THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a GS-0301-12 MILITARY AND FAMILY READINESS MANAGER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2409000 and is part of the MO Command Admin Office. APPOINTMENT FACTORS: This is an Indefinite/Permanent (may retain current tenure if on-board) Excepted Service position This is a non-bargaining unit position. SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BELOW.

Duties

Serve as TAG's State-level technical Subject Matter Expert, consultant and policy advisor on the full scope of military and family member readiness and well-being programs. Oversee and measure program effectiveness, adequacy of program capabilities and synchronization of Service Member and Family Readiness programs to OSD, Service, NGB policy and accreditation/certification standards. Develop and implement full spectrum Service Member and Family programs across the military lifecycle, enabling Soldier and family member self-reliance and resilience. Manage and execute budget aspects of ARNG program execution. Plans, programs, budgets and executes a mix of fiscal resources (OMNG, OSD, NAF). Analyze, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the placement of the ARNG family readiness service delivery system , including resources provided via OSD contracts, to address state-specific mission Readiness and unit/member geographic dispersion. Ensure programs are executed in accordance with professional standards of service in order to achieve/maintain required Family Program accreditation/certification. Develop annual and multi-year strategic plans and synchronize family readiness services and resources with NGB, Service, state and community stakeholders, and Governmental and non-Governmental agencies and organizations. Provide consultation, advice and support to installation counterparts within the state, Commanders, and NGB to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory program requirements and guidelines, to maximize program effectiveness. Participate in National Guard Bureau and Service working groups and advisory councils, as requested, to shape program policy and performance metrics, and inform targeted initiatives, service delivery and accreditation standards. Oversee, monitor and report program activity and performance data, per state NGB, Service and OSD standards and requirements within applicable systems. Supervise, evaluates performance and directs the Readiness Support staff, including subordinate program team leads and direct the Support Services staff. Demonstrate authoritative discretion, provide direction, technical oversight, budget oversight, support, guidance, and assistance to enable programs that positively impact readiness and enhance the quality of life for members and families. Assign work to subordinates; technicians, State employees, Title 5 civilians, statutory volunteers, and AGR personnel to ensure full coverage of all work/life services and activities provided by the Readiness Support. Provide individual and team development, and cross training, and ensure required initial and sustainment training for staff and volunteers is completed. Develop, modify, and issue performance standards, clarify performance expectations and provide regular reoccurring feedback to subordinates on strengths and weaknesses. Appraise subordinate performance, ensure consistency and equity in rating techniques; determine and recommend awards and approve within-grade increases as appropriate. Hear and resolve employee complaints and refer serious unresolved complaints to higher-level management; makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinate team leads, program specialists and contract personnel. Initiate action to correct performance or conduct problems, determine minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Interpret, adapt and implement program and resource guidance, regulations, policies, and public law from higher headquarters (National Guard Bureau) and other sources (including DoD, Army and Air Force).

Requirements

• If selected individual is in a Permanent status (Tenure 1 or 2) with the Missouri Army National Guard, that individual will retain their Permanent status.
• If selected individual is in an Indefinite status (Tenure 3) with the Missouri Army National Guard, that individual will retain their Indefinite status.
• Any other individual selected for this position will be placed into an Indefinite appointment.
• Management has the right to convert this position to permanent status without re-advertising.
• Indefinite employment can be terminated with a 30 day notice.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Army National Guard recruiter at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position.
• This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Missouri National Guard 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 National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at (573) 638-9500 extension 39637 for questions concerning recoupment or termination.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Pre-placement or baseline physical are required for newly hired or appointed Wage Grade personnel who may be potentially exposed to health hazards in the work environment.
• Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
• Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position. Selected candidate will be required to be in a compatible military assignment prior to effective date of placement. Selected candidate must be MOS qualified within 12 months from date of appointment. Maximum and Minimum Military Grade - CPT (O-3) with a Date of Rank on or before 23 January 2023. Supervisor must verify that selected individual occupies a compatible military position. Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion). GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration; and experience using computer and automation systems. GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess 36 months of specialized experience or training which demonstrates your ability to budget, direct, plan, develop, articulate, implement, provide quality assurance, training and assistance for all aspects of Service member and Family Readiness Programs; and supervise and administer program services to National Guard Service members and their families beginning from the Recruit Sustainment Program through the entire military lifecycle. The specialized experience must also indicate your ability to enable the provision of, or referral to, services for geographically-dispersed Units, Service members and families regardless of service or component (Army, Marines, Air Force, etc.); these services include Survivor Outreach Services; Soldier Support Services; Employment/ESGR; Transition/Transition Assistance; Financial Literacy and Readiness; Resilience, Risk Reduction and Suicide Prevention programs; Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program; Exceptional Family Member Program; Family Assistance Centers; Crisis Intervention; Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC); Child & Youth Services; Volunteer Program; and Family Readiness Support (holistically, Soldier & Family Readiness Programs).

Education

This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience.

Contacts

• Address MO Family and Warrior Support Division 2405 Logistics Road Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203 US
• Name: Morgan Marsh
• Phone: 573-638-9500 X37917
• Email: [email protected]