Clarification from the agency

In order to be eligible for this position you must currently be a Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O2/1LT - O4/MAJ) or in the Virginia Army National Guard.

As a Training Branch Chief (Title 32) (Permanent), GS-1712-12, you perform the below duties:

1. . State proponent and subject matter expert in Army training management principles. Plans and administers the training program for the State ARNG. Directs the activities of the Training Branch. Determines specific training objectives. Develops short range and long range training plans to meet federal missions and support state security and emergency missions. Develops training policies, directives and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) applicable to the state ARNG. Develops Command Training Guidance (CTG) and Yearly Training Guidance (YTG) based on The Adjutant General (TAG) and WARTRACE requirements. Schedules Yearly Training Briefs (YTB) in coordination with TAG, Continental United States Army (CONUSA) and active component WARTRACE headquarters. Reviews, evaluates, approves and authenticates training plans, programs and directives of subordinate units and provides overall direction. Identifies shortfalls, conflicts, and opportunities in training plans and schedules. Provides guidance and assistance to subordinate commanders and training personnel in correcting deficiencies.
2. Manages training resources. Identifies resources required to execute proposed state training plan, prioritizes training, recommends to the Adjutant General approval or disapproval of unresourced training, and recommends alternative resourcing. Responsible for programming, planning, budgeting, and execution of annual training, inactive duty training, schools and other special training funds amounting to approximately 50% of the state Command Operating Budget (COB). Serves as primary member of State Level II Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC). Prepares and participates in State Level II PBAC actions to ensure prioritization of funding meets readiness goals of the Adjutant General for producing unit readiness in support of the Global War on Terrorism, Major Combat Operations, and Operations Other than War. Manages execution of training orders to ensure that unexecuted funds are deobligated and reprogrammed to maximize readiness. Reprioritizes resources as a result of changes to the proposed training plan due to mobilizations, deployments, and meeting ongoing Department of Defense (DoD) requirements.
3. Performs studies and analyses of G-3/5/7 program funding, budget and financial management procedures. Continually analyzes program funding and budget information against organizational goals and objectives and presents findings and recommendations to management to ensue it meets or exceeds these goals and objectives. Develops and recommends new budgetary and financial management procedures in accordance with organizational objectives and financial management systems. Provides management advisory services to senior guard leaders concerning the training program. Provides technical expertise on military theory, tactics, operations, organizations, methods and principles pertaining to military training. Performs periodic staff visits to conduct training management inspections and assistance visits to major subordinate commands to evaluate unit training and ensure compliance with Army programs. Determines need for corrective actions and prioritizes training and resources to ensure compliance.
4. Manages and provides information to the Distributed Learning position concerning Army Distributive Learning systems including development, and use of Distributive Training Technology Program (DTTP) Classrooms and other distance learning programs. Manages usage, maintenance and training of virtual and constructive training devices assigned to the state Army National Guard (ARNG). Coordinates the State Competitive Marksmanship Program and state participation in national marksmanship competitions. Monitors quality of tests and preparation for the Army Physical Fitness Test. Prepares and executes Competitive Event Plans. Conducts studies in conjunction with special projects as assigned by the G3/5/7, which involve gathering and compiling facts data associated with the project.
5. Supervises the work of four or more subordinates and makes assignments based on priorities, difficulty, requirements of the assignment, and the capabilities of the individual employees. Conducts employment interviews. Recommends employees for appointment, promotion or reassignment. Establishes performance standards and monitors and evaluates employee performances. Assists employees in reaching performance goals. Informs subordinates of agency policies, personnel and other management programs. Provides leadership, advice and counsel on work and administrative matters. Hears and resolves complaints and grievances from employees which can be informally resolved, and/or make recommendations for resolution to appropriate deciding officials. Identifies developmental needed of employees. Approves or disapproves leave requests.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

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 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.
• 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 trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This position is not located at a bargaining unit.
• All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs)

Qualifications

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.

NOTE: All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs)

WHO CAN APPLY:
GROUP I - All qualified Male/Female Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O2/1LT - O4/MAJ) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program.
GROUP II - All qualified Virginia Army National Guard Male/Female Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O2/1LT - O4/MAJ), regardless of employment status (Traditional, Military Technician or AGR). To be considered as a Group II applicant, proof of appointment/enlistment in the Virginia National Guard must be attached if the appointment/enlistment occurred within 60 days prior to, or during, the advertisement period.

Military Grades: Warrant Officer (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O2/1LT - O4/MAJ)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have experience, education, or training planning, administering, synchronizing, resourcing, and managing training programs.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government OR, three full academic years of a progressively higher-level college degree? This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as:

1. Experienced in conducting, supervising, and/or developing education and training programs.
2. Experience in managing the function of work to be performed.
3. Experienced in manages training resources.
4. Experience that includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

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):

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

1. Your resume showing:

• Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
• Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
• Education, certifications or licensures.

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