Clarification from the agency

Current Army M-Day and current Air DSG members within the state for which you are applying.

As a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST (COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS), GS - 0343 - 12 you will:

• Develops Special Military Projects and modifications to Cooperative Agreements, Grants, General Terms &Conditions (GT&C), FS Form 7600s, Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs), support agreements, and grant matters, and related operational and business procedures and processes. Analyzes, organizes a wide range of cooperative agreement management duties from pre-negotiation of cooperative agreement requirements and reimbursements, with applicable
• Directors/Program Managers, through inception to final approval, and administration through closeout. Plans, organizes, directs, controls and reviews complex long range Cooperative Agreements and related functions. Using analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, ensures state contracting operations, other required services, resources, and materials are acquired for new and existing cooperative agreement programs and often decides on different or unrelated processes and methods
• Manages and administers complex or sensitive cooperative agreement issues or problem areas independently that may arise and ensures regulatory and enforcement programs are administered to select appropriate evaluation, measurement, controls, audits, etc., are adhered to by Federal and state agencies. Coordinates with the state's Military Department Resource Manager and National Guard Bureau (NGB) Contracting regarding cooperative agreement support for the state National Guard (NG) mission, and its programs and objectives, by providing evaluation, planning and program analysis expertise to all aspects of the cooperative agreement program. Plans, develops, prepares and coordinates all aspects of support agreements, MOAs, and MOUs associated with Cooperative Agreements.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of General Terms &Conditions (GT&C) and Construction Cooperative Agreements, and their related technical programs (examples include ARNG and ANG) Facilities Operations and Maintenance Programs, Security Guard Program, ChalleNGe and StarBase Youth Programs; Full-Time Dining Facility Operations, Aviation Training and Base Operations, Electronic Security Systems Operations and Maintenance, Sustainable Range Program and Telecommunications, Distance Learning, and the ARNG Professional Education Center (PEC) Operations; Resources Management, Family Readiness and Support Program; and Homeland Defense initiatives for the ARNG and ANG). Applies appropriate program evaluation and measurement in order to prepare project papers and staff reports and provides briefings to NGB PARC and other NGB Directorate Staff personnel, Joint Force, and respective state managers to encourage understanding and acceptance (to ensure program compliance) of the Cooperative Agreements Program.
• Advises others including Federal staff, and non-Federal recipients to accomplish the program goals. Keeps supervisors and staff informed of administrative issues and developments. Inspects and reconciles Program Manager records during the quarterly Joint Review Program (JRP) and assigns corrective actions as needed. Reconciliation of both federal and state books is required due to the federal and state cost-sharing partnerships.
• Responds to letters, memos, phone calls, e-mails, etc. with non-Federal recipient and Federal staff.
• Evaluates state mission effectiveness regarding the Cooperative Agreements Program. Develops and administers a system of internal reviews, evaluations, and checklists designed to ensure conformance with laws and regulations.
• Collectively evaluates performance and technical proficiency of Cooperative Agreements and related assistance programs and takes necessary action in support of Master Cooperative Agreements and Master Construction Cooperative Agreements. Responsible for coordination between Department of Defense, Department of the Army, Defense Contracting and Acquisition Agency, National Guard Bureau, United States Property and Fiscal Officer, Judge Advocate General, Internal Review Division, state agencies (e.g., Attorney General, state auditors) and various other Federal and state agencies.
• Incumbent (as the appointed Cooperative Agreements Program and Grants Officer Representative) is responsible for making periodic inspections of all projects or items constructed under state contracts using Federal funding provided through the USPFO.
• Recommends approval or disapproval to the USPFO in cases requiring approval or endorsement Prepares for, coordinates, conducts and attends numerous meetings with high-level officials, DA, NGB, USPFO, the Adjutant General's (TAG) Joint Staff, and state and local officials throughout all phases of assignment. Conducts financial and regulatory reconciliation reviews with Federal and state program managers and/or their designated representatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 at 340-712-8071 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.
• Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP): Acceptance of a Federal Technician Position of over 179 days in length will cause termination from the SRIP
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• 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 positions.
• Maintains appropriate agency grants management certification. Fiscal Law, Master Cooperative Agreement Training certification every 3 years
• This position requires a Secret security clearance; the incumbent of this position must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• 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

Military Grades: E-6- E-9, WO1- CW4, LT- LTC

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes and principles of management. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months experience which provided a detailed knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures and techniques. Experience analyzing and interpreting policies and the procedures of higher headquarters/management as to applicability to current policies. Experience presenting and discussing complex matters in a clear and convincing manner. Experience in communicating with people from various backgrounds and circumstances.

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):

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.

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