Operations And Training Specialist

Army National Guard Units • Camp Smith, NY

22h

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position, Position Description Number D0607000, in the Facility Engineers, National Guard. The Operations and Training Specialist (GS-0301-09) manages and directs the Operations and Training Division, ensuring ranges, training facilities, training aids, and devices are available to users of the training site. The position requires membership in the employing state's National Guard in a compatible military assignment, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. Military grades are enlisted. The position is not eligible for appointment of annuitants.

The role includes planning for range and training-area development, preparing program and budget documents, establishing policies and procedures, and overseeing one or two subordinate employees. The work may significantly affect the environment; the employee is responsible for maintaining awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

The position may require irregular or overtime (compensatory) hours to meet operational requirements or contingencies, including hours outside the normal duty day. A background investigation is required, and the selectee must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance within one year of appointment. A two-year trial period may be required. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence disqualifies an individual from performing the position's duties.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required before the effective date of placement.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Military grade: enlisted.
• General experience, education, or training providing knowledge of organizational, management, and administrative principles; experience compiling reports and other documents and conveying information through person-to-person contacts; progressively responsible experience providing technical guidance and assistance in comparable work; and experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least one year of specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to the next lower grade level, including technical guidance and assistance in comparable work.
• Thorough knowledge of administrative procedures and management practices, including experience developing administrative procedures.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative working environment.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance within one year of appointment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence disqualifies an individual from performing the position's duties.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• May be required to successfully complete a two-year trial period.
• If qualifying using education alone: a master's or equivalent graduate degree, two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a related LL.B. or J.D.
• If qualifying through a combination of education and experience: a combination of specialized experience and education beyond a four-year degree in a related field; official transcripts and documentation of education are required for education credit.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the Operations and Training Division.
• Ensure ranges, training facilities, training aids, and devices are available to training-site users.
• Formulate long- and short-range plans for development of range facilities and training areas.
• Develop program documents and funding plans for standard target systems and remote engagement target systems identified for use in the five-year range development plan.
• Develop associated construction programs and budget estimates.
• Develop installation policies and regulations governing range safety, training, medical evacuation, and other emergency procedures.
• Oversee and direct the work of one or two subordinates assigned to the Operations and Training Division.
• Evaluate facility size in relation to projected use, troop density, and required types of training.
• Maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities as required by legal and regulatory requirements and the organization's mission.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level