Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a TRAINING SPECIALIST (MARKSMANSHIP) (Title 32), Position Description Number D2118000 and is part of the AR ARNG MARKMANSHIP TNG CTR, National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
(1) Arkansas Army National Guard (AR ARNG) Technicians; (2) All members of the AR ARNG, (3) Individuals who are not members of the National Guard but who are eligible to acquire membership in an available and compatible military grade for excepted technician positions. (Upon selection, must be a member of the AR Army National Guard).
Duties
(1) Develops and implements operation plans and orders for the conduct of: Winston P. Wilson Rifle, Pistol and Machinegun Championships, Army Area Reserve Components Small Arms Championships, National Guard participation in the US Army Small Arms Championships, the Interservice Pistol Championships, and the Marksmanship Advisory Council Region Combat Tournament.
(2) Manages instructional activities relating to competitive marksmanship such as small arms firing schools provided on request of the various states and coaches clinics.
(3) Reviews, writes, or up-dates regulations pertaining to all aspects of competitive marksmanship to include, rules and regulations of competitions and security directives for weapons and ammunition.
(4) Maintain continuous contact with the State Marksmanship Coordinators of all fifty sates, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and Guam to keep abreast of their competitive activities and provide them information on programs and to assist in enhancing and expanding their programs.
(5) Plans and administers various indoor programs such as Chief, National Guard Bureau Smallbore Rifle Tournament, Chief, National Guard Bureau Smallbore Pistol Tournament, Chief, National Guard Bureau Combat Rifle Tournament, Chief, National Guard Bureau Combat Pistol Tournament, Adjutants General Air Pistol Tournament, and Adjutants General Air Rifle Tournament.
(6) Assis various Training Officers in the Small Arms Instructor/Range Officer Course (SAIROC), also assists in the management of the National Guard Rifle, Pistol and Smallbore Squads. Develops and implements plans, policies and programs for unit level competitions for small arms to enhance individual qualification training.
(7) Provides guidance and training for other assigned personnel in the performance of competitive marksmanship activities.
(8) 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.
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Military Grades: Officer
Minimum Grade - 1LT (O-1)
Maximum Grade - CPT (O-3)
Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard. Selected member must fill a dual-status Technician / Branch and Material MTOE position at NGMTC
IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Qualifications
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. This experience may have been gained as a teacher or instructor; in on-the-job supervision or instruction of subordinates or fellow workers; or in work involving application of the principles, practices, and techniques of the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:
Education
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled.
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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, general and specialized experience):
(1) Occupational Series: This position is responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating the competitive Marksmanship Activities for the National Guard. This includes national and international competitive events. The duties require a practical knowledge of education and training procedures, but do not require a full professional knowledge of educational concepts, principles, techniques and practices. Extensive knowledge of the National Guard Competitive Marksmanship and Individual Training programs is required to provide detailed operational plans and directive son the major activities. GS-1712 series is appropriate for this position because duties are in fact non-professional in nature, but require knowledge and skills sufficient to conduct workshops, seminars and briefings to Commanders, State Marksmanship Coordinators and other senior leaders on all aspects of competitive marksmanship programs.
(2) Title: According to Reference B1, the title "Training Specialist" is to be used for positions primarily involve din the development, review and/or evaluation of training materials, aided, devices, equipment or the like. Subject position is responsible for planning and oversight of major competitive marksmanship activities of the National Guard. Included in this responsibility is managing of instructional activities and reviewing and updating regulations pertaining to competitive marksmanship.
GS-11 level for Assignment Characteristics. Greater ledge of applicable programs is required at this level than at theGS-09 level. Assignments at the GS-09 level are characterized by the conventional or established nature and the requirement for minor adaptations in existing materials or methods. The GS-09 position prepares portions of larger projects to complete curriculum for a course; whereas GS-11's work typically results in self-contained shed products. This position would not meet the GS-12 level use guidelines, once developed, require very little change. If changes were required close coordination and cooperation with higher authority would be necessary.(b) Level of Responsibility: GS-11 specialists in this standard perform their work without direct supervision during the course of developing and carrying out their plans and studies. Subject position operates in the same manner, therefore, the level of responsibility delegated this position compares favorably to the GS-11level. Incumbent is expected to make the necessary personal contacts to provide the expertise to explain procedures relating to competitive marksmanship activities.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. 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.
DO NOT COPY THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE AND DUTIES WORD FOR WORD AND PLACE INTO YOUR RESUME; YOU MUST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH STATEMENT.
2. Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) dated within 18 months: Can be obtained from Army Knowledge Online (AKO)/Self Service/My Medical Readiness. Click on any "View Detailed Information" selection, then select your IMR Record. Please ensure that you are uploading a PDF DOCUMENT, not a screen shot. PHA MUST BE DATED WITHIN 18 MONTHS AS OF THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
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.
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