Summary
THIS IS AN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is in the Excepted Service under the authority of Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA)
This position is part of the District of Columbia National Guard under Position Description Number T0080000.
-- This is NOT a REMOTE position; the incumbent will report to a Duty Station --
This job is open to
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Clarification from the agency
Area II: Current Competitive and Excepted Federal employees nationwide and individuals eligible for
veterans' preference.
Duties
This is a provisional position description that projects duties and responsibilities associated with the Joint Staff. This position is located at the Joint Forces Headquarters State (JFHQ-ST), Joint Resiliency Directorate, Office of the Director. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Director of the Joint Resiliency Directorate with oversight of at least four major functions listed below without duplication in another directorate, and provides statewide policy, guidance, leadership, management, and oversight of service member, family, contractor, and employee programs, policies, and plans. This position will provide guidance to both Army and Air National Guard resources
- Coordinates policies, plans, programs, and requirements at the senior leadership levels within the state or district, and The Adjutant General's Office. This position may be required to serve on a broad range of committees and boards which formulate recommendations on policy, resource allocation, and future planning, and provides feedback to senior leadership. (25%)
- As the Director for the Joint Resiliency Directorate, ensures that all regulatory reporting requirements are accomplished within the required timeline, provides documentation for any requirements not met with a follow-on plan of resolving any unmet requirements. Responsible for the welfare and morale of the directorate, and enforces the cultural standards on conduct, performance, and discipline for assigned personnel.
- Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher level management. Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Encourages self-development. Approves master leave schedule assuring adequate coverage for peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time.
- Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with all serviced organizations and all senior staff members within the state. Meets with key customers and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and to resolve significant problems that arise. Ensures subordinate staff elements provide customer guidance and training. Participates in special projects and human capital initiatives and performs special assignments.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Note: This is not a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities for this PD Number T0080000 as released in
FASCLASS.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- 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.
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program and Veterans Preference.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may require duty for state emergency or disaster response, not to exceed 14 calendar days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.
Qualifications
Group 2- Current competitive or excepted Federal employees nationwide
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Education, or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional, or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Applicants specialized experience includes analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions.Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
Education
There are no specific educational requirements for this position.
Additional information
*Veterans' Preference Rules are mandated by law and some applicants may receive priority consideration before other applicants without veterans' preference.
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Veterans Preference: If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans' information please click https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.
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5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.
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If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active-duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation.
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)
Resumes limited to two pages
**Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.**
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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.
BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE; THERE WILL BE NO ASSUMPTIONS MADE. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the position's occupational competencies. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. All applicants must fully substantiate (in their own words) that they meet the required listed specialized experience; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified. Do not copy from the vacancy announcement or the position description else you will be disqualified.
Required Documents
1. Online Application and Questionnaire
2. Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name, and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week and salary. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicant's name and contact information.
3. SF-50 - Most recent Personnel Action
4. Other supporting documents (as applicable):
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Certifications
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.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. 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.
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
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 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/.
*If you are using education to qualify for this position to meet qualifications, you must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received. Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice. You must submit transcripts when required. Photocopies are acceptable.
Resumes limited to two pages
Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.
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.