BASE SERVICES MANAGER Job in Otis ANG Base, MA

Vacancy No. MA-12457514-AF-24-102-029 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $81,963.00 to $106,549.00 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/31/2024 Close Date 11/30/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Otis ANG Base, MA


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a BASE SERVICES MANAGER, Position Description Number PDD2042000 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SMSgt Maria Escobar at 508-968-4177

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard. National Guard Membership IS required for this announcement.

Duties

(1) Ensures Services combat readiness is achieved through the analysis, supervision, development, and implementation of Base Services programs, missions, functions, activities, and events. Performs evaluation of unit manning document (UMD) and flight force structure to ensure personnel resources are identified, recruited, filled, retained, and employed. Analyzes designed operational capability (DOC) statements, status of skill-level and ancillary training for assigned personnel and availability and condition of required equipment. Provides recommendations to senior staff for submission and up channeling of readiness reports. Develops, accomplishes, and submits critical program reviews and status reports via chain-of-command and readiness reporting systems in accordance with National Guard Bureau (NGB) and Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) combat requirements. Researches, verifies, and implements MAJCOM initiatives to maintain consistency with Total Force requirements. Develops, publishes, and/or supervises accomplishment of tactical/strategic training plans and operating instructions to optimize readiness posture in changing combat environment.

(2) Serves as the primary point-of-contact for wing Services matters. Provides technical guidance and recommendations regarding program operations and effectiveness to squadron commander on a daily basis. Compiles, evaluates, and briefs readiness, training, and operations tempo information to include limiting factors. Accomplishes constructive and documented review of program deficiencies, coordinates or directs appropriate corrective actions and provides progress reports via the chain-of-command.

(3) Manages the base Subsistence and Food Services Programs. Plans requirements for unit training assemblies, annual training exercises, deployments, and humanitarian support missions. Orders, receives, inspects, and stores subsistence items. Reviews and approves subsistence requisitions, ensures accomplishment of required documentation, and compliance with USAF/ANG standards. Accomplishes walk-through inspection of food operations to include equipment operability, facility cleanliness, menu accuracy, plus fire, safety, and sanitation compliance.

(4) Prepares, manages, and maintains a comprehensive annual budget and related contracts for Services training, equipment, and supplies, as well as official travel within the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Military Personnel (MILPERS) appropriations. This includes specific program ownership, administration, and oversight of wing Subsistence and Contract Quarters funds. Manages Services unit supply program to ensure required stock or consumables are available. Reviews Table of Allowances (TAs) for required equipment and monitors Custodian Authorization-Custody Receipt Listing (CA/CRL) for accuracy and accountability. Identifies unfunded requirements to squadron commander. Coordinates purchase requests, statements of work, and bid solicitations with Contracting Office and maintains related program documentation, continuity binder, and operating instructions.

(5) Manages the base Lodging Program. Develops, publishes, and briefs lodging policies, guidelines, and requirements for wing and GSUs. Manages Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) with host base lodging and contract hotels for UTA/AT attendance, hosted conferences, and other unit-sponsored events.

(6) Reviews higher headquarters plans and taskings, determines impact on Services activities, and prepares related summaries for higher-level reviews. Coordinates acceptance (or reclama) of taskings with chain-of-command and higher headquarters. Manages and requests theater clearances, Military Personnel Appropriation (MPA) manday's, and special orders for activated and deployed personnel. Documents and provides lessons-learned documentation.

(7) Maintains the on-line Prime Readiness in Base Services (RIBS) Manager's guide to document program continuity. Formulates, drafts, publishes, updates, and employs plans, policies, and operating instructions for Prime RIBS administration to improve or sustain operational efficiency. Provides guidance and defines requirements for RIBS combat support during contingency operations and conventional regional conflicts in accordance with the War Mobilization Plan (WMP). Establishes and maintains the Prime RIBS Team Management Book and ensures recall plans, status reports, training schedules, deployment kits, etc. are relevant, complete, accurate, and up-to-date.

Performs other duties as assigned.

The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. For more details, please contact the POC listed above.


Requirements

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.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • 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.
  • Favorable background check is required.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
ENL: MSgt to SMSgt

All AGR applicants please refer to Bulletin 102-25-04
You can apply online at: https://www.massnationalguard.org/index.php/careers/available-positions.html

Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC: 3F1X1
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC, Training opportunity.*

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard. National Guard Membership IS required for this announcement.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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 National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have 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:
Must have at least 1 year of 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.

OR

Education - Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. (Education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.)

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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).

MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.

For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program incentive, the following termination rule applies:

Incentive Termination without Recoupment:
If you accept an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) position or a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent or Indefinite position after 25 February 2010 where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment.

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019
The Fair Chance Act regulations require notification to applicants on the prohibition of collecting criminal history information prior to issuance of a conditional job offer, and the complaint intake process. In accordance with 5 CFR 920.201(c), requesting criminal history record information, in oral or written form, regarding an applicant before a conditional offer of employment has been extended is prohibited. To file a complaint please click this link and scroll to the bottom of the page for more information.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Required Documents

Resume must be submitted with the following information:

  • Your name and contact information.
  • Work Experience section of your resume must include:
    • Name of the organization you worked at.
    • Job title you held at the organization.
    • Start and end dates for the position (dates must have month and year).
    • Bulleted statements regarding duties you performed in the position. Be clear and concise in stating your duties, we will not make any assumptions regarding your experience. Your bulleted statements should reflect that you have the required specialized experience described in this announcement.
    • If your position was in the civil service, include the grade and series for the position.
    • If applicable, include TRADITIONAL GUARDSMEN experience. Enter your AFSC, bulleted statements of duties, and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
  • Education and certificates if applicable. Include name of school, degree, or certificate, start and end dates.
  • Part-Time, unpaid, volunteer work if applicable. Include duties and responsibilities and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
Unofficial Transcripts, if used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

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/12457514

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/.

Agency contact information

MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
Address
MA ANG 102nd IW
170 Granville Street
Otis ANGB, MA 02542-1330
US
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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.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.