Summary THIS IS AN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: ARNG TRAINING SITE CMD DET LOCATION: Camp Ripley/Little Falls SELECTING OFFICIAL: MAJ Popp, Michael, michael.j.popp9.mil@army.mil or (320) 616-2710 ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED Responsibilities Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A OPERATIONS AND TRAINING MANAGER (T32), GS-0301-11, 1. Serves as senior operations officer for integration and synchronization of DPTMS/DPOTS operations for the Garrison Training Center and training support. Establishes DPTMS/DPOTS integration requirements, responsibilities, and master training and support schedules with timelines. Creates, designs, develops a DPTMS/DPOTS integration plan utilizing in-process reviews (IPRs) as the foundation for information sharing and milestone review processes. Integration of the training support plans involves evaluation, analysis and implementation of process management, net assessments, future management, implication analysis, option management, issue management and other related management studies. Coordinates support commanders and staff officers from active and reserve military units (and nonmilitary organizations) in tactical training requirements within the training center as required. Creates, prepares, and documents the development and updating of the training center Five-Year Range Development Plan in coordination with other directorates. (25%) 2. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities as directed by the DPTMS/DPOTS. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Assists with selecting candidates for subordinate non-supervisory positions and selects subordinate supervisory positions taking into consideration skills and qualifications, and mission requirements. Ensures reasonable equity among units of performance standards developed, modified, and/or interpreted and rating techniques developed by subordinate supervisors. Explains performance expectations to subordinate supervisors and employees directly supervised and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Appraises performance of subordinate supervisors and other employees directly supervised and serves as reviewing official on evaluation of non-supervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors. Hears and resolves group grievances and employee complaints referred by subordinate supervisors and employees. Initiates actions to correct performance or conduct problems. Ensures documentation prepared to support actions is proper and complete. Approves leave for subordinates and ensures adequate coverage in organization through peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time. Discharges security responsibilities by ensuring education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material. Recognizes and takes appropriate action to correct situations posing a threat to the health or safety of subordinates. Provides a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Ensures that subordinate supervisors have effective interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills to supervise in a workplace with diverse employees. (25%) 3. Assists the DPTMS/DPOTS in executing, coordinating, and integrating assigned mission, functions, and operations. Reviews, critiques, and monitors execution plans and programs of the DPTMS/DPOTS. Reviews incoming and outgoing correspondence for the DPTMS/DPOTS for clarity and control. Ensures that only essential and appropriate materials are reviewed by the DPTMS/DPOTS. Keeps the DPTMS/DPOTS informed on the overall conditions, trends, and critical issues in each subordinate element for those significant subjects assigned daily. Ensures that information from the staff, subordinate's supervisors, and high headquarters is provided to the DPTMS/DPOTS in a timely manner. Reviews and reports the status for utilization and distribution of resources to achieve assigned mission, including analysis of the effectiveness of organization's structure and staffing patterns. Assists in the development of goals and objectives as well as persona goals of the DPTMS/DPOTS. Recommends solutions to problems or policy changes as required. (20%) 4. Accomplishes special projects and undertakes numerous initiatives to improve training support integration and collective training readiness. Makes training support resolution to matter which are often controversial, complicated, or sets precedent; coordinates or negotiates matters of considerable consequences; or affects prominent and fundamental issues in the subject matter field. Develops and implements pilot programs intended to improve performance; responds to Commander's taskings; answers internal, external, and higher headquarters inquiries; or correct a deficiency affecting several organizational units; prepares correspondence as required; communicates formally with other agencies and data sources. (20%) Performs other duties as assigned. The above does not list all duties. The full list of duties can be provided upon request. Requirements Conditions of Employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Minnesota 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. Applicants who are not currently a member of the MN National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. Most MNNG position are 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. 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 MILITARY COMPATIBILITY: Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility. The individual selected must be assigned to a compatible military position and must also maintain satisfactory membership in the Minnesota Army National Guard. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. MILITARY GRADES: Officer O1 (2LT) - O4 (MAJ) Failure to obtain a compatible MOS may result in termination of employment. GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. 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. GS-11 and above - 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a @type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Education EDUCATION: f using education to qualify, a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree is required 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 REMARKS: No PCS available. Position will not be filled until current incumbent vacates. Sensitivity Level 2. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. - Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Acceptance of a Technician position may result in the termination of your Selected Reserve bonus. IMPORTANT NOTES: Should a position be announced at less than the authorized grade, the selected applicant may be non-competitively promoted when he/she meets all qualifications and is submitted for promotion by the supervisor. IAW NGR 600-25 AND AFI 36-101, grade inversion within the full-time workforce is not permitted. Males applicants born after 31 December 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System in compliance with the Defense Authorization Act of 1986, Section 1622 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible MOS in the Minnesota Army National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently enlisted in the Minnesota Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate enlistment or appointment. For enlistment/appointment criteria, consult www.nationalguard.com. Military skill set is determined by MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS. The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position without discrimination for any non-merit reason(s) such as age, race, religion, gender, ethnic origin or non-disqualifying disability. Pre-selection is not only counter-productive to effective recruitment and placement, but also violates The Merit Placement Principles and will not be tolerated. If you have information or questions regarding this issue, please contact the Equal Employment Manager at 651-282-4472 or 651-282-4078.
