirements. Develops goals and objectives that
integrate unit and overall unit program objectives. Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies applicable
Joint Publications and Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTP) to establish guidelines, policies and
objectives. Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of the unit's mission. Plans and schedules
work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates, plans, and schedules with
other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and
takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts
short-term priorities, and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization
priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training,
and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and
provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of technical and administrative issues. Structures
assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with information technology and
intelligence units and aircrews as appropriate. Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning.
Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime,
equipment, supplies, and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to
supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes analysis systems
to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by
subordinates. Performs self-inspection and presents a detailed and comprehensive report with any corrective
action taken to supervisor. Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses
and revises policies and procedures as needed to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees
regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Selects or recommends selection of
candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications,
mission requirements, and EEO and diversity objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance
standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and
weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises
subordinate workers' performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends
awards when appropriate and approves within grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and
refers serious unresolved complaints to higher-level management. Initiates action to correct performance or
conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends
action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies
employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain
and improve job performance. Encourages self-development. Approves master leave schedule assuring
adequate coverage for peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time. Demonstrates sensitivity to
ideas of subordinates. Promotes an environment in which employees are empowered to participate in and
contribute to effective mission accomplishment. Discharges security responsibilities by ensuring education
and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material.
Recognizes and takes action to correct situations posing a threat to the health or safety of subordinates.
Applies EEO principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all
/personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.
(Continued on PD)
Military Grades: O1 - O4
Compatible Military Assignments: 19Z2B
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: All series personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for that level. Experiences gained through military technical training schools (restricted to one of the identified/allowed compatible military skills) are included in the one year on-the-job experience. An applicant must have a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least 36 months; to qualify for appointment to the ANG, GS-0391-12, Telecommunications Manager position located at an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Air Support Operations Group (ASOG) Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) and Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), an ANG applicant must qualify for award of the position's compatible elements and there must be a vacant manpower authorized position requirement to satisfy the position's military aspects: Service, Unit of Assignment, Rank, and Military Skill Set. The applicant must meet the position's specialized experiences and competencies in diverse and complex operations, including the integration and coordination of Air and Space power across the spectrum of command, from the ground maneuver unit to the theater level. The applicant must have specialized experiences in air support operations and tactical air control plans and programs that impacted courses of action for assigned personnel. The applicant requires competencies as a certified Range Control Officer/Range Safety Officer. Experiences included developing goals and objectives that integrated unit and overall unit program objectives. Skilled in performing research, interpretations, analyzations, and capable of applying applicable Joint Publications and Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTP) in order to establish guidelines, policies and objectives. Skilled in planning, organizing, directing, and mentoring assigned personnel. Skilled in providing legal and regulatory requirements while meeting or exceeding the customers' needs. Skilled in developing goals and objectives that integrate the overall Airborne Mission Systems telecommunication and unit programs. Experienced in establishing policies and procedures for accomplishment of the unit's Airborne Missions System programs and functions. Experiences included prioritizing tasks and implementing priority changes in the work requirements and skills needed by subordinates to effectively balance workloads. Experienced in conducting operations, task functions, and managing manpower funds and resources. Skilled in identifying requirements and initiating requests for additional resources, along with equipment, supplies, and space to ensure unit personnel are successful in meeting goals and objectives. Must have career broadening training and experiences in leading, planning and scheduling work; and, is competent in maintaining a smooth flow and even distribution of work that ensured the full utilization of personnel. An applicant must have leadership experiences that included guiding employees through telecommunication program tasks. Skilled in counseling and providing positive reinforcement of safety and professional conduct. Experienced in conducting employee performance evaluations; mentoring employees or colleagues; managing resources and budgets; and directing assigned work, or leading the employees on program tasks, inspections, exercises, deployments, and/or mobilizations. Experienced in effectively and efficiently planning and scheduling work. Experienced in structuring assignments to create viable procedures that resulted in measured and improved task processes. Experienced in creating and implementing improvements in mission programs and strategies, executing training applications and career development that resulted in the employees' increased performance values in quality work, timeliness considerations, and work efficiencies. Experienced in working with the equal employment and affirmative action guidelines.
An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is mandatory for all ANG officer positions.
You must provide official 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.
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).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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):
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and DETAILED NARRATIVE of duties performed. Please feel free to contact CPT Schmid @ ashley.schmid.mil@mail.mil or 405-228-5590 to ensure your resume is in the correct format, before the announcement closes.
2. Other supporting documents:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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/11121303
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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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.
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