IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION Applicants must be willing and eligible to become a member of the 185th ARW, Sioux City, Iowa Air National Guard. Please contact a recruiter at (712)-233-0413 to verify military membership eligibility. LOCATION: 185th ARW, Sioux City, Iowa

Duties

As a COMMAND AND CONTROL SPECIALIST, GS-2101-9 your duties are below. 1. Transmits instructions to aircrews and support assets to coordinate launch, recall, execution, and terminating missions in support of operational events. Maintains certification in the Emergency Action Procedures (EAP) of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), Unified Commands, Air Mobility Command (AMC), United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), and National Guard Bureau (NGB). Learn and retain for instant recall and reference, a considerable body of knowledge related to EAP. In a minimum of time and without error, controllers must be able to copy, decode, validate, process and relay the message to appropriate personnel and complete checklist actions in response to any tasking received from HHQ. Establishes priority of actions based on a variety of situations and uses judgement to resolve multiple tasking received simultaneously. Controls movement and status of the alert force, and coordinates alert force requirements with key base agencies such as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) tower, Central Security Control (CSC), Maintenance Operations Center (MOC), and Fire Department. Serves as the key point of contact on all matters concerning crews, aircraft, the alert facility, Crisis Action Team (CAT), and the Command Post. Provides a variety of briefings to the CAT and the alert force. Responds to numerous quick response situations initiating Quick Reaction Checklists (QRCs). Executes and supports all aspects of Tanker Strategic Aircraft Reconstitution Team (TSART) procedures. Utilizes a variety of communications security (COMSEC) documents in accomplishing the mission. Utilizes numerous voice and record communications systems as the primary link between the Wing Commander, CAT and HHQ to accomplish command and control duties and responsibilities. Advises the commander of recommended command and control actions during operational events. Accomplishes recall of the CAT and wing personnel as directed by the commander or HHQ. 2. Gathers information for Operational Reporting (OPREP) regarding significant events or incidents involving personnel and wing assets that require reporting to HHQ, Contingency Operations, significant peacetime events, and state emergency situations. Advises the commander on reporting requirements. Categorizes events to determine the level of notification required. Prepares, determines classification and precedence, numbers, records, and releases reports via voice and record copy. Evaluates and interprets situations which would require multiple reports to be submitted on events that are ongoing. Reviews and updates information in required MAJCOM databases to reflect status of aircraft and crews. Convenes voice reporting conferences and determines who should be included in said conferences. Responsible for submission of OPREP reports for wing agencies and tenant units. Incumbents maintain certification in this area. 3. Dictates which methodology and systems are to be used in tracking diverse aircraft mission movement. Selects and submits numerous mission movement reports in support of wing and HHQ tasking. Data provided by the controller must be properly formatted and error free to interface with HHQ flight management systems. Interprets and coordinates mission changes with on base and HHQ. Evaluates and interprets mission changes which would require multiple reports to be submitted. Coordinates high priority missions with the CAT and HHQ. Coordinates on base support for wing and transient aircraft as a result of mission movement reports. Provides information to aircrews concerning clearances to operate aircraft, weather and field conditions, divert airfield status, and pertinent operating and procedural instructions. Controls the movement of aircraft on the unit's ramp. Alerts aircrews to meet mission requirements in response to HHQ tasking. Receives arrival and departure messages making queries concerning overdue aircraft and notifying the appropriate authorities. Monitors primary crash phone system and activates and transmits emergency information on secondary crash circuits as required. Incumbents maintain certification in this area. 4. Submits flight plans and coordinates changes to FAA via Aeronautical Information System (AIS) or voice systems to support flying (mission)operations. Must have extensive knowledge concerning both domestic and international flight planning. Prior to submission of flight data, will review and evaluate proposed flight plan for technical accuracy and compliance with appropriate directives. Provide a variety of briefings to aircrews concerning safety of flight issues such as Notice to Airmen (NOTAMS), airfield advisories, weather, etc. 5. Performs other related duties as assigned. D1491

Requirements

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-2101-9: Must have experience in the following: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training in mission planning for preflight, in-flight, ground or command and control (C2) duties according to specific transportation functions. Receives, interprets, extracts, and disseminates relevant data for mission planning or execution. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in fields listed below leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements.

Education - Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position

To receive credit for Education, you must provide college transcripts to support your Educational claims.

Contacts

• Address IA 185th ARW 2920 Headquarters Ave Sioux City, IA 51111-1300 US
• Name: Alyssa Smith
• Phone: 515-252-4682
• Email: [email protected]