THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a COMMAND PROGRAM SUPPORT SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2420000 and is part of the IL CAO, National Guard.

Duties

As a COMMAND PROGRAM SUPPORT SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-0301-11, you will be monitoring the implementation and execution of various Army National Guard (ARNG) programs and assisting in matters inherent to Command Administrative Office operations. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Provide executive level support in planning, formulating, coordinating and implementing ARNG programs within the Command Administrative Officer's areas of functional responsibility. Conduct research and analysis of regulatory data regarding command structures, state level authorizations, organizational and program responsibilities, and provides pertinent advice and assistance to subordinate command activities as required. Serve as a point of contact (POC) on State Headquarters ARNG staff activities and field organizational elements. Analyze program effectiveness, identifies problematic areas, requests operating level input, develops and makes recommendations to the CAO for program revision or improvement. Ensure resolution of recurring problems through coordination with operating managers and staff officers. Identify and initiate new projects as required to manage and oversee assigned programs. Attend meetings and/or special conferences as CAO representative and may act as a working member on special councils, contracting and financial boards, readiness committees, etc., and functions as the public relations POC for the Command Administrative Office. Review, analyze and coordinate, as necessary, on a variety of recurring surveys and reports accomplished by key staff members such as USP&FO Management Analysts (Analysis and Internal Reviews), Budget Analyst (Financial and Fund Status Reports), Program Analyst (Readiness Reports, Equipment Status and Unit Reports), and Mobility Planner (Mobilization Plans and Mobility Exercise Reports). Collect and research background information, reviews applicable guidance, collaborates with higher headquarters, determines available management options, and presents alternative actions/solutions to the CAO to provide command level support to the Command Administrative Officer in managing or directing various Army National Guard programs.

Requirements

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of considerations for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence, The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. The FIFTH area of consideration will U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Enlisted/WO/Officer - Maximum Rank MAJ GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration: compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information; progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled; experience using computer and automation systems. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the lower grade level in the Federal service in order to be considered for this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11 Level MUST possess at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level; 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; experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations; 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; experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. 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.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this position:

A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related

You must provide official transcripts to support your Educational claims.

Contacts

• Address IL CAO 1301 N MacArthur Boulevard Springfield, IL 62702 US
• Name: Kelly Prince
• Phone: (217) 761-3510
• Email: [email protected]