Clarification from the agency

This vacancy is open to current members of the ND Air National Guard (Area III).

The primary purpose of this position is to perform preliminary analysis of long term forecasting of readiness and budgets.

• Plans, organizes, and oversees all unit level deployment activities.
• Configures and maintains functional Unit Type Codes (UTCs) as postured by MAJCOM FAMs (Functional Area Managers) using available unit assets.
• Performs analysis activities.
• Establishes metric and system analysis systems for unit and higher level management to assess the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures.
• Analyzes the combat capability of unit through intensive evaluation of training, equipment status, manning, and unit supervision.
• Provides technical guidance and recommendations to senior leadership regarding unit deployment program.
• Advises commander on the direction, management, and operation of all aspects of unit deployment capabilities.
• Ensures personnel and equipment readiness.
• Ensures the unit is ready to meet wartime and peacetime mobility taskings by scheduling and tracking unit deployment training.
• Ensures authorized deployment equipment and supplies are maintained in a constant state of readiness.
• Coordinates all readiness training and monitors unit members' deployment eligibility with the assistance from additional duty unit deployment managers, as appropriate.

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 ND 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 ND National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the ND 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 two year probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours.

Qualifications

PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION.

NDNG Areas of Considerations (T32 Excepted Service)
Area I: All onboard ND Air Federal Employees (Tenure 1 & 2)
Area II: All onboard ND Air Federal Employee (Tenure 3)
Area III: All NDNG military members
Area IV: All Military Members
Area V: All U.S. Citizens

MILITARY GRADES: MSgt
COMPATIBILE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: 8U000
AFSC is not a disqualifying factor of eligibility, however, selected applicant must obtain the compatible AFSC.

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE
Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant mustpossess the experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration, such as compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant mustpossess one year of specialized experience at the GS 07 grade level or civilian equivalent which includes: 1) thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management; 2) experience developing administrative procedures; and 3) experience providing technical guidance and assistance to customers and management.

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.

There are tools to assist with resumes and the federal application process located on the NDNG public website which will help with applying for jobs through USA Jobs - https://www.ndguard.nd.gov/job-opportunities.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
NOTE:Ensure you have removed social security numbers from all documentation.

1. YOUR RESUME MUST HAVE COMPLETE INFORMATION. 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/DD/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.

2. Other Supporting Documents. The following supporting documents may be required to support your claim: Transcripts, SF 50, Certifications, Course completion certificates, at least three work related references, separate sheet for justifications to competency statements if not addressed within your resume. Applicant may be asked to provide last three performance appraisals (if available).

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