Duties
This position is responsible for the effective management of the Deployment and Distribution Flight which is comprised of a Plans and Integration Section; Small Air Terminal Section; and Distribution Section. Its primary purpose is to direct and manage subordinate functional areas and to serve as a technical expert over these functional areas.
This position provides supervision, subordinate guidance, and team leadership to dual status employees. Incumbent performs long term planning and organizational development necessary to accomplish Deployment and Distribution functions for programs essential to ANG daily operations, training, and readiness missions.
Responsible for the centralized command and control, planning, and execution of all wing deployment operations and the distribution of cargo and passengers. The flight is responsible for the execution of AEF Management, Unit Type Code (UTC) Management, In-Garrison Expeditionary Site Planning, and Installation Deployment Planning. The Deployment and Distribution Flight also operates a Deployment Control Center (DCC), Reception Control Center (RCC), and Installation Deployment Readiness Cell (IDRC), as necessary. This flight is responsible for the management of the wing's War Reserve Materiel (WRM) and Support Agreements. Additionally the flight is the single installation transportation authority for planning, managing, and executing the movement of personnel as well as the shipment and receipt for DoD cargo; during day to day and contingency operations.
Exercises direct supervision over subordinate personnel. Exercises independent judgment in directing subordinates, to include assigning responsibilities, providing guidance, and establishing standards of performance. Establishes and explains expected goals and assesses overall performance in reaching these objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design for the staff, as necessary, to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
Recommends and participates in the selection of functional supervisors/employees. Approves leave and work schedules. Sets performance standards and conducts formal and informal appraisals of individual and flight performance. Reviews and evaluates performance indicators. Reviews training requirements, directs accomplishment of the training, and evaluates results. Counsels employees regarding problems and complaints. Resolves informal complaints through discussion and negotiation with employees, supervisors and union representatives, and mediates problems between subordinate flights. Initiates and reviews proposals for disciplinary action, when necessary. Works to achieve the objectives of government-wide policies and programs within the unit, e.g., Equal Employment Opportunity, Labor-Management Relations, etc. Ensures compliance with safety, housekeeping, environmental policies and directives. Reviews/approves reports and records. Ensures periodic reviews are made of position descriptions for currency and accuracy. Organizes and manages all subordinate positions.
Advises the Logistics Readiness Squadron Commander on flight related issues. May act for the squadron commander in his/her absence. Represents the Squadron Commander at senior staff meetings, conferences, etc.
Participates in unit assessments, inspections, installation deployment plans, deployments, disaster preparedness exercises, and Unit Control Center operations required to maintain the highest state of readiness. May be called upon to perform additional duties in support of various programs at the Wing/Group/Squadron level.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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 prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership 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 probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Appointments in the Title 32 MTNG technician program may terminate/suspend your military incentives; please see your MTNG Retention Office/Military Personnel Incentive Program Manager for details.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
- External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.
Qualifications
Military Grades:
Enlisted E6 - E9;
Officer O1 - O4
GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must have experience, education, or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must have 1-year of specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Benefits
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Required Documents
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 (including at least Month/Year - Month/Year, e.g., 02/2017 - 2/2018, Feb 2017 - Feb 2018, etc.) of employment and duties performed. Your resume MUST contain a DETAILED description (how, when, where, and at what level) in your own words, of civilian and/or military training/experience/education as it relates to the general and specialized experience, and any other requirements (certifications, education, selective placement factors) that are in announcement and/or questionnaire. If resume is NOT detailed in these requirements; you could be deemed INELIGIBLE. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.
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/12774666
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.