Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians. PDCN: D2261000 Selecting Supervisor: Thomas Elmore

Duties

Serves as the primary staff officer for the formulation of plans, policies, and the programming and budgeting data pertaining to operations and security. Provides oversight of military support programs requiring interface with civilian agencies and organizations; training facilities; individual and collective training; professional development and enhancement education. Responsible for readiness, force management and mobilization in support of ARNG personnel and units assigned in the state or territory. Plans, develops, manages and directs the execution of multi-million dollar budget programs. Advises the TAG and NGB on the condition and progress of programs and initiatives of the directorate. Serves on various national and state councils, committees, and boards to ensure consideration of impacts on readiness. Exercises oversight/execution of the coordination for support of training, operations, and organizational functions in readiness and immediate military response to natural or manmade situations and emergencies. State point of contact for local/state/federal agencies in planning, managing, and executing Military Support to Civil Authorities (MSCA), including response to terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD). Manages State Partnership Program (SPP) which requires meeting on a regular basis with senior State Department officials, foreign ambassadors, and senior officials with nongovernmental agencies and international agents. Responsible for coordinating federal, state and private industry resources with elected officials to accomplish international goodwill missions, collective training, and support for emerging democracies. Oversees a variety of complex, interactive database systems and automated programs in support of program. Key player in implementation and use of Distance Learning and training aids, devices, simulators and simulations (TADSS) in support of training and readiness. Provides oversight and supervision to the joint state counterdrug program through management of resources and coordination with federal, state and local law enforcement and drug reduction agencies. Assesses, integrates, and synchronizes Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) & Civil Military Program requirements into current training plans within resource and readiness constraints. Provides management guidance and leadership to subordinate personnel as the program manager for the directorate. Manages formulation and planning of organizational objectives, policies, priorities, and procedures to ensure the National Guard missions are implemented in a timely and efficient manner. Formulation includes establishment and revision of plans, policies, programs, and budgets incidental to the functional responsibilities of the directorate. Involves planning, directing, coordinating, controlling, and evaluating the varied activities of the functional areas to include Operations, Training, Mobilization, Readiness, Force Management, Military Support to Civil Authorities, Training Sites, Regional Training Institutes, Civil Support Teams, and programs such as Counterdrug, State Partnership, Youth and other community support programs. Functional area personnel accomplish resolution of emergency situations or unusual problems which develop in the daily operation of the office. Serves as the primary directorate in conducting long-range planning. Assesses, interprets, and adapts National Guard Bureau (NGB), Forces Command (FORSCOM), Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Continental United States-Army (CONUSA), and Commander-in-Chief's intent into training guidance and directives for command elements. Directs preparation of state plans, focusing on synchronization of resources for national and international goals and objectives using National Military Strategy, Department of State, Department of Defense, Army Planning Guidance, and National Guard Bureau directives as guides. Reviews and oversees appropriate corrective action on inspection or evaluation reports and documents of any Joint military or ARNG operation, training, force structure, force protection, mobilization, and readiness issues. Represents the state Adjutant General in public meetings and conferences. Presents and explains State National Guard plans, policies, and decisions on training, operational readiness policies, force structure, military support requirements, and regulations with authority to make commitments for the State Adjutant General. Manages conduct of complex and extensive Joint/Combined coordination of requirements and resources with NGB, FORSCOM, TRADOC, CONUSA, state, local, and international governments, and other major military commands. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Alaska Army National Guard membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• U.S. Citizenship and Secret Clearance is required.
• Bargaining Unit: Non- Bargaining
• May require participation in random drug testing.
• APPOINTMENT FACTORS: Excepted/Officer in the Alaska Army National Guard.
• MILITARY GRADE REQUIREMENT: Due to the nature of this position, the minimum military grade is Lieutenant Colonel (LTC/O5) and the maximum military grade is Colonel (COL/O6).
• TEMPORARY PROMOTION: Since competitive procedures were used, this temporary promotion could lead to a permanent promotion without further competition.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• 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.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• **This position is being advertised as Bring your Own Authority (BOA); as such, the selected applicant must bring their employing authority (with command approval) with them to the new position.**

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE is 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. GS-14 - Must have at least 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 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. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Experience providing oversight of military support programs requiring interface with civilian agencies and organizations; training facilities; individual and collective training; professional development and enhancement education. Experience planning, directing, coordinating, controlling, and evaluating the varied activities of the functional areas to include Operations, Training, Mobilization, Readiness, Force Management, Military Support to Civil Authorities, Training Sites, Regional Training Institutes, Civil Support Teams, and programs such as Counterdrug, State Partnership, Youth and other community support programs. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification. The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position. Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed. Your record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.

Contacts

• Address Alaska Army National Guard P.O Box 5800 JBER, AK 99505 US
• Name: Lester Nathaniel Tuazon
• Phone: 907-428-6351
• Email: [email protected]