INTELLIGENCE OFFICER (T32)

Clarification from the agency

Group 2: Current military members (Traditional/AGR/DS) within DCARNG.

This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the DC Army National Guard.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
You must meet the minimum military rank as specified in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a DC Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Applicants applying to this position who exceed the maximum military grade listed on this job announcement MUST submit a statement in writing that they are willing to take an administrative reduction in grade to the advertised military grade on the job announcement for which applying. Applicants who exceed the military grade will NOT be placed into the technician position until they have been administratively reduced to the military grade on the job announcement. Please note that exceeding the maximum rank does not automatically qualify you for consideration. Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.

The National Guard's full-time support program requires that all military technicians are members of the National Guard and are appointed to full-time positions which correspond to their military assignments. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership.

Minimum Military Rank: O3
Maximum Military Rank: O4

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 (1) year of appointment.

This is an Army National Guard (ARNG) Dual Status Technician position requiring military membership. This position is located in the State Intelligence and Security Office. The purpose of this position is to serve as the Director of Intelligence and Security. Has overall responsibility for all phases of the work of the organization and planning, directing, and administering the State Intelligence and Security Programs. Supervises positions engaged in substantive Intelligence Security work.

1. Oversees all the State's ARNG Intelligence and Security activities, based on State force structure, equipment, and missions, which may include any or all of the following; Intelligence programs and General Intelligence Security functional areas: Personnel Security(PERSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Foreign Disclosure, Communication Security (COMSEC) oversight that includes Department of the Army Cryptological Access Program (DACAP), Security Education and Training Awareness (SETA), and Industrial Security (ISP),The Army Language Program (TALP), Foundry Intelligence Training Program, Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP), and Intelligence Oversight (IO). Develops, interprets, and oversees the administration of state policies, rules, and procedures adapted from policies prescribed by the ARNG, Department of the Army, Department of Defense, and/or other federal laws or regulations. Develops and promulgates short and long-range State intelligence plans and projects future requirements. Supports subordinate units and intelligence sections in developing training plans that support MI technical proficiency. Integrates, as applicable, the ARNG Funds Reimbursable Authority (FRA) and Federated Intelligence Program (FIP), Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (PED) missions into the training, readiness, and retention plan for State Army Intelligence personnel..
2. Reviews and analyzes supported State ARNG plans and operations to determine current and future intelligence and GIS requirements; i.e., information/intelligence, equipment, facilities, supplies, personnel, funds, etc. Identifies, analyzes, prioritizes, and reports all Intelligence and GIS program requirements over the FYDP to the ARNG G2 to ensure State requirements are accounted for during yearly Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions for Army Intelligence and Security Programs. Reassures implementation (by lower and subordinate organizations) of the goals and objectives for the program and functions performed; determines goals and objectives that need additional emphasis, determines the best approach for resolving budget shortages and plans for long range staffing needs.
3. Exercises supervisory responsibilities for military and civilian personnel assigned to the State Intelligence and Security Office. Sets expectations and conditions for performance, training/certification requirements, readiness, and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses for assigned personnel.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Note: This is not a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities for this PD Number NGD2480000 as released in FASCLASS.

Conditions of employment

• National Guard Membership is required. If you are not sure if you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Minimum Rank: O3
• Maximum Rank: O4
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): PCS not authorized.
• MOS: 35A
• Attend the ARNG Security Manager Course within 12 months of hire.
• 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a top secret security clearance.
• 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.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate toperform temporary duty assignments
• The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, and an appropriate valid driver’s license is mandatory
• 3R Incentive MAY be authorized (recruitment and relocation).

Qualifications

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): PCS not authorized.
Relocation Incentive: Incentive may be authorized.
Selected Reserve Incentive Program: Acceptance of this position will cause termination of Federal bonuses pursuant to respective Selected Reserve Incentive Programs (SRIP). This termination may be with or without recoupment of payments already made.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military rank and assignment in the District of Columbia Air 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.

THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE REPRESENTED BY THE CONTENTS OF YOUR RESUME.

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IF YOU USE YOUR OWN RESUME PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INCLUDE THE BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES (MONTH AND YEAR) FOR ALL JOBS LISTED IN YOUR RESUME.

Resumes limited to two pages
**Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.**

Applicants who exceed the maximum military grade listed above must submit a statement in writing that they are willing to take an administrative reduction in grade to the advertised military grade on the job announcement for which applying. Applicants who exceed the military grade will not be placed into the technician position until they have been administratively reduced to the military grade on the job announcement. Please note that exceeding the maximum rank does not automatically disqualify you for consideration.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education, or training which demonstrates administrative, professional, investigative, or technical work requiring the ability to deal effectively with others, to collect, evaluate and organize pertinent facts. Experience preparing clear and concise written reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience, education or training developing and recommending policy, organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of intelligence operations. Experience in administrative, investigative, or technical work which required the applicant to deal effectively with others. Experience collecting, evaluating and organizing pertinent facts and to analyze and prepare clear and concise reports. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.
4. If education or a degree is required as part of the "Specialized Experience", you must include transcripts.
Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement. Plagiarizing from this announcement will immediately disqualify you as an applicant.

Resumes limited to two pages
Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.

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):

1. The work directed is supervising, planning, organizing and directing the activities of the state ARNG Intelligence and Security Office. Exercises staff supervision over multiple functional areas. The incumbent applies a comprehensive knowledge of intelligence and security operations and programs.
2. The work has a direct impact on the various operation support programs to ensure the state mission is accomplished. Work focuses on the management, oversite, and standardization of intelligence and security requirements and expectations, and ensuring the state's overall mission readiness and compliance with National Security requirements.
3. The incumbent plans and schedules work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short-term priorities; assigns work in consideration of employee skills and mission requirements; develops performance standards and rates subordinates' performance; advises employees on work and administrative matters; implements methods and procedures to improve organizational performance; and provides for employees training and development.
4. Recommends selection of candidates for positions; recommends position structure changes; takes disciplinary action and hears and resolves formal employee complaints and grievances. Hears and resolves group grievances or serious employee complaints. Reviews and approves serious disciplinary actions involving nonsupervisory subordinates.
5. Recommends selection of candidates for positions; recommends position structure changes; takes disciplinary action and hears and resolves formal employee complaints and grievances. Hears and resolves group grievances or serious employee complaints. Reviews and approves serious disciplinary actions involving nonsupervisory subordinates.

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

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: SF-50, DD-214

Helpful Hints for Applying:
- Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
- Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
- Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
- Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS held.

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.

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