Summary
This National Guard position is for a DIRECTOR OF STAFF - AIR (Title 32), Position Description Number D2414000 and is part of the Wisconsin Air National Guard Headquarters.
*This vacancy is also advertised as AGR Job Announcement Number 26-099*
This job is open to
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
Current military members assigned to the Wisconsin Air National Guard
Duties
As a DIRECTOR OF STAFF - AIR (Title 32), GS-0301-14, you will serve as the principal advisor to the Adjutant General and/or Assistant Adjutant General for Air on a broad range of matters concerning the United States Air Force and Air National Guard. Executes delegated command authority granted by the State AG. Represents the Air National Guard for all Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) and Joint Operations. Broad program responsibilities also includes special Air National Guard programs or initiatives such as State Partnership Programs, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program, Suicide
Prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity, Family Readiness, and Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). Oversees the development, execution, and evaluation of programs and policies pertaining to the command, control, operation and management of Air National Guard in the State.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serves as the principal full-time representative and spokesperson of the Air National Guard (ANG)senior leadership on the Adjutant General's Joint Army/Air National Guard state headquarters staff. Also serves as the senior ANG manager of the statewide programs conducted under the direction of The Adjutant General (TAG) and for the National Guard Bureau (NGB). Develops and institutes force development and force management plans and programs which ensure units meet future federal and state readiness requirements. Executes delegated authorities granted by the State Adjutant General. Acts in the absence of or for TAG or Deputy/Assistant Adjutant General for Air in all ANG matters.
2. Advises on a wide-range of complex and sensitive issues in matters such as logistics, Command, Control Communications, and Computers (C4), manpower and personnel, strength management, budget planning and oversight, and other support functions related to mission operations ensuring they meet established guidelines, directives and laws. Monitors the effectiveness of programs through review or analysis. Develops and recommends policy that is consistent with the guidance of the Adjutant General. .
3. Functions as the State executive for formulating near-term goals and long-range strategic plans. Applies thorough and extensive knowledge of USAF/ANG organizational structures, missions, and objectives in the management of ANG missions/programs. Reviews and interprets existing strategic documents at the DOD, Air Force, NGB, ANG, and MAJCOM levels. Responsibilities include team approaches to planning and integrating a wide range of resources and people from varied weapon systems and disciplines within the ANG.
4. Serves as the ANG coordinator for the State Partnership Program and maintains liaison with military officials and representatives of the respective partnership nations. Initiates contacts and maintains liaison with public officials, civic groups, other reserve component activities, unit advisors and staff representatives.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: Promotable O5 through O6
Conditions of Employment
- National Guard Membership is required.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- This position requires a SECRET security clearance; the incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance designated at the State through the use of the Position Designation Tool.
- This 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.
- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
- May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
Qualifications
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: To qualify for the GS-0301-14 position, you must have at least 36 months of 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
Substitution of Education for the Specialized Experience -
Successful 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 two months of specialized experience.
*You must submit your proof of course/school completion in order to substitute education for specialized 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).
The following supporting documentation is optional to submit with your application:
1. Record Review RIP (NOT point credit summary or Career Data Brief) complete and current. This is used to verify AFSCs, aptitude scores, position status, time in service, time in grade, etc. This can be pulled from vMPF.
2. Current Fitness Report. Current (within 12 months) Fitness report from myFitness in pdf format.
3. AF Form 422 Current (within 12 months), Physical Profile Serial Report. If any PULHES are a "3", a statement indicating that individual is Worldwide Deployable needs to be submitted.
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.
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.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE:
- Paid Time Off (Annual and Sick Leave)
- Paid Training Opportunities
- Paid Time Off for Military Duties
- Flexible Work Scheduling
- Fitness/Work Out Time (3hrs/week)
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays Off
- Promotion and Advancement Opportunities
- Work/Life Balance
- Federal Pension after 5 Years
- TSP Savings Plan (similar to 401K)
- Meaningful Work that directly affects the Wisconsin National Guard
- Challenging and Rewarding Career
- Professional Development and Mentorship Opportunities
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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.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Your resume showing places of employment, titles of positions held (include series and grade, if federal employment), dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
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/.
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.