Summary
This National Guard position is for a FACILITY PLANS AND PROGRAMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D1128000 and is part of the OH JFHQ DIMR CFMO, Ohio Army National Guard.
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the planning, programming, and real property responsibilities for ARNG facilities engineering and management programs.
This job is open to
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
Open nationwide to members of the Ohio Army National Guard or current military members eligible to become members of the OHARNG.
Duties
As a FACILITY PLANS AND PROGRAMS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, GS-1601-12, you will perform the following duties:
(1) Serves as a principal advisor and action officer to the CFMO on all proposed ARNG construction, maintenance, and facilities management plans within the state. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and coordinating the state's Real Property Master Plan (RPMP), Long Range Construction Plan (LRCP), State and Federal Capital Plans, and Facilities Life Cycle Plan (FLCP).
(2) Serves as a principal advisor and action officer for all ARNG construction, maintenance/ repair, and facilities management programs within the state. Responsible for developing, maintaining, and coordinating the state's MILCON, Unspecified Minor MILCON (UMI), and RPOM program documents. Receives, verifies, and coordinates approval of all ARNG initial requests for construction and maintenance/repair projects. Investigates MILCON, TJMI, and RPOM requirements to determine propriety. Provides guidance and direction on project scope, preparation of project estimates, economic analyses, and programming documents. Approves location and arrangement of facilities, identifies and/or recommends appropriate funding sources, and submits proposed projects to appropriate authority for final approval and funding authorization. Develops and maintains the State's Real Property Development Plan (RPDP). Coordinates environmental studies of proposed plans with state environmental personnel. Coordinates the integration of the Range Development Plan into the Real Property Development Plan with the training function.
(3) Oversees management of all ARNG real property. Responsible for the acquisition, management, and termination of real property interests; maintenance of real property accountability, the Facility Inventory and Stationing Plan (FISP), Army Stationing and Inventory Plan (ASIP), other real property inventories; and the validation of real property quantities. Translates the requirements into procurement specifications. Determines and recommends appropriate methods of acquisition, (i.e., transfer, exchange, agreement, license, lease, permit, purchase, reassignment, etc.). Oversees title searches to obtain evidence or related information (courthouse research) to determine proper ownership of properties, and identifies any unusual circumstances related to that title or ownership. Develops clauses outlining terms and conditions related to contracts, leases, licenses, and other authorizing documents. Negotiates terms and conditions to maintain compliance, satisfies the needs of the users, and maintains cost efficiency. Oversees preparation, validation, and annual submission of the Installation Status Report (ISR).
(4) Oversees development, maintenance and update of ARNG Energy Programs. Identifies possible energy conservation measures and promotes use of the Energy Conservation Programs (ECP), and Energy Conservation Savings Programs (ECSP). Researches energy providers; new energy systems and technology; and state and Federal regulations. Interprets economic impact of energy laws and policies, recommends new technology/equipment, and advises staff of impact. Maintains close liaison with senior ARNG commanders and personnel, state and local government authorities, the Corps of Engineers and NGB.
(5) Executes functions in the absence of the CFMO. Ensures all plans are in compliance with governing Federal, state and local laws; and within ARNG policies, procedures and guidelines.
(6) Coordinates with state Geographic Information Officer (GIO) for the establishment and development of an Enterprise Geographic Information System (EGIS) for the FMO for use in planning and installation management. Serves as the principal advisor to the CFMO for web based information systems and management of these systems within the department to include establishment of an installation GIS and CADD database of record and Electronic Document Management implementation and use.
(7) Administers, plans, coordinates, and directs the activities of subordinate personnel. These individuals may be on various types of employment status such as technician, AGR, or state employees. Performs the full scope of supervisory personnel functions including the assignment of duties; participates in the interview and selection of employees; schedules and approves leave; ensures indoctrination of new employees; provides training; evaluates performance; initiates action to upgrade positions; and resolves disciplinary problems. Established shift schedules and assigns personnel based on workload to ensure adequate coverage of operations.
(8) Performs other duties as assigned.
*The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description (PD#:D1128000). https://acpol2.army.mil/ako/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Ohio Army National Guard Membership is required.
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 trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required within one year of 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 Ohio Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Ohio Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: WO1 through O5.
Other Requirements:
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of equipment maintenance work, or skill in reading engineering drawings and specifications, using test instruments, making computations, and keeping records. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience to at least the next lower grade that provided experience in applying principles, concepts, and methods of equipment, facility, or service operations sufficient in planning assignments. Experience using well established occupational methods and techniques to determine facility, grounds, equipment overhaul, maintenance, restoration, repair needs, etc. Experience in determination of resource needs, allocation of resources, and budgeting/funding needs. Experience in human resources management policy matters affecting the entire organization, with personnel actions affecting key employees to include experience coordinating work forces and resources and negotiating with management or clients concerning problems.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
***If serving under an incentive contract, termination of that incentive(s) will occur effective one day prior to your AGR, Permanent Military Technician, or Indefinite Military Technician start date. Temporary Military Technicians will have their incentive terminated if their tour exceeds 179 days in a continuous 12-month period.***
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).
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.
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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.
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):
- Facilities Operations Management
- Program/Project Management
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume showing current Military grade, current MOS, current unit of assignment, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, and all duties performed.
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.
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.
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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.