Casualty Assistance Program Specialist

Army National Guard Units • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

This is an Indiana National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with IN JFHQ IN J1, under Position Description Number D2022000. The position provides administrative support to states when casualties occur while soldiers are in duty or non-duty status. The specialist receives notifications of deaths and other casualties, and receives requests for burial honors for deceased veterans and forwards them to the appropriate state Military Funeral Honors personnel. The position works with the Casualty Assistance Officer and Survivor Outreach Services personnel to ensure surviving family members’ needs are addressed. It also briefs personnel on current casualty notification, next-of-kin assistance, and burial honors procedures, and prepares correspondence that requires reference to regulations and correspondence manuals. Other duties may be assigned.

The position requires National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. The position may require irregular or overtime hours, work outside the normal duty day, and driving a motor vehicle when required by the duties. A valid driver’s license is required if driving is required. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required, including membership in a compatible military assignment; applicants must be eligible for immediate membership if not already members.
• Military grades E-5 through E-8; compatible military assignment: 01A General.
• General experience, education, or training providing knowledge of organization, management, and administration principles.
• Experience using computers and automation systems.
• At least 24 months of experience, education, or training in work requiring compilation of reports, letters, memoranda, or similar documents and person-to-person contacts to convey information.
• Experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the work or comparable work of the position.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and management practices.
• Experience developing administrative procedures.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation; a probationary period may be required.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must meet applicable Selective Service registration requirements.
• Must comply with the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment) requirements.
• If driving is required, must possess an appropriate valid driver’s license.
• Irregular or overtime hours and work outside the normal duty day may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support related to casualties occurring while soldiers are in duty and non-duty status.
• Receive notifications of deaths and other casualties.
• Receive requests for burial honors for deceased veterans and forward them to the appropriate state Military Funeral Honors personnel.
• Coordinate with the Casualty Assistance Officer and Survivor Outreach Services personnel to ensure surviving family members’ needs are addressed.
• Brief personnel on current procedures for casualty notification, next-of-kin assistance, and burial honors.
• Prepare correspondence requiring reference to regulations, related correspondence manuals, and other guidance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and other factors. Applicants are advised to contact the hiring agency for information about specific benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed