TRAINING SPECIALIST (T32)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a TRAINING SPECIALIST (T32), Position Description Number D0579000and is part of the AL DCSOPS JFHQ, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: DCSOPS, ANNISTON, AL

SELECTING OFFICIAL: COL S. WITHERINGTON

This job is open to

• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.

Clarification from the agency

Title 32
CAT 1- All on board Federal Employees/Technicians within the ALARNG (T32 and T5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite)

Duties

(1) Develops short and long term training plans (5 years and more) for the state. Reviews and analyzes regulations, directives and documents of higher, lower and adjacent headquarters to ensure training objectives are identified and met. Evaluates plans to ensure compliance with training regulations, guidance and policies. Identifies weaknesses and problem areas in training plans, Forces Command (FORSCOM) 1Rs (evaluation of training activities) and schedules. Evaluates units overall effectiveness to accomplish the ARNG mission. Recommends and develops solutions, procedures oralternatives to accomplish training objectives and goals. Provides guidance and assistance to major commands regarding readiness, plans and schedules. Develops transportation and support requirements for military airlifts necessary for mission accomplishment. Provides advice to subordinate commands on military operations.

(2) Serves as state's marksmanship coordinator. Coordinates resources to ensure units have a viable ongoing unit marksmanship program as outlined in ARNG policy. Promotes the marksmanship program to commanders. Encourages active participation. Researches, identifies and analyses problems inherent to marksmanship. Develops viable solutions to resolve marksmanship problems. Recommends courses of action to Training Administrator, POT0 and commanders.

(3) Reviews FORSCOM 5-year exercise plans. Coordinates changes with Adjutant General staff, Continental United States Army (CONUSA), NGB and major organizations/installations. Evaluates exercise plans. Recommends priorities to accomplish training objectives. Determines training needs through analysis and interpretation of a wide variety of directives, regulations and training objectives of DA and NGB. Analyses training evaluation programs. Develops surveys and questionnaires to evaluate training effectiveness.

(4) Analyzes the 5-year Overseas Deployment Training (ODT)Plan. Coordinates and disseminates changes to the ODT Plan with CONUSA, NGB, TAG staff, USPhPO and units. Attends and participates in CONUS, OCONUS major command conferences and training meetings.

(5) Manages Key Personnel Upgrade Program (KPUP). Develops KPUP opportunities with CONUS and OCONUS active component commands. Coordinates with CONUS, OCQNDS, UACOWS, NGB and ARNG units during execution of training opportunities. Develops plans, policies and guidelines for state KPUP.

(6) Manages Technical' Assistance Program and Special Training Program. Reviews requests for active component support, staff's requests for technical assistance and prepares recommendations to Training Administrator. Drafts instructions and guidance to units with approved assistance missions. Coordinates with CONUSAs, Readiness Groups and various military installations.

(7) Develops plans and procedures for directed and nondirected training to include affiliation, round out and split unit out-of-state. Disseminates training opportunities and invitations and coordinates with active and reserve units to consummate training. Reviews and recommends action on requests for utilization of training facilities at active installations or other agency facilities and coordinates scheduling of their use.

(8) Manages Nuclear Biological Chemical (NBC) Program. Identifies individual, collective and team training requirements. Ensures proper testing methods and procedures are employed. Ensures specialized training requirements are met (medical, aviation and weapons qualifications). Serves as a technical expert in NBC.

(9) Manages Physical Training (PT) Program. Monitors testing and evaluates results of command level program. Performs profile tracking. Evaluates trends for identifying strengths and weaknesses of the program. Provides recommendations on overall direction of state level PT program.

(10) Coordinates on displaced equipment training and new equipment training with staff management officials as required. Provides budget input for special training activities for the state operating budget and mid-year review.

(11) Acts for the supervisor in his/her absence. May participate as a member of the Force Modernization Committee and state Readiness committee.

(12) 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at 800-464-8273 prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: CPT

MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MAJ

*Other Requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

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: 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. 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:

• Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s).
• Supervising or administering a training program.
• Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results.
• Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:

Major study education or a subject area related to the position to be filled.

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

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/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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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.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  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.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  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 (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.
  
  
  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/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/12493693
  
  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
  
  COL Steven Witherington
  
  Phone
  
  334-213-7692
  
  Email
  
  steven.d.witherington.mil@army.mil
  
  Address
  
  AL DCSOPS JFHQ
  
  1720 Congressman Dickinson Dr
  
  Montgomery, AL 3610-0711
  
  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 and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

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 (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s, transcripts and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.


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/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/12493693

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

COL Steven Witherington

Phone

334-213-7692

Email

steven.d.witherington.mil@army.mil

Address

AL DCSOPS JFHQ

1720 Congressman Dickinson Dr

Montgomery, AL 3610-0711

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.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request