Summary
This position is located at Morgan Farm Stables and Kennel.
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
Duties
- Represents the USMA Cadet Collegiate Equestrian Team as the Supervisory Sports Specialist (Equestrian) and subject matter expert under the oversight of the Officers in Charge (OICs).
- Serves as first-line supervisor of subordinates and provides a full range of supervisory functions to include performance management, employee relations, employee recognition, dispute resolution, training and development, team building.
- In a recreational setting, develops and implements equestrian training programs for riders of all ages and skill levels. Provides instruction on horsemanship, riding techniques, methods of regulating movement, grooming, and care of horses.
- Schedules and oversees practice sessions, competitions, tournaments, and team meetings. Enforces safety measures and internal controls relative to security of equipment, and accident prevention.
- Operates equine program in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations which govern the sport and associated activities.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- This is an Army Drug Testing position; the incumbent must sign a DA Form 5019-R as a condition of employment and shall be subject to periodic and random urinalysis drug testing in accordance with AR 215-3 and EO 12564.
- Satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks IAW AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation with childcare checks and physical examination.
- Must be able to continually stand, walk, stoop, reach, pull, push, and bend. Must be able to lift of move objects up to 75 pounds unassisted.
- Must be able to work an irregular schedule which may include nights, weekends, holidays, split shifts, and/or overtime in support of academic and cyclic training schedules.
- Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors during different types of weather conditions ranging from hot and/or humid to extreme sub-freezing temperature.
- Must be able to work on a range of different terrains to include trails, pastures, sand, clay, straw, and concrete.
- Must possess and maintain a state issued driver’s license.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a government motor vehicle operator’s license.
- This position requires frequent travel to locations on and off post.
- Possess and maintain a membership with the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA), the Professional Horseman’s Association (PHA) and the US Equestrian Federation (USEF) within 6 months of employment.
- The dual compensation guidelines DO NOT apply to this position. All GS and NAF employees holding FLEX positions are eligible to apply for this position.
Qualifications
- Must possess three (3) years' experience in equestrian facility or program management (i.e., athletic or recreational, high school, resort, or similar) including coaching or other leadership/supervisory experience.
In addition, candidates must possess:
1. A bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, such as equine studies, sports administration, or sports psychology
OR
2. Experience managing or administrating an equestrian sports program which included providing instruction in various horsemanship, training, and riding techniques; equine care (to include basic health conditions, equine behavior and anatomy); athletic conditioning; and developing teams for competitions and tournaments.
The experience and education must be reflected on your resume and supporting documentation such as transcripts and degrees must be uploaded at the time of application to be considered eligible for this position.
Highly Preferred Criteria:
- Experience managing or directing an equestrian program at the collegiate or equivalent level.
This experience must be reflected on your resume at the time of application to be considered a highly preferred candidate.
Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants will be referred for consideration if the certificate (referral list) is returned with no selection
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities: - NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
- NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
- NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)
Required Documents
The following documents must be submitted with your application:
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Unites States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA), Professional Horseman’s Association (PHA) and USEquestrian Federation (USEF) Memberships
- PCS Orders
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
How to Apply
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12540985. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/19/2024 to receive consideration.
- 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. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12540985.
- Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
- You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
- It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.
Next steps
Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!
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