This position is an Open Title 5 Excepted Service Non-Uniformed Personnel position, open to the Public and to Veterans following the Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement plan. AGENCY: Minnesota Air and Army National Guard LOCATION: St Paul SELECTION OFFICAL: Heather J. Bergeron This is an Excepted Service position in the Minnesota National Guard. Membership in the National Guard is not required for employment. Competitive service employees may apply.

Duties

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A T5 FAMILY PROGRAM ASSISTANT, GS-0303-7, Serves as an assistant in accomplishing all objectives of the Family Program. Assists in designing and conducting needs assessments of family members to identify program requirements. Identifies issues affecting the quality of family life and provides recommendations to supervisor of activities and policies requiring modification. Identifies family issues affecting recruiting, retention, and readiness. Prepares information papers and other documents concerning these issues. Recommends necessary changes as needed on new initiatives and implementation of program to address those issues. Coordinates and facilitates communications between family members and the National Guard. Prepares information for entitlements, schedules of events, missions, roles, and functions of the National Guard. Interfaces with units and family members and gathers information concerning family activities. Compiles information, publishes, and disseminates Family Program newsletters. (30%) 2. Develops and maintains a library of resource documents to include community, state, and Federal government agencies and organizations, which are available for referrals to family members. Assists units in developing and maintaining local information, referral and follow-up programs. Provides technical assistance to personnel publicizing Family Program and quality of life issues. Conducts briefings and training for staff and units to provide necessary information and to stimulate interest and support. (30%) 3. Coordinates the volunteer service component to include formal training and recruiting of volunteers. Supports volunteers to work with the State Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs), and to instruct and train units, soldiers, and their families. Provides technical assistance and information to develop local unit SFRGs. Identifies key volunteers and develops and conducts orientation and training programs for these volunteers. Maintains a system of documenting volunteer services and a library of resource materials concerning volunteerism and provides materials to volunteers as needed. Conducts workshops and seminars as appropriate. Identifies key volunteers to serve as Family Program volunteer council members, coordinates activities, and communications of the council. Assists in planning and coordinating resources for family assistance at mobilization. Assists with the establishment, staffing, and equipping of Family Assistance Centers (FACs), when necessary. Implements and maintains a system of providing publications and information to and SFRGs. (20%) 4. Assists in the preparation of budget requirements to support the Family Program. Initiates Invitational Travel Orders (ITOs) for volunteers, when necessary. Assists in maintenance of non-appropriated and appropriated fund volunteer reimbursement program. Assists with the state family youth program, which addresses issues and concerns of youth related to Guard life and youth readiness and well being. Coordinates with local youth related organizations and agencies. Collects and organizes volunteer, family, and other related data. Implements and maintains a computer entry system for easy of retrieval and dissemination. (20%) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: GS-07 - 1 year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience using computer and automation systems including MS Office Suite 2016 or newer. Experience briefing or presenting. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to communicate information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work, or in comparable work position to be filled. Ability to work independently and be self-motivated. Must be versatile, resilient, and responsive to change. Most Qualified (1 year or more experience): 1. College degree in Business Administration, Social Work, Project Management, Marketing, or other related field. 2. Previous experience with Family Programs or a subset of Joint Services and Support Branch (J9) (R3SP, CASOPS, TAA, MFH, IPP, etc). 3. Event planning, coordination, execution of large scale events (more than 50 attendees). 4. Knowledgeable on MN Army National Guard force structure and vast military terminology. 5. Experience using MOBCOP and/or MARRS-N. Well Qualified (Minimum 1 year experience): 1. Previous volunteer experience with a Soldier Family Readiness Group (SFRG), Key Partner/Spouse Group, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) or other military connected volunteer organization. 2. Logisitical experience, preferrably with, coordinating community resources, coordination of volunteers for large scale (50 or more) resource distribution. 3. Content management, knowledge management, and/or Information Management Officer (IMO). 4. Familiar with MN Army National Guard force structure and general military terminology..

Education

EDUCATION:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent required, college degree in related field preferred.

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address MN HRO JFHQ 600 CEDAR STREET SAINT PAUL, MN 55101 US
• Name: Giacomo DiGiacomo
• Phone: 651-282-4171
• Email: [email protected]