Director, Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs

Association of the United States Army•Arlington, VA

2d•$135,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Association of the United States Army (AUSA) is seeking an experienced Director of Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs (NCO & Soldier Programs). This is a civilian position and does not require military experience. The position will report directly to the Vice President, NCO & Soldier Programs. This role offers a great opportunity to join an experienced NCO & Soldier Programs team with talented and collegial co-workers. AUSA has a 37.5-hour work week with a shortened workday on Fridays and a hybrid remote work schedule (3 days in office and 2 days remote). AUSA is an organization with a strong mission where you can make a difference. The Director serves as the principal assistant in the planning, direction, and oversight of the operations and fiscal health of the Directorate of Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs. This role acts as a liaison officer and membership promotion representative to the association's 122 chapters and all global Army units. Travel is approximately 90 days each year to programmed visits to chapter locations and military installations to report on association activities, develop new members, and improve the effectiveness of chapter operations. The scope, research, and content of presentations must be of high quality, motivational, informative, and instructive. The travel itinerary demands a high degree of flexibility, participation, and knowledge about the association, current legislation, and each of the components of the Army as they impact soldiers, family members, retired soldiers, DOD civilians, veterans, sponsors, and friends of the Army. The Director maintains a communication network with Army leaders, chapter leaders, soldiers and their families, DOD civilians, retired soldiers, veterans, and friends of the Army to advise, interpret, support, and understand.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Extensive working knowledge with the United States Army.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer proficiency, including common office software.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Time management and organizational abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Assumes the duties of Vice President of NCO and Soldier Programs in their absence.
Serves as a coordinator and advisor on all matters relating to membership promotion and retention of noncommissioned officers and soldiers.
Provides recommendations for improving AUSA's actions and programs affecting noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted soldiers.
Coordinates visits in support of the Association's Chapters and Army organizations for the Vice President of NCO and Soldier Programs.
Communicates with Region and Chapter Vice Presidents for NCO and Soldier Programs to assist, coach, and mentor Chapter programs.
Principal assistant in preparation of the annual NCO and Soldier Programs Directorate budget.
Provides weekly close-out-roll up to the VP of NCO and Soldier Programs of all working and upcoming tasks/travel.
Performs biweekly-calendar scrub with entire team of upcoming events, travel, PTO.
Writes monthly AUSA Extra Article highlighting chapter engagements, LPDs, and travel.
Writes monthly AUSA Insider Newsletter highlighting internal engagements/travel and team achievements for AUSA.
Prepares Board of Directors slide.
Attends monthly Director's meeting with AUSA Chief of Staff.
Oversees the Association's noncommissioned officer and soldier awards programs, provides comprehensive list to the Sergeant Major of the Army's (SMA's) office, instructs in travel coordination for Annual Meeting.
Oversees the Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs web page, ensures updates are completed post Annual Meeting and throughout the year.
Oversees the production of the bi-weekly Soldier Today e-letter.
Briefs and updates attendees during New Chapter President's Training, trains employees the content to brief to take the lead.
Briefs and updates attendees during New Chapter Leader Training, trains employees the content to brief to take the lead.
Maintains constant contact with principle noncommissioned officers of all components of the Army to exchange information and encourage support.
Meets with the SMA and/or his office staff frequently and monthly from July going into the AUSA Annual Meeting.
Attends designated Region meetings to report on activities, identify and resolve problem areas, and obtain recommendations for association staffing.
Receives and responds to requests for information and assistance from chapter leaders, Army leaders and soldiers, media, and the general public.
Plans and coordinates all chapter and leader development travel for the VP, NCO and Soldier Programs. Coordinates the agenda with all stakeholders, uploads all coordination into the SharePoint and activities into the calendar.
Presents the AUSA Annual Writing Award to the honored recipient graduating from the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy.
Responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of all soldier activities coinciding with the Association's Annual Meeting.
Supports scheduling and travel support for Vice President of NCO and Soldier Programs in support of approximately 6 noncommissioned officer and soldier supported events.
Coordinates support for noncommissioned officer and soldier recognition events Army wide through the National Association Headquarters or supporting Chapter level leaders in their support efforts. National Association Headquarters support includes office coordination and attendance by the Vice President or Director for annual and semi-annual events.