THIS IS A NORTH DAKOTA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This ND National Guard position is for a PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0619000 and is part of the ND G3, National Guard.

Duties

As a Plans and Operations Specialist, the purpose is to develop plans, coordinate preparations for state active duty and the operational employment of ARNG military resources. Acts on behalf of POMSO during absences. Researches a variety of planning problems. Develops, analyzes and updates drug enforcement support operations contingency plans. Develops state reporting procedures regarding Serious Incident Reporting (SIR) Submits initial telephone report to NGB, as required. Develops, analyzes and updates the state Terrorism Counteraction Plan. Functions as an Operations Officer during training simulations. May act in behalf of supervisor during short periods of absence.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the ND 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.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the ND National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the ND National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• 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 deposition is mandatory.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a secret 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.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

Qualifications

PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION. MILITARY GRADES: Officers (O3 and below), Warrant Officers (CW3 and below), Enlisted (E6-E8) or enlisted member who currently holds an OCS/WOCS certificate. QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must posses the experience, education or training which indicates the candidate can reason in quantitative terms, communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner, understanding the terminology and data pertaining to repair operations and process characteristics of the production activity. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must possess the required one year of specialized experience at the GS-10 grade level or civilian equivalent which includes 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; 1) Experience developing and recommending policy; 2) organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations; 3) 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; and 4) Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. You must also possess the experience, training or education to support your claim for the competency statements listed within the assessment questionnaire. Refer to "How you will be Evaluated" section of this announcement.

Education

To receive credit for education, you must provide supporting documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.

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 2 months of specialized experience.

Contacts

• Address ND G3 PO Box 5511 Bismarck, ND 58506-5511 US
• Name: April Vinchattle
• Phone: 701-333-3365
• Email: [email protected]