THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This purpose of the position is to develop and oversee the execution of the command's operations, training and diversity and inclusion strategy. DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 = (O5 - Below), Warrant Officer, and Enlisted members of the Louisiana National Guard. Area 2 = Applicants who are eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Louisiana National Guard.

Duties

Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Formulates, oversees and evaluates overall training programs for the State, to include diversity and inclusion Training. Develops short and long term training plans that support the Adjutant General's (TAG) training guidance. Issues instructions and procedures to subordinate organizations for the conduct of activities which meet the commander's training guidance and directives of higher headquarters. Establishes and monitors the conduct of a training evaluation program for subordinate organizations. Conducts and/or coordinates staff assistance visits and command level inspections in the area of training and diversity and inclusion. Evaluates the mission essential task lists of subordinate organizations to ensure conformity with higher headquarters, commander's guidance and intent, Army doctrine, and regulatory requirements. Reviews training evaluation and inspection reports to identify systemic problems and trends. Determines and formulates needed revisions or improvements to training activities. Reviews training plans and schedules of subordinate organizations for approval and revision as necessary to ensure compliance with yearly training guidance. Provides technical guidance and assistance to subordinate commanders or other operations and training personnel pertaining to scheduling and conducting training. Directs the scheduling and ensures the execution of special training courses on a variety of subjects to include diversity and inclusion. Coordinates with external training, evaluation and assistance organizations for the conduct and evaluation of Army training. 2. Develops and prepares annual operational and training budget requirements. Recommends sub-allocations of funding for subordinate organizations in accordance with annual funding allowance and established priorities. Approves requests for reallocation based on the commander's guidance and priorities and changes in scheduled training events. Evaluates, develops, and maintains command level policies commensurate with training directives issued by all echelons of command and the commander's guidance. 3. Develops, reviews and adjusts command level deployment and contingency operation plans. Provides technical guidance and assistance to subordinate units in the development of deployment and redeployment plans for use in responding to local/state/national emergencies, homeland security missions, and anti-terrorism/force protection. 4. Directs scheduling and coordination for the use of training sites and facilities. Ensures coordination with logistical personnel for the availability of required equipment and supplies for training activities. Reviews and forwards requests for the local procurement and acquisition of training aids, manuals, or other instructional material not available within normal supply channels. Maintains liaison with personnel at local, state or federally operated training sites. Identifies the requirement for, directs, and/or approves organizational requests for initiation, coordination and maintenance of usage agreements for local/private training areas. Conducts or directs preliminary environmental impact assessments for training sites/areas and requests formal assessments through channels to state level environmental personnel. 5. Develops and implements Risk Management plans and programs for the command. Analyzes trends within the command and makes recommendations for changes to policies and activities to minimize risks of training activities and increase individual safety awareness. 6. Plans, organizes and assigns work to employees engaged in training, security and readiness at the command level. May participate in the selection of hiring new employees. Revises assignments or details employees to other duties as necessary to meet changing work situations, deadlines, or priorities. Establishes performance standards and evaluates employee performance. Prepares formal requests and recommendations for promotions, reassignments, etc. Recommends recognition for outstanding performance and prepares performance improvement plans for marginal and sub-standard performance. Provides initial approval/disapproval of leave. Receives, resolves or participates in the resolution of grievances, or forwards to higher level management for resolution. Acts to resolve disciplinary problems, or forwards to higher level management for resolution. Supports the command's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Ensures compliance with equal employment/sexual harassment/workplace violence policies and regulations. Ensures position management principles are adhered to and position descriptions are accurate for fulltime members within the operations section of the command. Provides technical guidance to subordinate unit training and readiness personnel. 7. Performs other as duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade; experiences, education, or training that demonstrated the ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise demonstrates the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (GS09) Must possess at least Twelve (12) months experience equivalent to the GS-07; experiences that demonstrated the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (Competencies/KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position; knowledge of Army or Air Force vision, values, organization, policy, and mission is mandatory; knowledge in training centers, training programs, schools, and units for these systems; have experiences in conducting and developing education and training programs; experienced in conducting, supervising, or developing education or training programs; knowledge in the Army or Air Force education and training policy requirements; experienced in managing programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries; knowledge is mandatory of audio-visual presentations, educational tests and measurements, and instructing techniques. (GS11) Must possess at least Twelve (12) months experience equivalent to at least GS-9; or, three full academic years of progressively higher level college degree; experienced in particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (Competencies/KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position; additionally, all applicants must have completed two years of training experiences which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (competencies) to successfully perform the duties of the position; knowledge of Army or Air Force vision, values, organization, policy, and mission is mandatory; knowledge in military training centers, training programs, schools, and units; have experiences in conducting and developing education and training programs; knowledge in the Army or Air Force education and training policy requirements; experienced in conducting, supervising, and/or developing education and training programs; experienced in managing programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries; knowledge in conducting audio-visual presentations, educational tests and measurements, and instructing techniques is mandatory. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. 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. Will be required to work other than normal duty hours, ie weekends; comp time will be provided.

Education

Officers - A high school diploma and a college degree are mandatory. An academic undergraduate degree with courses in education, grammar and composition, speech, psychology, guidance, and sociology; or, social and behavioral sciences is mandatory.

You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims, and receive credit to meet the Education requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address LA ARNG J1 PERSONNEL AND MANPOWER 496 3RD STREET PINEVILLE, LA 71360 US
• Name: LANG HRO INBOX
• Phone: 504-278-8600
• Email: [email protected]