Duties
This position is located in an ANG Aviation Wing, Air Support Operations Group (ASOG) Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) and Tactical Air Control Party (TACP). The primary purpose of this position is, as a regular and recurring part of the incumbent's assignment and at least 25% of the duty time, to lead a team of other employees in the performance of Telecommunications Specialist, GS-0391-11. This team is responsible for the qualification and certification of all technicians and militarily assigned Joint Terminal Attack Controllers serving in the unit. The incumbent also performs the same work as that led.
Ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated from the commander through the supervisor to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
Team direction must support operations readiness, Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) qualifications and currency, equipment and network operations with Joint Forces.
Articulate and communicate to the team the operations and program assignments, projects, problems to be solved, actionable events, milestones, and issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion of work supporting goals.
Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem solving methods and techniques; provides advice on work methods to ensure maximum efficiency of workers; implements best practices and operations procedures defined by other organizations; and assists the team and/or individual members in identifying the parameters of solutions. Such work may include monitoring inspection reports for best practices and seeking solutions from counterparts in outside organizations and from Group.
Lead the team in: identifying, distributing and balancing workloads and tasks among team members in accordance with operations requirements and at the direction of the supervisor. Assigns tasks in accordance with team member skill level and/or occupational specialization; makes adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with goals and objectives to ensure timely accomplishment of assigned team tasks; and ensures that each employee has an integral role in developing the final team product.
Train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of JTAC and equipment operations as well as working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects related to the successful completion of mission readiness goals and objectives. Provide or arrange for specific administrative or technical training necessary for accomplishment of individual and team tasks. Such training may include ensuring members attend or receive Basic Instructor Courses (BICs) through in-residence or Mobile Training Teams (MTTs).
Monitor and report on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met. Collects data on statuses for inclusion in reports such as the monthly Status Of Resources and Training (SORTs) in addition to weekly JTAC currency and qualification levels.
Serve as coach, facilitator and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members.
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): Technical competence
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/12573212
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.