THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a PROJECT COORDINATION SPECIALIST (Title 32), Position Description Number D2589000 and is part of the OK JFHQ, Oklahoma Army National Guard.

Duties

Serves as the Project Coordination Specialist responsible for gathering, coordinating and analyzing data, developing plans, reports, providing analysis and recommendations on various one-of-a-kind and nonrecurring projects/programs. Applies appropriate management analysis techniques, theories, concepts, and practices to plan, direct, and coordinate command efforts. Plans and coordinates messaging through Public Affairs and social media. MAJOR DUTIES: Analyzes, coordinates and/or performs a variety of special projects/program assignments and studies leading to the resolution of management problems and improvement of health and wellness operations. Independently develops a plan of action and recommends solutions. Coordinates with State ARNG/ANG Command staff, Directorates or Group Commanders, and NGB Functional Managers to obtain and exchange information and develop recommendations for management decisions. Monitors and analyzes program/project progress, recommending changes based on findings as needed. Develops all reports, briefings, and status of assigned projects/programs. Performs a wide variety of support duties to facilitate the work of the office. Arranges scheduling of appointments, meetings, briefings, and other commitments directly effecting future decisions and program direction. Provides management information, advice, and assistance to the State ARNG/ANG Command staff, Directorates or Group Commanders on programs/projects assigned. The incumbent research current Laws, DoD, Department of the Army (DA), Department of the Air Force (DAF), NGB, and State policy, and uses judgment to decide appropriate policy and procedures in relation to current projects, taskings, issues and concerns. Analyzes information and data; assesses progress of programs, projects, and processes. Organizes, manages, and presents information to include recommendations both formally and informally via oral and written means. Uses knowledge of graphics software to prepare charts and graphs, database or spreadsheet software to enter, revise, sort, research and retrieve data. Serves as a Project Manager for emerging projects assigned to/by the State. Responsible for establishing project teams, managing budget requirements throughout project life cycle, leads team in identification of goals and objectives, stakeholders, tasks, associated risks, and milestones. Determines workload structure to identify tasks and assign resources. Uses knowledge and experience to analyze information and make quick and appropriate decisions. Routinely keeps State ARNG/ANG Command staff apprised of project status. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with coordinating organizations. Delivers presentations on program status, accomplishments, problems, support requirements, and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians in other program offices throughout the command. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Responsible for the work of assigned personnel. Performs the supervisory and managerial responsibilities. Assigns work to functional staff members in accordance with established organization mission and functions, workload fluctuations and personnel availability. Defines and interprets governing policies, procedures and regulations. Provides financial advice and renders decisions on major problems. Reviews operating procedures and policies with respect to the desired performance objectives of management. Advises management of operating areas at risk of not achieving desired performance and recommends corrective actions. Develops or directs the development of new or changed internal operating procedures and instructions. Assigns and reviews work daily, weekly or monthly; ensures production and accuracy requirements are met; approves leave; and recommends performance standards and ratings. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns duties to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and capabilities of employees. Advises, counsels or instructs the employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for vacant positions and recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignments to such positions. Hears and resolves complaints from employees referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures--such as warnings and reprimands--and recommends other actions in more serious cases. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• 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.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret or higher security clearance. Required level is dependent upon the project/program.
• 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.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
• You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
• This is a National Guard dual status technician position which requires military membership.

Qualifications

Military Grades: O-1 through O-3 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months 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.

Education

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.

Completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for two months of specialized experience.

Education, training and/or certifications related to strength conditioning, fitness, health and wellness are neccessary for the development of action plans for prevention programs.

Contacts

• Address OK JFHQ 3501 MILITARY CIRCLE OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73111-4305 US
• Name: Virginia Salazar
• Phone: 405-228-5325
• Email: [email protected]