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Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a TARGET SYSTEMS REPAIRER, Position Description Number PDD2709000 and is part of the WY Training Center Command, Wyoming Army National Guard.
This is a Title 32 Dual Status Technician Excepted Service position. Military affiliation is required.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
06/26/2024 to 06/25/2025
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Salary
$28.07 - $32.74 per hour
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Pay scale & grade
WG 8
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Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Temporary - Indefinite, Not to Exceed 7 June 2025
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
8
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Job family (Series)
2601 Miscellaneous Electronic Equipment Install and Maintenance
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Financial disclosure
No
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
WY-12394297-AR-24-071
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Control number
791551100
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This job is open to
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National Guard & reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
Refer to applicable Areas of Consideration below for hiring consideration.
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Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to repair, install, operate, and maintain a variety of Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, such as Armor Moving Target Carriers (AMTC), Infantry Moving Target Carrier Systems (IMTCS); Target Holding Mechanism Tank Gunnery (THMTG) and Enhanced Remote Target Systems (ERETS).
(1) Installs, removes, maintains, modifies, troubleshoots, and repairs voice and/or nonvoice communications systems including intercom equipment; electronic systems; terminal communications equipment; modem; fiber-optic end equipment; T1-carriers, and line drivers.
(2) Installs thermal target equipment to include, but not limited to, AC or DC powered thermal heating panels.
(3) Isolates faulty components and determines extent of repair or replacement required to restore power, signal, or correct mechanical operation.
(4) Inspects and tests Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, using wiring diagrams, schematics, technical manuals, and test equipment (i.e., voltmeters, multiplexers, miniature consoles, and digital multi-meters).
(5) Operates and maintains wheeled vehicles assigned to the shop.
** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. **
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Employees serving a T32 Indefinite appointment are entitled to the following employee benefits:
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Primary consideration will be given to current WY ARNG military members. If required, additional areas of consideration certificates may be released to hiring managers.
Open to US Army, Army Reserves, and Army Nat'l Guard military members only
Must be assessed into WY ARNG before appt. May take up to 120 days.
Must become a member of the Wyoming Army Nat'l Guard before appt.
Must submit ERB or DA Fm 2-1 with application.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, if eligible. Subject to funding and TAG approval.
PCS is not authorized.
Indefinite position may convert to Perm if funding/position is available.
Must obtain a Wildland Firefighting Red Card and Range Safety Level 2 Certification within 12 months of appt.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT AND NOTES:
Paid through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT).
Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position over 180 days will result in suspension or termination of these military incentives. It is the applicant's responsibility to contact the Wyoming Army National Guard Education Services Officer, (307) 772-5126 for more information regarding military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment incentives.
Military Technicians will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a technician.
Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709(f).
Indefinite employees may be terminated or displaced at management's discretion with a 30-day written notice.
1. An Army National Guard dual status technician position requiring military membership.
2. Able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
3. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
4. Covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment 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.
5. Duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. Responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities.
Qualifications
TECHNICIAN INFO
Type of Appointment: Indefinite
Tenure: Group 3
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
FLSA: Exempt
Telework: The duties of this position require primary physical presence. Situational telework may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Para/Line: 1910 / 093 and 095
Selecting Official: 2LT Cody David
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Primary consideration will be made from Areas 1, 2 and 4. If referrals are not made from the target category, subsequent referrals may next be made from Area 6 (if eligible).
Area 1: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) WY ARNG employees assigned to the Training Center Command.
Area 2: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) T32 Dual Status technicians employed within the Wyoming Army National Guard.
Area 4: All current M-day soldiers of the Wyoming Army National Guard.
Area 6: Current military members of the US Army, Army Reserves, or other states' Army National Guard units or prior service members of one of those military branches. Must be willing/eligible to join the Wyoming Army National Guard as a military member prior to appointment to position.
