SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (T32)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SUPV IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (T32), Position Description Number D1564P01and is part of the AL HQ 226 CCG, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 232 CBCS, MONTGOMERY, AL

SELECTING OFFICIAL: Col T. MORGAN

Duties

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(1) Determines unit goals that are the foundation for long and short range planning and execution of all unit programs. Provides a focus for all unit functions and activities. Ensures goals are in consonance with higher headquarters direction and local limitations. Considers factors such as current and future mission needs, political climate, environmental concerns, area demographics, radio frequency spectrum, and tactical training location availability.

(2) Oversees the accomplishment of the mission training program. Ensures squadron unit type code (UTC) training meets requirements and achieves combat readiness objectives. Makes critical judgments and on-the-spot decisions regarding the safety of personnel deployed to tactical environments.

(3) Ensures the availability of mission capable tactical communications-electronics UTCs to meet training and US Air Force contingency requirements. Monitors adequacy of maintenance and repair actions/procedures and components. Assures timely identification of potential system wide telecommunications electronics equipment deficiencies and notification of concerned agencies.

(4) Directs the formulation, presentation, justification and execution of an allocated multimillion-dollar budget involving both federal and state funds. Ensures supply inventories are kept at proper levels; stock fund authorization will support unit activity level; and logistics plans meet mobilization/mobility requirements and support war plans. Ensures the propriety, accuracy and timeliness of procurement and payroll activities.

(5) Initiates the development and implementation of a variety of federal, state and local programs to ensure mission effectiveness including a hazard abatement program; a fraud, waste and abuse program; a health and fitness program; a public affairs program; and a disaster response actions program.

(6) Directs and supervises staff functions affecting very complex telecommunications systems composed of a wide variety of high cost, sophisticated equipment, and is responsible for all technical support and maintenance activities to include computer and telephone technical support, radio maintenance, secure communications maintenance, and support equipment maintenance. Is responsible for environmental, safety and physical security programs. Directs, manages and supervises, directly and through subordinate supervisors, approximately 21 positions; eight of these are GS-11 non-supervisory positions, which grade constitutes the base level of work. Maintains military and full-time strength through recruiting and retention programs.

(7) Maintains liaison with national, state, and local governmental agencies such as law enforcement, disaster relief, airport management and others on matters of operational and environmental safety, protection of resources and other issues of possible unit impact. Coordinates with the National Guard Bureau (NGB), major commands, and other operating agencies to determine if existing operational capabilities are compatible with Air Force joint operational and national agency requirements.

(8) Coordinates training requirements and plans for the squadron. Discusses appropriate Command and Control issues and ensures that participating units understand organizational relationships and priorities. Maintains a close, functional working relationship with participating units.

(9) Negotiates and approves host/tenant agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint use and inter-service agreements, leases, and licenses with military and civil agencies.

(10) Ensures proper and adequate security and safeguarding of property, tactical telecommunications-electronics equipment, weapons and ammunition, resources, and people. Develops the Resource Protection Plan that identifies high value/risk assets, evaluates potential threats, and sets levels of protection. Ensures classified documents and equipment are accounted for, controlled, stored and safeguarded.

(11) Maintains mission readiness and compliance with directives as validated through the Inspector General and other review agencies. Ensures personnel are trained and exercised in wartime skills. Demonstrates mission capability through a series of extensive Air Force inspections. Ensures required records and documentation of program are maintained.

(12) Ensures implementation of a functional station information systems plan to provide for equipment data security, communications, data processing, and computer services.

(13) Responsible for the Environmental Protection Program. Ensures all applicable environmental laws and rules are complied with. Coordinates with appropriate agencies for required permits. Coordinates Environmental Compliance Assessment (ECAMP) visits with NGB.

(14) Performs other related duties as assigned.

**PLEASE CONTACT HRO FOR FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION**

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• 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.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: Maj (Must be promotable to Lt Col)

MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: Lt Col

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, and/or training that has provided a basic knowledge of data processing functions and general management principles that enabled the applicant to understand the stages required to automate a work process. Experience may have been gained in work such as computer operator or assistant, computer sales representative, program analyst, or other positions that required the use or adaptation of computer programs and systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

NONE

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (;br>
**This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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