THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a EDUCATION TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number T5213000 and is part of the LA ARNG J1 PERSONNEL AND MANPOWER, National Guard.

Duties

Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Performs a variety of administrative functions in support of the Education Services Programs in a State. Administers tests, assures that tests are conducted in accordance with standard procedures prescribed in the applicable regulations, and maintains records of results achieved. Consolidates, reviews, and requests data from iMARC, and other databases. Records individual education levels against goals and documents efforts made to increase those levels. Prepares reports of program achievements and budget requirements. 2. Consolidates information recorded in monthly program evaluation reports prepared from attendance records, contracts, or other sources and puts this information into the prescribed format. Maintains and updates State Education Web Site. Maintains records in accordance with prescribed procedures, including those pertaining to, troop educational levels, enrollment, attendance, and completion data, personal interview summaries, and subsequent recommendations, testing schedules and instructions, and other information. Receives, evaluates, and certifies transcripts. 3. Maintains accountability for educational funds. Monitors expenditures and obligations against allotted budget. Checks expenditure documents for propriety, posts data, and balances accounts. Prepares requests for contracts using established procedures and readily available information. Receives and processes invoices from institutions. Recoup Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) when applicable. Prepares requests for contract using established procedures and readily available information. Contacts vendors concerning unsubmitted bills. 4. Provides information and briefings concerning educational services such as placement tests, Montgomery G.I. Bill (MGIB), all levels (intermediate through post-graduate) of educational programs and courses, tuition assistance, and other services available to qualified personnel who have requested this information. Information provided included program/course or tuition assistance program requirements, enrollment fees and other expenses, and other information that is readily available in program brochures, government publications, or other sources. 5. May serve as the control officer for all civilian high school and college tests. Prepares required quarterly reports and audits regarding test material. Administers Army Personnel Testing (APT) (i.e. Flight Test, ASVAB, etc.). 6. In the absence of a designated guidance counselor, may advise and counsel personnel regarding educational opportunities that would complement their career or educational goals. Discusses potential benefit of course or educational program in terms of career advancement and self development. Advice provided typically involves helping personnel select educational programs or courses that are best suited to their background and goals or evaluating prior education to determine applicability to other programs when in-depth analysis is not required. Complex counseling assignments, such as assisting personnel in the definition of educational goals or weighing various educational options, are referred to higher authority. 7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• You must submit all required documents (see "Required Documents" section).
• Must possess or be able to obtain the proper clearance type and level within one year of appointment according to DoD Personnel Security Program Management Directives.
• 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.
• Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
• Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
• This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Mustpossess the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade; experiences, education, or training that demonstrated the ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise demonstrates the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least Twelve (12) months experience equivalent to at least GS-06 or Thirty-six (36) months experiences that demonstrated the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (Competencies/KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position; knowledge of Army or Air Force vision, values, organization, policy, and mission is mandatory; knowledge in training centers, training programs, schools, and units; some experiences in conducting or developing education and training programs; experiences conducting, supervising, or developing education or training programs, basic understanding in the Army or Air Force education and training policy requirements; experiences in working programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries; knowledge is necessary of audio-visual presentation, educational tests and measurements, and instructing techniques; knowledge of Army or Air Force education and training programs in regard to their principles, and procedures.

Education

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.

Contacts

• Address LA ARNG J1 PERSONNEL AND MANPOWER 496 3RD STREET PINEVILLE, LA 71360 US
• Name: LANG HRO INBOX
• Phone: 504-278-8600
• Email: [email protected]