MILITARY GRADE
Min: E3 / PFC
Max: E5 / SGT
Over-grade applicants must provide a written demotion statement of understanding with application, willingness to be administratively reduced in grade (E5/SGT) if selected for this position. A Demotion Statement of Understanding is located at: https://go.usa.gov/xEeWG
Enlisted Applicants' under- or over-grade (without a written demotion statement of understanding with application) will not be considered for this vacancy. Acceptance of this position does not in any way constitute a military promotion.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Work involves repairing, installing, operating, and maintaining a variety of Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, such as Armor Moving Target Carriers (AMTC), Infantry Moving Target Carrier Systems (IMTS), Target Holding Mechanism Tank Gunnery (THMTG) an Enhanced Remote Target Systems (ERETS). Operates and performs maintenance on power generating and portable power source equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess experience or training which demonstrates the ability to use and maintain electronic and electrical equipment, components, and ability to perform repairs and testing. Candidates must have knowledge of standard troubleshooting techniques in order to troubleshoot for common recurring kinds of defects.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must possess experience or training demonstrating knowledge of electronics, test equipment, measuring devices, and equipment used to assemble, disassemble, clean, replace, or adjust target systems and control panels. Candidates must be proficient in reading and interpreting technical manuals, specifications, and wiring diagrams to aid in minor troubleshooting and repairs of defected equipment.
NOTE: Minimum Requirements and Specialized Experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. Applicants must provide from (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) dates and hours worked per week with description of your specialized experience on the
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade and assignment prior to the effective date of placement.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Range Safety Level 2 certification AND a Wildland Firefighting Red Card within 12 months of employment.
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Type of Appointment: Indefinite
Tenure: Group 3
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
FLSA: Exempt
Telework: The duties of this position require primary physical presence. Situational telework may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Para/Line: 1910 / 093 and 095
Selecting Official: 2LT Cody David
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Primary consideration will be made from Areas 1, 2 and 4. If referrals are not made from the target category, subsequent referrals may next be made from Area 6 (if eligible).
Area 1: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) WY ARNG employees assigned to the Training Center Command.
Area 2: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) T32 Dual Status technicians employed within the Wyoming Army National Guard.
Area 4: All current M-day soldiers of the Wyoming Army National Guard.
Area 6: Current military members of the US Army, Army Reserves, or other states' Army National Guard units or prior service members of one of those military branches. Must be willing/eligible to join the Wyoming Army National Guard as a military member prior to appointment to position.
MILITARY GRADE
Min: E3 / PFC
Max: E5 / SGT
Over-grade applicants must provide a written demotion statement of understanding with application, willingness to be administratively reduced in grade (E5/SGT) if selected for this position. A Demotion Statement of Understanding is located at: https://go.usa.gov/xEeWG
Enlisted Applicants' under- or over-grade (without a written demotion statement of understanding with application) will not be considered for this vacancy. Acceptance of this position does not in any way constitute a military promotion.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Work involves repairing, installing, operating, and maintaining a variety of Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, such as Armor Moving Target Carriers (AMTC), Infantry Moving Target Carrier Systems (IMTS), Target Holding Mechanism Tank Gunnery (THMTG) an Enhanced Remote Target Systems (ERETS). Operates and performs maintenance on power generating and portable power source equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess experience or training which demonstrates the ability to use and maintain electronic and electrical equipment, components, and ability to perform repairs and testing. Candidates must have knowledge of standard troubleshooting techniques in order to troubleshoot for common recurring kinds of defects.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must possess experience or training demonstrating knowledge of electronics, test equipment, measuring devices, and equipment used to assemble, disassemble, clean, replace, or adjust target systems and control panels. Candidates must be proficient in reading and interpreting technical manuals, specifications, and wiring diagrams to aid in minor troubleshooting and repairs of defected equipment.
NOTE: Minimum Requirements and Specialized Experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. Applicants must provide from (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) dates and hours worked per week with description of your specialized experience on the
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade and assignment prior to the effective date of placement.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Range Safety Level 2 certification AND a Wildland Firefighting Red Card within 12 months of employment.
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
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/register/)
The Wyoming Military Department's (WYMD) 335, Personnel - General Merit Placement & Promotion Plan, is available at: https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/WYMD-335-MPP-15-April-2023.pdf
Please do not send/fax/courier/email any applications or resumes to the Wyoming National Guard Human Resource Office, you must apply on-line via www.USAJOBS.gov. The Human Resource can only process materials received through USA Jobs.
Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, student loan repayment bonuses, and other education incentives. Acceptance of a Technician position over 180 days will result in suspension or termination these military incentives. Contact unit representative or Wyoming Army National Guard Education Services Officer at (307) 772-5126 for more information.
TENURE: GROUP III - INDEFINITE
Purpose: To fill a position that may last for more than 1 year where the need for an employee's services is not permanent or management expects the position to potentially become permanent (career or career-conditional) at some time in the future.
Often used to backfill positions left vacant by employees entering Title 10 or Title 32 military orders with reemployment rights. An employee with statutory reemployment rights (USERRA) is protected for five years.
Indefinite employees may be terminated or displaced at management's discretion with a 30-day written notice when the position and/or employee's services are no longer needed.
The potential exists for non-competitive conversion to career-conditional or career appointment within the Excepted Service under the following conditions:
- Incumbent was appointed under open, competitive procedures to the indefinite position.
- Incumbent completes at least 1 year of current continuous service under an indefinite appointment.
- Incumbent's performance under an indefinite appointment is a least "fully successful" or equivalent.
- Outplacement program requirements have been met, and
- Similarly situated employees (in the same title, pay plan, series and grade) within the organization, hired under the same appointment conversion provision, have been considered under internal competition procedures.
Employees serving a T32 Indefinite appointment are entitled to the following employee benefits:
- Accrual of annual, sick, and military leave
- Health and life insurance benefits
- Enrollment in the Thrift Savings Plan, and
- Enrollment in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
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.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to reflect your abilities more accurately, or you may lose consideration for this position.
If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job-related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills, and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.
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Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume - Required
* Full name, mailing address, email address, and phone numbers where you can be reached
* A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
* Show actual begin and end dates (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) format and hours worked per week for all work experience submitted.
* List all pertinent civilian and military experiences.
* Describe duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
2. Records Review - Required
* US Army, US Army Reserves, and Army National Guard members must submit an Enlisted Records Brief (ERB) or DA Form 2-1 with application. May be available via: https://arngg1.ngb.army.mil/v3/SelfService/CareerCenter/Home.aspx
3. Wildland Firefighting Red Card and Range Safety Level 2 - if already obtained
Selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Range Safety Level 2 certification AND a Wildland Firefighting Red Card within 12 months of employment.
4.College Transcripts - Optional
5. Cover Letter - Optional
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/12394297
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/
Agency contact information
William Pacheco
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WY Training Center Command
PO Box 399
Guernsey, WY 82214
US
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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Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume - Required
* Full name, mailing address, email address, and phone numbers where you can be reached
* A narrative of your work (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other experiences that may be related to this vacancy
* Show actual begin and end dates (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) format and hours worked per week for all work experience submitted.
* List all pertinent civilian and military experiences.
* Describe duties (work experience) in your own words. Do not submit copies or official position descriptions.
2. Records Review - Required
* US Army, US Army Reserves, and Army National Guard members must submit an Enlisted Records Brief (ERB) or DA Form 2-1 with application. May be available via: https://arngg1.ngb.army.mil/v3/SelfService/CareerCenter/Home.aspx
3. Wildland Firefighting Red Card and Range Safety Level 2 - if already obtained
Selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain Range Safety Level 2 certification AND a Wildland Firefighting Red Card within 12 months of employment.
4.College Transcripts - Optional
5. Cover Letter - Optional
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Learn more about this agency
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/12394297
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/
Agency contact information
William Pacheco
- Address
-
WY Training Center Command
PO Box 399
Guernsey, WY 82214
US
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.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!
WYOMING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Wyoming Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Wyoming Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Wyoming Army National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
This is a Standing Register advertisement. Certificate(s) of Eligibles will be issued if a qualified applicant is received and selected. Applications will be reviewed on or shortly after the following dates: 6 Aug 24, 17 Sep 24, 3 Oct 24, 19 Nov 24, 10 Dec 24, 14 Jan 25, 4 Feb 25, 4 Mar 25, 15 Apr 25, 20 May 25, 10 Jun 25, and 1 Jul 25,.
Agency contact information
William Pacheco
- Address
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WY Training Center Command
PO Box 399
Guernsey, WY 82214
US