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Current on-board members of the Georgia Army National Guard.

As a Program Manager (Joint Resiliency Director), GS-0340-13, you will:

Advise the Adjutant General (TAG) on all matters pertaining to management, distribution, utilization, development, and support while being the focal point, responsible for planning, overseeing, and directing the activities of state or district programs which include Violence Prevention, Family Programs, Resilience and Risk Reduction, Yellow Ribbon, Transition Assistance, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), Resourcing & Outreach, Religious support, Behavioral Health, Children & Youth, Youth Challenge, and Wellness, with the overall grade supervised at least at the GS-11 level. Plan the work accomplished by subordinate divisions and branches, set, and adjust short-term priorities, prepare schedules based on consideration of monitors, communicates, and coordinate specific program functions to ensure compliance of all regulatory, and budgetary constraints for any potential adverse impact, and coordinate while communicating with the Judge Advocate Office on potential legal consequences. Coordinate 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 provide feedback to senior leadership.

As the Director for the Joint Resiliency Directorate, ensure that all regulatory reporting requirements are accomplished within the required timeline, provide 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 enforce the cultural standards on conduct, performance, and discipline for assigned personnel. Create a healthy climate where members are treated with dignity, respect; and where harassment, assault, or unlawful discrimination of any kind is not tolerated. Continually cultivate a culture of compliance and accountability while promoting a cohesive workforce. Support the professional and personal development of subordinates, strengthening their physical mental, social and spiritual resiliency in an effort to build a well-rounded work force. Professional development includes formal mentoring, professional military education, academic opportunities, and other broadening opportunities.

Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advise and provide counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Select or recommend selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) objectives. Develop, modify, and/or interpret performance standards. Explain performance expectations to employees and provide regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Hold employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraise subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommend awards when appropriate and approve within-grade increases. Hear and resolve employee complaints and refer serious unresolved complaints to higher level management. Initiate action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effect minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommend action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepare documentation to support actions taken. Identify employee developmental needs and provide or arrange for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Encourage self-development. Approve master leave schedule assuring adequate coverage for peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time. Discharge security responsibilities by ensuring education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material. Recognize and take action to correct situations posing a threat to the health or safety of subordinates. Apply EEO principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensure all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination. Periodically review position descriptions to ensure accuracy, and the most effective utilization of personnel resources. Explain classification determinations to subordinate employees.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• This is a dual status position which requires military membership. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• 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.
• 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 probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• The incumbent must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work comp time or overtime to include hours outside the normal duty schedule.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

Qualifications

Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY. Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume.

Military Grades: Unspecified.

Compatible Military Assignments: Unspecified.

General Experience: Must possess 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: Must have at least 36 months experience 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.

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):

• Planning and Evaluating
• Leadership
• Program Management

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

Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

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