This position is located at State Headquarters, Camp Mabry, Austin, Texas, and serves as a program coordinator for the Command Administrative Officer (CAO), and as the State Policy Officer. Primary responsibilities include monitoring the implementation and execution of various Army National Guard (ARNG) programs and assisting in matters inherent to Command Administrative Office operations. Texas is one of 9 states with NO state income tax.

Duties

As a COMMAND PROGRAM SUPPORT SPECIALIST (TITLE 5) with the Texas National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to: Provides executive level support in planning, formulating, coordinating and implementing ARNG programs within the Command Administrative Officer's areas of functional responsibility. Conducts 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. Serves as a point of contact (POC) on State Headquarters ARNG staff activities and field organizational elements. Ensures resolution of recurring problems through coordination with operating managers and staff officers. Acts as special project officer when designated as such by CAO or the Adjutant General. Identifies and initiates new projects as required to manage and oversee assigned programs. Attends 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. Reviews, analyzes and coordinates, 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). Collects and researches 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 direct1ng various Army National Guard programs. Drafts supplemental regulations, policies, guidance, publications, and comprehensive reports which may include statistical data and evaluations. Gathers and examines pertinent data to develop technical correspondence to include response to congressional inquiries or special requests from higher headquarters. Schedules and participates in internal management evaluations and inspections of ARNG units to ensure and maintain regulatory compliance with governing directives. Conducts special investigations of unusual incidents as required and develops comprehensive reports of findings. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

In describing your experience in your resume, please be clear and specific. Assumptions regarding your experience will not be made. Minimum Qualification Requirements: 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. Specialized Experience: To qualify at the GS-11 grade level your resume must include relevant experience/education with beginning and ending dates reflecting the following: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-09). 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. -OR- 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 -OR- A combination of education and specialized experience totaling 100 percent computed by dividing total months of experience by 12, then dividing the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18 and adding the two percentages together. Graduate Education: Education at the graduate level in an accredited college or university in the amounts shown above meets the requirements for positions at GS-11. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified in the table, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-11. For additional information visit: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. Only experience/education gained by closing date of this position will be considered. You MUST submit your transcripts if using education to meet qualifications.

Education

Graduate Education: Education at the graduate level in an accredited college or university in the amounts shown below meets the requirements for positions at GS-11. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

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.

Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified in the table, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-11. For additional information visit: General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov)

You MUST submit your transcript with your application if using education to meet qualifications.

Contacts

• Address TX Miscellaneous Units 2200 West 35th St Austin, TX 78703 US
• Name: Human Resources Office
• Phone: (000)000-0000
• Email: [email protected]