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MILITARY AND FAMILY READINESS MANAGER

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
FAMILY PROGRAMS (J9)

Summary

This position reports directly to Joint Chief of Staff, responsible for providing Directorate level efficiencies, oversight, leadership and direction in the support of the Family Support Services initiatives, programs and initiatives. This National Guard position is for a MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS MANAGER, Position Description Number NGT5701100.

The position is responsible for providing supervision over volunteers, civil service employees, and Active Guard Reserve (AGR) personnel.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
12/09/2025 to 12/24/2025
Salary
$97,653 to - $126,955 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Bordentown, NJ
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
NJ-12816138-AR-25-139
Control number
851945100

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Clarification from the agency

This is a Title 5 position which does not require membership in the NJ National Guard.

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Duties

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As aMILITARY AND FAMILY READINESS MANAGER ,GS -0301-12, you will:

  • Serve as TAG advisor on National Guard Family Programs throughout the state.
  • Establish performance indicators and measure these against program goals and objectives.
  • Develop guidance regarding the performance of the family program function throughout geographically separated units.
  • Assess the productivity, effectiveness and efficiency of program operations.
  • Serve as the direct advisor to the TAG on family readiness, quality of life and other Family Program matters and as the policy advisor in the development and implementation of work/life services and activities.
  • Provide advice on National and State, military and family member's well-being programs and initiatives.
  • Determine performance expectations for all subordinates, federal, and volunteers; recommend/approve the selection, recognition, award and or removal of volunteers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Areas of Consideration: V
All permanent, onboard, Title 5 employees within JFHQ, Joint Staff - J9



Additional Employment Requirements:

  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
  • Must possess Active, Confidential Security Clearance
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

Qualifications


Work involves supervising or performing work requiring knowledge of:

(a) the basic processes of administration,
(b) the principles and standard practices of management, and
(c) the techniques of organization, direction, coordination, and control.





GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration.
Experience using computer and automation systems.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least 36 months 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.

Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Education

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university.

Additional information

Bonuses
Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

Telework
The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour


IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

Security Clearance
Not Required.

Areas of Consideration: V
All permanent, onboard, Title 5 employees within JFHQ, Joint Staff - J9



Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet.

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.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

The agency's Human Resources Office may request additional documentation to support any military requirements or pre-requisites.

Customer Service, Decision Making, Interpersonal Skills, and Planning and Evaluating

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