This National Guard position is for a MANAGEMENT ANALYST, Position Description Number D2677000 and is part of J3, Nebraska Army National Guard. INDEFINITE EMPLOYMENT IS TEMPORARY IN NATURE. BENEFITS ARE THE SAME AS A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. THIS POSTION MAY CONVERT TO PERMANENT WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

Duties

As a MANAGEMENT ANALYST, GS-0343-9, duties include: 1. Assists in the development and coordination of Deliberate Planning, strategic polices, initiatives and concepts related to transformation, federal and state homeland security/homeland defense, interagency coordination, and selected other activities of the State. Assists in the development of local policies, procedures, and guidance for use by managers; documents objectives to implement the strategic plan, process improvement and quality programs. Analyze, interpret, and assess external guidance from The National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy, Department of Defense (DoD), the Governor, and National Guard Bureau (NGB) to assist in development of corresponding State policy and protocols. Provides researched information to directorates, assist with the conduct of mission analysis, develops concepts of operations, and produce planning guidance. Assists managers in developing and incorporating management views into a positive mission, and vision, which recognizes the requirements of higher headquarters, provides measurable improvements, and effectively deals with customer needs. Assists the supervisor in formulating the State's position on a variety of issues; assists in preparing positions briefs to civilian leaders, Congressional staff, legislators and national associations. 2. Assists with coordination of Security Cooperation/State Partnership Programs and Homeland Defense Cooperation Key Leader Engagements, CONUS/OCONUS training events, country clearances, support requirements, transportation, scheduling, training and educational activities for multiple annual events, and the development of proposed State Partnership and Security Cooperation. Assist in the preparation of current Security Cooperation/State Partnership Program status briefs to the J-5, Army/Air Services, DOJS and the Adjutant General. Assists in budget planning, obligations, execution, and tracking of expenditures for the directorate. 3. Evaluates the organizations program performance against stated goals by compiling, organizing, and analyzing data in the development of trend analysis. Tasks are unique in nature, requiring the development of standalone processes and techniques to formulate decisions or policy. Collects, reviews, and inputs data into computer system and audits output data. 4. Participates in government and non-government seminars, conferences and workshops; coordinates and networks with government and non-government agencies and organizations. Research multiple sources for information and analyzes data in order to develop position, point and information papers as well as briefings. Prepares reports, graphs and charts for presentations and archives. Prepares for and coordinates associated travel to meetings, conferences and planning groups. 5. Research government and private industry strategies/successes; assesses the value of different technology and provides guidance to managers. Interacts with and encourages managers, directors, supervisors and employees to consider, explore, and develop ideas and approaches to improve government products, services and performance. Facilitates, assists, and leads group/work teams in defining and recommending improvements to accomplish specific objectives. Provides guidance and assists teams in developing monitoring processes/systems and measurement criteria. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Military membership in the Nebraska National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment 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.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory
• Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. 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. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-7458. OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 and 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard. AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Grades: Maximum: O3/CW3/E8; Minimum: O2/WO1/E6;Military Grade inversion within the full time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised. Security Clearance/Background Check requirements: In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work. Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency. Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume. Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - [email protected]; 402-309-8319. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes and principles of management. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 24 months experience which has provided a working knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience analyzing, interpreting and developing policies and procedures of local management.

Education

Substitution of Education for specialized experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements.

Contacts

• Address NE J3 2433 NW 24th Street Lincoln, NE 68524 US
• Name: Jon Sronce
• Phone: 402-309-8173
• Email: [email protected]