INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT) Job in Kirtland AFB, NM

Vacancy No. NM-13087007-AF-T32-026-026 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $90,479.00 to $117,625.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/8/2026 Close Date 11/2/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Kirtland AFB, NM


INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT)

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
NEW MEXICO AIR NATIONAL GUARD
NATIONWIDE. All members of the New Mexico Air National Guard or current Active Duty/Reserve military members eligible and wiling to become members of the New Mexico Air National Guard

This National Guard position is for a INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT), Position Description Number D2897000 and is part of the NM 150th Special Operations Wing, National Guard.

Duties

This position is located in an Air National Guard (ANG) Wing Inspector General (IG) Office. The Inspector General (G) Superintendent oversees various complex IG activities, develops policy, and advises the Wing IG on effectively implementing The Inspection System.

  • Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System, CCIP, Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP), Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program. Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness, economy, efficiency, and state of discipline for the Wing; and provides timely, credible, and impartial information to program managers, policymakers, and leaders at all levels. Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs in accordance with Wing Commander's intent, Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ), multiple Gaining Major Commands (G-MAJCOMS), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Department of the Air Force (DAF), and Department of Defense (DoD) directives.
  • Responsible for planning and executing the various complex programs supporting of the Wing CCIP. Organizes and conducts independent evaluations of high-risk mission areas to identify issues interfering with readiness, economy, efficiency, discipline, effectiveness, compliance, performance, and surety. Utilizes a systematic approach to analyze enterprise-wide inspection data including G- MAJCOM(s) continual evaluations, Higher Headquarter (HHQ) Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs), Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA), Wing Climate surveys, and Defense Readiness Report System (DRRS), etc., to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS) which is designed to identify potential blind spots to aid commanders' decisions to allocate resources. Autonomously conducts reoccurring focus groups across the Wing to fact-find and inform RBSS which may detect Wing IG level complaints.
  • Oversees the management of Wing instruction and develops goals using detailed analysis of the Wing USAP and IG systems of record, to include IGE-MS, IGE-MS-C and MICT. Ensures the Wing USAP is developed and continually refined to inform the CCIP of the Wing's overall health. Collaborates with personnel at all levels within the Wing to foster an environment of critical self- assessment and corrective action planning. Ensures adequate guidance and training is developed and provided to Commanders, Unit Self-Assessment Program Managers (USAPMs), MICT Administrators, and IGEMS users across the Wing who are executing the self-assessment portion of the CCIP. Supports Commanders at all levels as they build and preserve robust IJSAPs designed to fulfill their congressional requirements and DAF regulations to inspect those under their command.
  • Serves as an independent IG in overall operation, administration, and management of the CRP, IG Investigations, FWA, and Whistleblower Reprisal program. Assists the Wing IG in the development, review, and implementation of local guidance; supplements to G-MAJCOM(s) policies and procedures to achieve prompt and proper resolution of investigations and inquiries under the IG CRP. Advises the Wing IG and Wing Commander on all activities related to CRP and FWA, especially matters that are unprecedented, controversial, highly visible, or of significant importance to the Commander or public. Acts as the Commander's eyes and ears to be alert for and keep senior leadership informed of the Wing climate and matters that are indicative of systemic, morale, or other problems that may impede efficiency and mission effectiveness. Hears, analyzes, and investigates a variety of IG complaints, grievances, inquiries, and/or suggestions at any time from military members (retired and active), civilians, dependents, or the general public.
  • Coordinates with the Wing Commander and Wing IG to identify and apportion appropriate manpower to administer effective CCIP and CRPs as IG duty is a position of high public trust and personnel selected must be functional experts with a breadth of experience. Serves as a SME on IG force development and roles and responsibilities as outlined in DAF, G-MAJCOM(s) and Career Field Manager's guidance. Advocates for IG personnel and WIT members with a substantial breadth of experience, exceptional maturity and demonstrated sound judgement, attributes of the highest professional standards and moral character, as well as possess security clearance commensurate with duties required, holds no record of civil conviction or conviction by court-marital, non-judicial punishment, or Unfavorable Information File (UIF), in order to provide credibility for those Airmen, family members, and civilians who seek IG assistance. Develops and administers local IG and WIT training covering a wide range of critical skills.

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Must obtain and maintain a secret clearance. Work may require access to higher classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • 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.
  • Employee will be required to wear and use personal protective equipment as required and provided by the employer.
  • IAW AF guidance, incumbent must complete the wing Inspector General Training Course Inspections (IGTC-I) within 180 days of appointment.
  • Must complete Inspector General Training Course Complaints Resolution (IGTC-Q) within 180 days of appointment; and IG appointees for nuclear-capable units will complete the USAF Nuclear Inspector Course within 180 days of assignment.

Qualifications

Military Grades: Enlisted (E-7 and E-8)

Compatible Military Assignments: Open to all AFSC's to apply, but must meet the requirements to obtain AFSC 8I000

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in in applying, a wide range of complex inspection, investigation, and/or compliance principles, concepts, and practices; administrative and legal procedures; and statistical and financial analyses. Must possess knowledge of the laws, regulations, Executive Orders, court decisions, and issues related to the IG complaints process, which include Fraud, Waste, and Abuse disclosures, the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act. Knowledge of a variety of well- precedential assignments, which are moderately difficult, complex, or sensitive.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing:

  • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
  • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
  • Education, certifications or licensures.

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/13087007

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

Jonelle Suina
Phone
505-407-3610
Email
jonelle.l.suina.civ@army.mil
Address
NM 150th Special Operations Wing
Kirtland AFB
Albuquerque, NM 87117-5875
US

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.

Air National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

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Agency contact information

Jonelle Suina
Phone
505-407-3610
Email
jonelle.l.suina.civ@army.mil
Address
NM 150th Special Operations Wing
Kirtland AFB
Albuquerque, NM 87117-5875
US

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