Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a TRAINING SPECIALIST (COMMAND AND CONTROL) (T32), Position Description Number D2386000and is part of the RI 143d Airlift Wing. The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, direct, implement, evaluate and manage all command and control training programs for all assigned controllers and aircrew personnel and to ensure all assigned personnel can attain and maintain certification.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
This position is open to current Rhode Island Air National Guard members only.
Duties
Plans, organizes, develops, directs, implements, evaluates and manages formal classroom training. Develops annual training plans for controllers and aircrews, which cover all aspects of command and control training. Develops different types of training to include initial, refresher, recurring, and remedial. Performs course maintenance and updates based on major command (MAJCOM) and higher headquarters (HHQ) requirements, student needs, course content, and mission emphasis. Coordinates with HHQ and MAJCOM as needed to ensure implementation and evaluation of required training is being accomplished. Ensures plans are developed and instructed in accordance with HHQ and MAJCOM regulations, documents, and directives. Trains assigned personnel in the use of command and control related communication equipment and associated procedures.
Reviews, evaluates and analyzes training through examination results, task evaluations, personnel performance, and consultation of subject matter with experts in the field to determine the quality and overall effectiveness of the training plan. Ensures identified testable materials are adequate to achieve learning and performance objectives. Responsible for the evaluation of personnel during all phases of training based on their performance, experience, background, education, learning skills, and retention. Based on these evaluations, develops specific courses of study to accomplish desired objective, and advises the superintendent and the wing commander on the status and skill level of assigned personnel, and recommends certification or decertification of said personnel. Ensures personnel can attain and maintain certification in the required areas and ensures trainees performance of command and control emergency actions procedures are accomplished, without error, during operational events. Ensures controllers can achieve and maintain 90% test results in Command and Control operations and Emergency Action Message (EAM) procedures. Schedules a variety of training for all assigned personnel to include equipment training, certification, formal, self-study and ancillary training. Reviews and evaluates training and support material for the wing command and control training program to include updating documents, maintaining individual training records, proper handling and controlling classified material to ensure accuracy and consistency to meet training objectives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Rhode Island Air National Guard (RIANG).
- 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.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Work requires access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
- Irregular and compensatory hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
- The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle and if so, an appropriate valid driver's license is required.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E-5 through E-6
You must indicate your rank somewhere on your resume.
Compatible Military Assignments: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.
Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and position descriptions and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience that provided evidence of the ability to instruct students in the use of equipment, principles, or practices of the subject or occupation. Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and the methods and techniques of instruction. Qualifying specialized experience includes:
- Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s).
- Supervising or administering a training program.
- Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results.
- Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.
Education
Education may not be used as a substitution for experience in this occupational series or grade combination.
Additional information
Persons appointed with Indefinite status may be separated when their services are no longer needed. Should the need for the Indefinite time limitations placed on this position no longer exist, the Indefinite Appointment could be converted to permanent action without further competition and you may be required to serve a trial period upon conversion.
If an applicant from the Competitive Service is selected, he or she will have to convert to the Excepted Service.
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).
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.
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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):
- Plans, organizes, develops, directs, implements, evaluates and manages formal classroom training.
- Develops annual training plans for controllers and aircrews, which cover all aspects of command and control training.
- Trains personnel in the use of command and control related communication equipment and associated procedures.
- Schedules a variety of training for all assigned personnel to include equipment-training, certification, formal, self-study and ancillary training.
- Prepares and presents formal readiness briefing to the Wing Commander and Staff, IG, MAJCOM, State Headquarters and NGB.
- Responsible for the evaluation of personnel during all phases of training based on their performance, experience, background, education, learning skills, and retention.
- Develops procedures for emergencies and contingencies such as evacuation, bomb threat, etc.
- Reviews and evaluates training and support material for the wing command and control training program to include updating documents, maintaining individual training records, proper handling and controlling classified material to ensure accuracy and consistency to meet training objectives.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Mandatory Documents:
- 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. Resumes must be written in your own words.
- Assessment questionnaire
Other supporting documents: (Optional)
- Cover Letter
- OF 306
- Professional Certificates
- SF 50 (Current or former Federal employee: Include your most recent SF-50 or if Reinstatement eligible include your Career SF-50.)
- DD214
- Official Transcripts (required if using education to qualify for the position)
- Performance Appraisal
Other supporting documents, such as college transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, must be submitted in English. Failure to submit the required documentation will result in automatic disqualification. Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered 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
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/12923045
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.
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/.
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.