THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST (COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS) (T5), Position Description Number T5111000 and is part of the AL USPFO, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: USPFO, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: COL STEVEN TINDOLL

Duties

1. Develops Special Military Projects and modifications to Cooperative Agreements, Grants, developing ISSAs, MIPRs, MOUs and related operational and business procedures and processes. Analyzes, organizes and oversees/manages the full range of cooperative agreement management duties from pre-negotiation of cooperative agreement requirements and reimbursements, with applicable Directors/Program Managers, through inception to final approval, and administration through closeout. Plans, organizes, directs, controls and reviews the full spectrum of complex long range (5 year agreement plan) Cooperative Agreements and related functions. Using analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, ensures state contracting operations, other required services, resources, and materials are acquired for new and existing cooperative agreement programs and often decides on different or unrelated processes and methods with conflicting data and with several possible courses of action to meet these required objectives. Manages and administers complex or sensitive cooperative agreement issues or problem areas independently that may arise and ensures regulatory and enforcement programs are administered to select appropriate evaluation, measurement, controls, audits, etc., are adhered to by Federal and state agencies. Coordinates with the state's Military Department Resource Manager and National Guard Bureau (NGB) Principal Agent Responsible for Contracting (PARC) regarding cooperative agreement support for the state National Guard (NG) mission, and its programs and objectives, by providing evaluation, planning and program analysis expertise to all aspects of the cooperative agreement program. Plans, develops, prepares and coordinates all aspects of ISSAs, MOAs, MOUs, and MIPRs associated with Cooperative Agreements. Develops and negotiates types of positions for reimbursement and level of reimbursements with applicable State Program managers and others within the respective Department of Military Affairs, and in conjunction with the respective State Adjutant General or his representative, implements the Cooperative Agreement Consolidated Personnel Plan, if required and approved by the USPFO. 2. Performs qualitative and quantitative techniques to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of Master Cooperative Agreements, and Master Construction Cooperative Agreements, and their related technical programs (examples include ARNG and Air National Guard (ANG) Facilities Operations and Maintenance Programs, Security Guard Program, Challenge and StarBase Youth Programs; Full-Time Dining Facility Operations, Aviation Training and Base Operations, Electronic Security Systems Operations and Maintenance, Sustainable Range Program and Telecommunications, Distance Learning, and the ARNG Professional Education Center (PEC) Operations; and ANG Combat Readiness Training Center (CRTC) Base Operating Support, Air Traffic Control Activities, Fire Protection, Natural and Cultural Resources Management, Family Readiness and Support Program; and Homeland Defense initiatives for the ARNG and ANG). Applies appropriate program evaluation and measurement in order to prepare project papers and staff reports and provides briefings to NGB PARC and other NGB Directorate Staff personnel, Joint Force, and respective state managers to encourage understanding and acceptance (to ensure program compliance) of the Cooperative Agreements Program. 3. Incumbent serves as the USPFO's principal authority and subject matter expert in all Cooperative Agreements, Grants, ISSAs, MIPRs, MOUs, and grant matters. Advises the USPFO, TAG, NGB PARC, and other senior officials and staff regarding Cooperative Agreement and Grant matters for current and future plans involving complex Cooperative Agreements and their effect on long term projects and programs within the state NG. Ensures that applicable Program Managers and State Department of Military Affairs personnel comply with the provisions of regulations and laws pertaining to pertinent Cooperative Agreements. Provides training to Federal and state program managers and individuals with responsibilities associated with the Cooperative Agreements Program. Develops and maintains reports to include the Defense Assistance Awards Data System (DAADS) reporting, CA Program status report to the USPFO, ISR reports, and quarterly reports to the Chief of Staff, Annual Assurance Statements, and various other required NG reports. Develops and maintains both internal and external Cooperative Agreement Standing Operating Procedures. FOR FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION CONTACT HRO

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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

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 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. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the following: Experience analyzing and interpreting policies and the procedures of higher headquarters/management as to applicability to current policies. Experience presenting and discussing complex matters in a clear and convincing manner. Experience in communicating with people from various backgrounds and circumstances. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: This position requires knowledge to evaluate government programs and operational effectiveness, efficiency, or productively within these agencies, and internal compliance with the policies, laws, and regulations governing these programs. The position also requires the incumbent to perform a variety of management tasks involved in developing, implementing analyzing, evaluating, advising management on and/or improving the Cooperative Agreement Program and procedures. The position requires substantial knowledge of agency programs and activities; agency missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes and the analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to assess the Cooperative Agreements Program for efficiency and effectiveness.

Education

NOT APPLICABLE

Contacts

• Address AL USPFO 1740 Congressman Dickinson Dr Montgomery, AL 36109 US
• Name: Steven Tindoll
• Phone: 334-394-7476
• Email: [email protected]