THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a GS-0060-11 CHAPLAIN (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1196000 in SPMD 1325 and is part of the MO Family and Warrior Support Division. APPOINTMENT FACTORS: This is an Indefinite Excepted Service position. This is a non-bargaining position. SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BELOW.

Duties

Provides full program management services for the State/Territory Chaplain Services program in accordance with National Guard Chaplain Service program goals and objectives. Oversees the execution of the Command Master Religious Program (CMRP) in conjunction with the State/Territory Chaplain. Assesses the needs of the various Chaplain Services program customers. Reviews training strategies that address the technical and tactical proficiencies of the state National Chaplain Service personnel, quality of life programs for personnel and their families, and needs of other Chaplain Service constituencies. Coordinates Chaplain Service personnel attendance at conferences, workshops, and training events such as Chaplain Regional Support Training, Marriage Enhancement Programs, Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training Programs. Ensures Chaplain support is provided to National Guard personnel and their families through the full spectrum of the deployment cycle (mobilization, deployment, employment, redeployment, and reconstitution). Responds to the needs of National Guard personnel and family members through both programs and direct care. Under the supervision of the higher echelon, coordinates Chaplain Service support during events such as natural disasters, man-made disasters , unit emergencies and during times of significant national events. Provides and/or coordinates religious support to National Guard personnel and their families as needed such as, but not limited to religious rites, sacraments and observances and religious services. Provides and/or coordinates religious support to National Guard personnel and their families as needed such as, but not limited to officiating at ceremonies, pastoral counseling, and referral; visitations. Provides and/or coordinates religious support to National Guard personnel and their families as needed such as, but not limited to personnel management issues. Provides and/or coordinates religious support to National Guard personnel and their families as needed such as, but not limited to crisis responder;. provides Provides information on religious organization, practices and customs; and provides spiritual leadership.

Requirements

• Management has the right to convert this position to permanent status without re-advertising.
• Employment can be terminated with a 30 day notice.
• In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the indefinite appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status.
• Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.
• Creditable Service for Annual Leave accrual may be granted to new employees if he/she possesses superior qualifications essential to the position; and which were acquired through performance in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position.
• The duties performed in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position must directly relate to the position to which appointed and such qualifications are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal to be eligible.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Army National Guard recruiter at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position.
• This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Missouri National Guard prior to the effective date of placement.
• 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at (573) 638-9500 extension 37647 for questions concerning recoupment or termination.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Pre-placement or baseline physical are required for newly hired or appointed Wage Grade personnel who may be potentially exposed to health hazards in the work environment.
• Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
• 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.

Qualifications

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 employing state's 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 at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position. Selected candidate will be required to be in a compatible military assignment prior to effective date of placement. Selected candidate must be MOS qualified within 12 months from date of appointment. Maximum and Minimum Military Grade - LTC (O-5) Officer - Branch 56 Supervisor must verify that selected individual occupies a compatible military position. Title 32 National Guard employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (grade inversion). BASIC REQUIREMENTS: A. Must possess a baccalaureate degree (not less than 120 semester hours) and have successfully completed three years of resident graduate study in theology or related subjects (Master of Divinity), or 72 semester hours (leading to an ecclesiastical certification as a member of the clergy) from an approved seminary or graduate school. B. Must have completed the Army Chaplain Officer Basic Course. C. Must have been ordained by a religious faith group or denomination that is recognized by the Department of Defense Armed Forces Chaplain Board; be educationally qualified for appointment as a chaplain; meet physical standards; and be otherwise qualified to serve as commissioned officers. D. Must be commissioned prior to age 40 or be less than age 42 with at least 2 years of prior military service. GS-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 36 months specialized experience, experience, education or training that included progressively responsible work in a professional program of spiritual welfare and religious guidance which demonstrates or provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for successful performance of the position. The major functional areas that comprise the total range of chaplaincy work are (1) the religious ministry, (2) administration, (3) training, and (4) research.

Education

Must possess a baccalaureate degree (not less than 120 semester hours)

Contacts

• Address MO Family and Warrior Support Division 2405 Logistics Road Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203 US
• Name: Angela McCall
• Phone: 573-638-9500 X37495
• Email: [email protected]