Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens. Area 1: Open to on-board permanent employees of the MIARNG or MING (Tenure I or II status). Area 2: Open to current members of the Michigan National Guard. Area 3: Open to applicants willing and eligible to join the Michigan National Guard (contact a recruiter).

***THIS IS A TITLE 32 NATIONAL GUARD POISITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP***

This position is located in an Air National Guard (ANG) Base, Component Numbered Air Force (cNAF), Air Operations Group (AOG). The incumbent of this position has the dual responsibility of serving as Vice Commander of an Air Operations Group (AOG). The unit has a federal and a state mission. The federal mission is to provide trained and qualified Air Operations Center (AOC) Command and Control (C2) warriors to augment MAJCOM deployable AOCs worldwide at the operational level of war. The state mission is to provide support to civil authorities, as directed by the Governor, for disaster relief, public safety, search, and rescue, and civil defense.

The incumbent of the position requires professional knowledge of air campaign strategy, combat plans, and combat operations. The incumbent must be trained and ready to function in a senior level position in a coalition AOC reporting to the Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC) at the 3-star level. Accordingly, the incumbent must direct unit preparations for unit members to function at the operational level of war in an AOC. This responsibility mandates a working knowledge of all Air Force Weapon Systems and their capabilities, as well as a clear understanding of the systems and capabilities of sister services, NATO nations, and other coalition partners. This professional knowledge is required to sustain the development and execution of a daily Air Tasking Order for a minimum of 30 days at 500 missions per day.

The incumbent must be knowledgeable in civil and military matters pertaining to state military organization and force structure, training, readiness and mobilization; multi-service contingency planning and execution; and joint civilian/federal/military operations. Due to the unique mission of the c-NAF, this PD cannot be used in any other organization.

1. The incumbent provides direction and leadership to all unit members, including full-time air technicians and AGRs as well as traditional Guardsmen. Ensures combat readiness of all personnel to provide augmentation to the Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC) at the Air & Space Operations Centers located in every Combatant Command area of responsibility (AOR) throughout the world. These highly specialized positions must be specifically trained and positional certified to provide immediate response to Combatant Commander (COCOM) theater CINC tasking as integral members of USAF's Unit Type Code (UTC).

2. The incumbent partners with the Wing Commander of the host wing in a host/tenant relationship. As a member of the Wing Staff, makes presentations at Wing meetings, sits on selection panels with the Wing Commander, and is an active member of the Wing's Financial Management Board, Facility Utilization Board, Manpower Committee, Safety Council, and Requirements Council.

3. Exercises direct responsibility for the readiness and implementation of a complex Air Force weapon system, the Air and Space Operations Center which functions at the operational level of war and war readiness. Responsible to MAJCOM for maintaining a C-1 readiness status in the Air Operations Group, having a direct bearing on MAJCOM Air and Space Operations Center combat readiness status. Reports directly to the JFACC during exercises and contingency operations.

4. Responsible for the development of current and long range organizational plans that support the vision and goals of the unit and ensure that funds, equipment, manpower, and facilities are properly resourced and utilized to meet the mission. These plans include a unit Strategic Plan, Recruiting Plan, Baseline Financial Plan (FINPLAN), Conversion FINPLAN, deployment plan, UTA Training Plan, Long Range Training Plan, Exercise Plan, Conversion Plan, Facility Plan, Unit Performance Plan, Leadership Plan, Family Readiness Plan, Human Resources Development Plan, Environmental Plan, SEMA Plan, and Guard Help Plan.

5. Incumbent is responsible to assume a leadership role in national level exercises that are indorsed by Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) and sponsored by NGB that meet the criteria for joint interoperability training. Provides planning and direction to these exercises.

The above duty description doesn't contain all details of the official position description.

Conditions of employment

• AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Michigan Air 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 Michigan Air 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 Michigan Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Michigan Air 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• Must have a valid civilian driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• his position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Military Grades: O5 - O6

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education, or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional, or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Applicants specialized experience includes analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions.

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.

Resume MUST include the following:

• Job Title
• Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
• Employer's name and address
• Supervisor's name and contact information
• Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held

• Area 1: Current Federal Technicians of the Michigan National Guard
• Area 2: Current military member of the Michigan National Guard.
• Area 3: Open to all applicants who are willing and eligible to join Michigan National Guard.