Commander

Air National Guard Units • Great Falls, MT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This National Guard position is for a COMMANDER, Position Description Number D1870000, and is part of the Montana Air National Guard, 120 OPS GP. The Commander manages and directs the Air Support Operations Group and provides managerial oversight of multiple ASOS and TACP squadrons that are geographically separated. The incumbent's duties require developing long and short-range plans based on worldwide external trends and events, and implementing these changes to the organization, group, and multiple squadrons to meet evolving changes and expectations. The incumbent is required to perform duties of a complex administrative nature as it impacts CDRUSCENTCOM, MAJCOMs, and operational Coalition Forces. Duties and activities performed support USCENTCOM's mission of command and control of all Theater Air Control System (TACS) units operating in theater and other MAJCOMs when deployed. The incumbent ensures that each subordinate squadron carries out the guidance of the ASOG and directions from the Joint or Coalition Operations Center who report to the Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC). Each ASOS/TACP is managed through separate subordinate supervisors, including development, assignment, and higher-level clearance of goals and objectives for supervisors of subordinate units. The Commander approves multiyear and longer-range work plans developed by the supervisors of subordinate units (ASOS/TACP) and subsequently manages the overall work to enhance the achievement of goals and objectives for the work directed. Plans and coordinates short and long-term budgetary requirements with USAF and ANG MAJCOM functional managers. Prepares and maintains deployment and mission execution plans in accordance with higher headquarters plans, programs, and policies. Exercises delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of two ASOS and fourteen TACP Squadron operational programs that are regionally separated. Responsible for the development and/or implementation of current and long-range organizational plans that support the vision and goals of the ASOG/ASOS/TACP ANG community. The incumbent must analyze interrelated, substantive issues that, due to constant changing world events, require the incumbent to consider and evaluate changes to the operational and long-range program goals and objectives of the ASOG and Squadrons. Ensures funds, equipment, manpower, and facilities are properly resourced and utilized to meet mission objectives and requirements. The incumbent is required to coordinate with USAF, NGB, and state staff for mission content and to ensure synergy with state and national-level objectives. The incumbent meets with MAJCOM Commanders and NGB Directorate leadership to provide advice on policies and procedures as they pertain to the ANG ASOS and TACP Squadron community. The incumbent exercises direct authority for the readiness and implementation of ASOS/TACP weapon systems and all activities at the operational level of war readiness. Required to attend conferences, including joint forces and coalition nations, to determine operational support requirements and coordinates policy and the implementation of MAJCOM and Group plans, programs, and policies relating to the integration and employment of assigned resources in carrying out the mission. The incumbent's duties require frequent contact with leadership in Air Combat Command (ACC), United States Air Force, Europe (USAFE), Pacific Air Force (PACAF), Central Command (CENTCOM), NGB, and state headquarters, as well as local civilian and political leaders. The incumbent works with Public Affairs, local newspapers, the Governor's office in several states, and the US Congressman's office on press releases regarding the group and squadrons. The incumbent is an active member of professional organizations, including the Weapon System Council and the Air Directorate Field Advisory Council (ADFAC), to make policy recommendations to the ANG Director on areas that may affect all Air Guard units. The incumbent facilitates interviews with local and national-level media (e.g., Air Force Times). Works with union leadership on local union matters. Determines unit goals that are the foundation for long and short-range planning and execution of all internal programs and provides the focus for all functions and activities in the group. Ensures goals are in consonance with higher headquarters direction and local limitations. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of the assignment, and the capabilities of employees. Provides employees with advice, counsel, or instruction on both work and administrative matters. The incumbent actively helps NGB shape the force to meet changing needs of the Air Force by participating on Integrated Process Teams (IPT) at NGB, tailoring force structure for the future. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• Must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed.
• 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.
• External applicants must be able to start within 3 months of selection.
• Immediately promotable O5/Lt Col - current O6/Col
• AFSC Requirement: 11MB3
• Must have experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration.
• Experience 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.
• Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
• Must have 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 in managing the function of the work to be performed.
• Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
• Completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for 2 months of specialized experience IF courses AND dates are clearly stated in your resume.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manages and directs the Air Support Operations Group and provides managerial oversight of multiple ASOS and TACP squadrons that are geographically separated.
• Develops long and short-range plans based on worldwide external trends and events, and implements changes to the organization, group, and multiple squadrons to meet evolving changes and expectations.
• Performs duties of a complex administrative nature impacting CDRUSCENTCOM, MAJCOMs, and operational Coalition Forces.
• Ensures subordinate squadrons carry out the guidance of the ASOG and directions from the Joint or Coalition Operations Center.
• Approves multiyear and longer-range work plans developed by supervisors of subordinate units (ASOS/TACP) and manages overall work to enhance achievement of goals and objectives.
• Plans and coordinates short and long-term budgetary requirements with USAF and ANG MAJCOM functional managers.
• Prepares and maintains deployment and mission execution plans in accordance with higher headquarters plans, programs, and policies.
• Exercises delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of two ASOS and fourteen TACP Squadron operational programs that are regionally separated.
• Develops and/or implements current and long-range organizational plans that support the vision and goals of the ASOG/ASOS/TACP ANG community.
• Analyzes interrelated, substantive issues that require consideration and evaluation of changes to operational and long-range program goals and objectives.
• Ensures funds, equipment, manpower, and facilities are properly resourced and utilized to meet mission objectives and requirements.
• Coordinates with USAF, NGB, and state staff for mission content and to ensure synergy with state and national-level objectives.
• Meets with MAJCOM Commanders and NGB Directorate leadership to advise on policies and procedures pertaining to the ANG ASOS and TACP Squadron community.
• Exercises direct authority for the readiness and implementation of ASOS/TACP weapon systems and all activities at the operational level of war readiness.
• Attends conferences, including joint forces and coalition nations, to determine operational support requirements and coordinates policy and implementation of MAJCOM and Group plans, programs, and policies.
• Works with Public Affairs, local newspapers, the Governor's office, and the US Congressman's office on press releases.
• Is an active member of professional organizations to make policy recommendations to the ANG Director.
• Facilitates interviews with local and national-level media.
• Works with union leadership on local union matters.
• Determines unit goals that are the foundation for long and short-range planning and execution of all internal programs.
• Ensures goals are in consonance with higher headquarters direction and local limitations.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work.
• Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, difficulty, requirements, and capabilities.
• Provides employees with advice, counsel, or instruction on work and administrative matters.
• Actively helps NGB shape the force to meet changing needs of the Air Force by participating on Integrated Process Teams (IPT) at NGB, tailoring force structure for the future.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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What This Job Offers

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