THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM MANAGER (MISSION SUPPORT OFFICER) (T32), Position Description Number D1676000 and is part of the AL 187TH Fighter Wing, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: 187TH FW, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: COL JAY SPOHN

Duties

1.Provides group level direction and management for work characterized as infrastructure support for organizations and tenants of the host ANG base. Directs work to be accomplished by an organization consisting of 8 - 12 full-time direct-report subordinate supervisors and 100-150 base support employees in technician grades up to GS-13, Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) military grades up to Lt Colonel, and various state program and contract employees engaged in supervisory, professional, technical and administrative work. The base level of work managed and directed is determined to be GS-11. Directs and supervises, through subordinate supervisors, staff and production functions affecting base operating support through a wide variety of high cost, sophisticated communications and computer systems, personnel data systems, real property assets, and associated equipment that comprise a significant share of base fiscal resources. A work force of highly skilled staff management, professional, administrative, technical, trades, and crafts occupations in air technician, AGR, state employee, contract employee, and traditional guard status accomplish the work. Employees are employed under a variety of personnel programs, to include AGR, Federal, contractor, and state. Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Plans, develops and publishes mission support policies and procedures within the established controls of higher command echelons. Assigns work to subordinate units based on priorities, work requirements and responsibility assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Reviews, accepts, amends or rejects work which has been accomplished through subordinate supervisors. Consults with subordinate supervisors and training specialists on employee development and training needs. Ensures provision of such development and training. Makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinate supervisors. Collaborates with leaders of other units to negotiate, determine, decide on, and/or coordinate work affecting other units not personally supervised. Advises state, local, and Federal officials with broader and higher responsibilities on problems involving the relationship of the work of the organizations supervised to broader programs, and work impact on such programs. Coordinates legal and technical criteria and procedures for rendering decisions associated with mission support functions and corollary higher headquarters and cross-functioning agencies. Plans, develops, and executes support annexes to USAF and MAJCOM operating plans. Evaluates and monitors combat readiness of all mission support functions and branches, as well as all wing personnel, with regard to survivability, chemical defense, and weapons qualification. Reviews and integrates mission support elements with the Operations and Aircraft Maintenance Groups to ensure the units' ability to survive and operate under various conditions. Ensures appropriate service is provided to all geographically separated units (GSU) supported by the host base. Directs all host base infrastructure activities and functions. Evaluates supervisors and reviews evaluations made by supervisors for their assigned employees. Approves selections for supervisory and non-supervisory positions. Hears and resolves group grievances and serious employee complaints not resolved at a lower level. Reviews serious disciplinary cases and disciplinary problems involving group employees and determines required action. Ensures position descriptions of subordinates are accurate. Establishes work performance standards for branch chiefs and other key personnel and completes annual performance evaluations. Reviews evaluations completed by subordinate supervisors for their assigned personnel. Initiates disciplinary and promotion actions, and approves/disapproves those initiated by subordinate supervisors. Initiates and reviews recommendations for performance awards. Approves expenditure of funds for employee travel, within grade increases, and the like. Approves leave for key personnel and provides final approval of an overall leave schedule for the organization. Counsels subordinates, explains personnel policies, hears grievances and resolves work problems. Reviews the personnel program within the organization to ensure subordinate supervisors are effectively accomplishing their personnel management responsibilities. Implements and enforces diversity, equal employment opportunity, and labor-management relations programs. When appointed, serves as a management representative for labor contract negotiations. Oversees and directs the planning, scheduling, and implementation of host base operating support programs to meet local mission requirements, as well as Federal and state requirements, regulations and statutes. (2) Performs other duties as assigned. PLEASE CONTACT HRO FOR COMPLETE POSITION DESCRIPTION.

Requirements

• 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.
• COVID19: Please see, additional information.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position. Minimum Military Rank: Lt Col Maximum Military Rank: Col *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, education or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level in the following tasks: Analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Education

Substitution of Education for specialized experience: There are no educational substitution requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address AL 187TH Fighter Wing 5187 Selma Hwy Montgomery, AL 36108 US
• Name: Jay Spohn
• Phone: 334-394-7201
• Email: [email protected]