THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a COMPUTER ASSISTANT (Title 32), Position Description Number D0890P01 and is part of the OK JFHQ, Oklahoma Army National Guard.

Duties

This position is located in the Supply and Services Division Office, United States Property and Fiscal Office (USP&FO). The incumbent serves as the automated logistics information systems manager with technical responsibility for automated systems and operational management and SARSS-1 System Operator. Develops, implements, and maintains automated logistics information management systems in the Division and provides training for user personnel. Serves as the main point of contact within the Supply and Services Division in communication with Standard Army Management Information System (STAMIS) proponents. National Guard Bureau (NGB), supporting maintenance activities and other USP&FO divisions for the purpose of coordinating the full implementation and operation of automated logistics information management systems. Based on a general knowledge of logistics policies and procedures governing logistics activities, analyzes and determines the needs and methods of data support for the division. In coordination with the Supply Systems Analyst, identifies potential computer applications. Determines requirements through a fact-finding studies to see if locally developed applications are needed that are not included in other Department of the Army (DA) logistic Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS). Directs and monitors the operation and maintenance of existing STAMIS and locally developed logistics applications. Advises and assists the Supply Systems Analyst in resolving automation problems (hardware and software). Trains division employees in the operation and maintenance of system equipment. Develops and maintains a variety of desktop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) containing step by step procedures for machine operation, system recovery, data backup, operator level hardware maintenance. Provides detailed STAMIS applications training to new systems users for all branches. Identifies and coordinates required training with division supervisors and develops individual training programs as required. Evaluates progress and the need for additional training. Trains functional users and conducts briefings to explain procedures, system options and limitations for the utilization of software and hardware. Identifies the cause of operations failure and means of recovery. Researches and resolves hardware, software and application program problems, working with users and system proponents as required. Coordinates maintenance and repair of automation equipment within the division. Coordinates the loading of software changes and program updates with DA, NGB, Data Processing Installation (DPI), other agencies and division branches to ensure system enhancements are synchronized and current. Serves as Information System Security Officer for Supply and Services Division. Develops, monitors and evaluates procedures and internal controls in accordance with current security regulations/guidelines for internal systems security. Responds to ad hoc requests (i.e. Structured Query Language, etc.) for products by working with various sections/branches of the division to produce data retrieval outputs.

Requirements

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's 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.
• 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 deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• 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.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• 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.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
• You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E4 through E7 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, training, or education which demonstrates the applicant's ability to follow directions, procedures, or systematic work methods which gives evidence of the candidate's ability to perform this work. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 12 months experience working with computer languages, codes or abbreviations; performing production control functions; coordinating work load priorities and scheduling multi requirements; and identifying and tracing processing failures. Experience performing specialized projects and assignments using knowledge of fundamental data processing methods, practices and techniques in work involving development, test, implementation and modification of computer programs and operating procedures. Knowledge of office automated systems, peripheral equipment, and associated communications parameters to advise users, to explain and resolve problems, to diagnose failures and isolate problems, and to develop local adaptations for situations not covered by existing procedures. Knowledge of computer equipment utilized within the division, of software/hardware tests and diagnostic routines to analyze system operational problems and to determine causes and corrective action.

Education

Completion of 2 academic years of education in an accredited college or university will satisfy the requirements for GS-4 positions. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience for GS-5 positions.

Contacts

• Address OK JFHQ 3501 MILITARY CIRCLE OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73111-4305 US
• Name: Virginia Salazar
• Phone: 405-228-5325
• Email: [email protected]