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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This position is located in the ARNG STARC Headquarters, Plans, Operations and Training Office (POTO), Mobilization Readiness Branch.
DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1 = Enlisted (E9 and below) members of the Louisiana National Guard.
07/09/2021 to 07/29/2021
$43,683 - $69,462 per year
GS 7 - 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
None
No
No
21LAHRO000011168166
607068600
Duties & Responsibilities:
1 - Monitors and provides technical guidance and assistance to subordinate headquarters and units in the implementation and maintenance of the state ARNGSORTS program. Provides centralized readiness program analysis pertaining to unit mobilization capability. Performs continuous independent review and refinement of SORTS database. Coordinates with personnel, training, logistics and other staff officers on mobilization and readiness reporting matters. Collects, reviews, and expedites readiness related documents; e.g., Master Unit Identification Code listing, General Unit Status, Personnel Strength, Unit Status Reporting data for personnel, logistic, maintenance and training readiness conditions to National Guard Bureau(NGB). Reviews current and historical data to identify readiness inhibitors and recommend corrective actions and specific measures to reduce or eliminate such factors.
2 - Assists in monitoring the readiness posture of the force. Monitors documentation and modernization changes and identifies their effect on unit readiness conditions. Recommends actions in the areas of logistics, personnel and training that enhance the readiness of units with stringent mobilization/deployment requirements. Analyzes reports and develops briefings and information papers for use by POTO and state staff regarding overall readiness of units. Develops recommendations to enhance mobilization capabilities and readiness of units not attaining required objectives.
- Assists other staff employees in matters concerning organizational structure and development. Reviews force structure documents, proposals and related actions for accuracy. Coordinates routine force structure changes with subordinate headquarters, units and STARC staff. Provides assistance with comparison studies using organizational historical files, previous force structure documents and demographic studies. Drafts implementing instructions and requests for changes to align the state's force structure with WARTRACE. Conducts training on WARTRACE alignment and DAMPL.
3 - Provides assistance and support to mobilization, readiness and force integration. Recommends actions to streamline new equipment fielding and training; provides data concerning readiness issues. Provides assistance with data that impacts equipment on-hand calculations. Acts as liaison for units on DA Forms pertaining to personnel and equipment changes in base Table of Organization and Equipment (TOE), Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) and Table of Distribution and Allowance(TDA).
4 - Performs complex retrievals on World-Wide Military Command and Control System(WWMCCS) and/or Global Command and Control System (GCCS) and the Development Army Mobilization System (DARMS), using a query language. Corrects program coding and errors; responds to ad hoc requests; accesses databases; and coordinates with the information systems staff officer for assistance in resolving computer requirements. Participates with WWMCCS/GCCS personnel at higher headquarters in the review/validation of operator procedures; trains personnel on procedures and applications; provides automation support for POTO. Inputs data; provides required reports, and operates WWMCCS/GCCS Entry System (WES)terminal and peripheral equipment. Uses WES unique procedures to run WWMCCS/GCCS programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
1) National Guard Membership is required.
2) Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
3) Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
4) May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: ENLISTED (E9 and below)
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance.
***LOUISIANA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS - Acceptance of this position may result in the loss of contracted incentive(s). For further details, contact the LANG State Incentive Manager, at (504) 278-8116 (ARMY) 391-8336 (AIR FORCE). ***
NOTICE: THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRED ALL EMPLOYERS TO VERIFY THE IDENTITY AND EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF ALL PERSONS HIRED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:
1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
2. 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.
3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
4. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
5. The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims, and receive credit to meet the Education requirements for this position.
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).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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):
Self-Management
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Application Packet (Click Link To Download) and submit other supporting documents.
3. OF 612 - "Optional Application for Federal Employment" (Click Link to Download) Submit only if you do not have a resume.
4. Security Clearance Form (Please complete this form and submit if you do not have at least a "SECRET" security clearance.)
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.
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.
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