Inspections Specialist (Superintendent)

Air National Guard Units • Kirtland AFB, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This National Guard position is for an INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT), Position Description Number D2897000 and is part of the NM 150th Special Operations Wing, National Guard. The Inspector General (IG) Superintendent oversees various complex IG activities, develops policy, and advises the Wing IG on effectively implementing The Inspection System. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System, CCIP, Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP), Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program. Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness, economy, efficiency, and state of discipline for the Wing; and provides timely, credible, and impartial information to program managers, policymakers, and leaders at all levels. Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs in accordance with Wing Commander's intent, Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ), multiple Gaining Major Commands (G-MAJCOMS), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Department of the Air Force (DAF), and Department of Defense (DoD) directives. Responsible for planning and executing the various complex programs supporting of the Wing CCIP. Organizes and conducts independent evaluations of high-risk mission areas to identify issues interfering with readiness, economy, efficiency, discipline, effectiveness, compliance, performance, and surety. Utilizes a systematic approach to analyze enterprise-wide inspection data including G- MAJCOM(s) continual evaluations, Higher Headquarter (HHQ) Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs), Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA), Wing Climate surveys, and Defense Readiness Report System (DRRS), etc., to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS) which is designed to identify potential blind spots to aid commanders' decisions to allocate resources. Autonomously conducts reoccurring focus groups across the Wing to fact-find and inform RBSS which may detect Wing IG level complaints. Oversees the management of Wing instruction and develops goals using detailed analysis of the Wing USAP and IG systems of record, to include IGE-MS, IGE-MS-C and MICT. Ensures the Wing USAP is developed and continually refined to inform the CCIP of the Wing's overall health. Collaborates with personnel at all levels within the Wing to foster an environment of critical self- assessment and corrective action planning. Ensures adequate guidance and training is developed and provided to Commanders, Unit Self-Assessment Program Managers (USAPMs), MICT Administrators, and IGEMS users across the Wing who are executing the self-assessment portion of the CCIP. Supports Commanders at all levels as they build and preserve robust IJSAPs designed to fulfill their congressional requirements and DAF regulations to inspect those under their command. Serves as an independent IG in overall operation, administration, and management of the CRP, IG Investigations, FWA, and Whistleblower Reprisal program. Assists the Wing IG in the development, review, and implementation of local guidance; supplements to G-MAJCOM(s) policies and procedures to achieve prompt and proper resolution of investigations and inquiries under the IG CRP. Advises the Wing IG and Wing Commander on all activities related to CRP and FWA, especially matters that are unprecedented, controversial, highly visible, or of significant importance to the Commander or public. Acts as the Commander's eyes and ears to be alert for and keep senior leadership informed of the Wing climate and matters that are indicative of systemic, morale, or other problems that may impede efficiency and mission effectiveness. Hears, analyzes, and investigates a variety of IG complaints, grievances, inquiries, and/or suggestions at any time from military members (retired and active), civilians, dependents, or the general public. Coordinates with the Wing Commander and Wing IG to identify and apportion appropriate manpower to administer effective CCIP and CRPs as IG duty is a position of high public trust and personnel selected must be functional experts with a breadth of experience. Serves as a SME on IG force development and roles and responsibilities as outlined in DAF, G-MAJCOM(s) and Career Field Manager's guidance. Advocates for IG personnel and WIT members with a substantial breadth of experience, exceptional maturity and demonstrated sound judgement, attributes of the highest professional standards and moral character, as well as possess security clearance commensurate with duties required, holds no record of civil conviction or conviction by court-marital, non-judicial punishment, or Unfavorable Information File (UIF), in order to provide credibility for those Airmen, family members, and civilians who seek IG assistance. Develops and administers local IG and WIT training covering a wide range of critical skills.

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 trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
• Work may require access to higher classified information.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
• Employee will be required to wear and use personal protective equipment as required and provided by the employer.
• Incumbent must complete the wing Inspector General Training Course Inspections (IGTC-I) within 180 days of appointment.
• Must complete Inspector General Training Course Complaints Resolution (IGTC-Q) within 180 days of appointment.
• IG appointees for nuclear-capable units will complete the USAF Nuclear Inspector Course within 180 days of assignment.
• Military Grades: Enlisted (E-7 and E-8)
• Compatible Military Assignments: Open to all AFSC's to apply, but must meet the requirements to obtain AFSC 8I000
• Must possess 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in applying, a wide range of complex inspection, investigation, and/or compliance principles, concepts, and practices; administrative and legal procedures; and statistical and financial analyses.
• Must possess knowledge of the laws, regulations, Executive Orders, court decisions, and issues related to the IG complaints process, which include Fraud, Waste, and Abuse disclosures, the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act.
• Knowledge of a variety of well- precedential assignments, which are moderately difficult, complex, or sensitive.

Responsibilities

• Oversees various complex IG activities, develops policy, and advises the Wing IG on effectively implementing The Inspection System.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System, CCIP, Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP), Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program.
• Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness, economy, efficiency, and state of discipline for the Wing.
• Provides timely, credible, and impartial information to program managers, policymakers, and leaders at all levels.
• Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs.
• Responsible for planning and executing the various complex programs supporting of the Wing CCIP.
• Organizes and conducts independent evaluations of high-risk mission areas to identify issues interfering with readiness, economy, efficiency, discipline, effectiveness, compliance, performance, and surety.
• Utilizes a systematic approach to analyze enterprise-wide inspection data to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS).
• Conducts reoccurring focus groups across the Wing to fact-find and inform RBSS.
• Oversees the management of Wing instruction and develops goals using detailed analysis of the Wing USAP and IG systems of record.
• Ensures the Wing USAP is developed and continually refined to inform the CCIP of the Wing's overall health.
• Collaborates with personnel at all levels within the Wing to foster an environment of critical self- assessment and corrective action planning.
• Ensures adequate guidance and training is developed and provided to Commanders, Unit Self-Assessment Program Managers (USAPMs), MICT Administrators, and IGEMS users.
• Supports Commanders at all levels as they build and preserve robust IJSAPs.
• Serves as an independent IG in overall operation, administration, and management of the CRP, IG Investigations, FWA, and Whistleblower Reprisal program.
• Assists the Wing IG in the development, review, and implementation of local guidance; supplements to G-MAJCOM(s) policies and procedures.
• Advises the Wing IG and Wing Commander on all activities related to CRP and FWA.
• Acts as the Commander's eyes and ears to be alert for and keep senior leadership informed of the Wing climate and matters that are indicative of systemic, morale, or other problems.
• Hears, analyzes, and investigates a variety of IG complaints, grievances, inquiries, and/or suggestions.
• Coordinates with the Wing Commander and Wing IG to identify and apportion appropriate manpower to administer effective CCIP and CRPs.
• Serves as a SME on IG force development and roles and responsibilities.
• Advocates for IG personnel and WIT members.
• Develops and administers local IG and WIT training covering a wide range of critical skills.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

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