Program Manager (Director Of Plans Operations And Readiness)

Army National Guard Units • Carson City, NV

19h

About The Position

The Program Manager serves as the Director of Plans, Operations, and Readiness for the Nevada Army National Guard JFHQ-State and is the principal staff officer assisting the commander with the direction and control of operations. The position directs the J-3/5/7 and oversees its staff and missions, including planning, operations, readiness, force management, and mobilization. The role supervises federal and state civilian employees, National Guard technicians, and military personnel across subordinate units; sets direction and priorities; manages staff performance and development; and ensures personnel actions and workplace practices comply with applicable policies and equal employment opportunity requirements.

The Director formulates operational plans, policies, and programming and budgeting data; oversees military support programs, training, professional development, and coordination with civilian agencies. The position directs multi-million-dollar budget programs, state planning, the joint state counterdrug program, Innovative Readiness Training and Civil Military Program integration, state force-structure management, and joint aviation and air support operations. It synchronizes personnel, equipment, and resources with state and national priorities and readiness requirements. The incumbent may also supervise intelligence and security functions and performs other duties as assigned.

This is a National Guard dual-status technician position requiring National Guard membership, a compatible officer assignment at grade O-5, and maintenance of applicable military skill requirements. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and local network access. Occasional work outside normal duty hours and overtime may be required.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required.
• Must have a compatible military grade and assignment before the effective date of placement; compatible military assignment is officer grade O-5, with any MOS listed as compatible.
• Must obtain and maintain military skill requirements relating to training, education, certifications, and experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for the position.
• Must maintain local network access in accordance with AR 25-2.
• Must wear the uniform appropriate to grade and service component and maintain standards of conduct and appearance.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet the restrictions under the Lautenberg Amendment; a qualifying domestic-violence conviction disqualifies an individual from performing the duties.
• Must establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative work environment.
• May be required to complete a probationary period.
• May occasionally work outside normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• A valid state driver’s license is required for positions requiring operation of motor vehicles.
• General experience must include experience, education, or training managing or directing one or more programs, including supporting service organizations; supervisory, managerial, professional, or technical work or training providing knowledge of management principles and methods; and experience using computer and automation systems.
• Specialized experience must include one year equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
• Specialized experience must include analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions.
• Specialized experience must include preparing reports, plans, policies, and correspondence; evaluating objectives; and developing plans for effective resource availability and use.
• Specialized experience must include knowledge of the organization, its mission, and organizational staff procedures.
• Specialized experience must include applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning program efficiency and effectiveness, administrative or professional operations, or substantive administrative support functions.
• Specialized experience must include managing the function of the work to be performed and leading, directing, and assigning personnel work.
• Applicants must substantiate their relevant experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities in their resume.
• There is no specific education requirement; experience and/or training must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the position. Documentation is required to support training or education claims.
• Direct deposit participation is mandatory.
• PCS funding is not authorized; employees who do not reside at the position location must relocate at their own expense.

Responsibilities

• Supervise federal and state civilian employees, National Guard technicians, and military personnel in subordinate units.
• Plan, organize, and oversee the activities of the J-3/5/7.
• Develop goals and objectives that integrate organizational and operational planning into short- and long-term plans.
• Establish, revise, and review staff policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design to address work problems, improve quality, and meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Plan subordinate divisions’ and branches’ work, set priorities, prepare schedules, and use staff experience and capabilities effectively.
• Provide subordinate supervisors and staff with direction and advice on policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Structure the organization, balance workloads, and provide direction and vision on operational issues.
• Establish metrics and analytical systems to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate requests for additional resources and balance organizational needs with mission and resource requirements.
• Identify and implement changes to organizational priorities.
• Recommend awards and position-classification changes to higher-level managers.
• Hear and resolve group grievances and employee complaints; address employee performance or conduct issues and review or approve serious disciplinary actions as applicable.
• Review staff development needs, make decisions on non-routine or costly training requests, encourage self-development, and approve leave while ensuring adequate organizational coverage.
• Apply equal employment opportunity and affirmative employment principles to personnel actions and decisions.
• Manage the directorate’s missions and serve as the primary staff officer for plans, policies, and operations- and security-related programming and budgeting data.
• Oversee military support programs involving civilian agencies and organizations, training facilities, individual and collective training, and professional development and enhancement education.
• Manage readiness, force management, and mobilization for assigned, attached, OPCON, or Wartraced personnel and units in the state or territory.
• Plan, develop, manage, and direct multi-million-dollar budget programs.
• Direct state-plan preparation, synchronizing resources with national and international goals and guidance.
• Oversee the joint state counterdrug program, including resource management and coordination with federal, state, and local law enforcement and drug-reduction agencies.
• Assess, integrate, and synchronize Innovative Readiness Training and Civil Military Program requirements with training plans and resource and readiness constraints.
• Manage the State Objective Force Structure Allowance System and assess current and future command plans and programs.
• Synchronize political, informational, and military concerns through mission and demographic analyses, personnel and equipment re-stationing, market surveys, and allocation of limited resources.
• Manage joint aviation and air support operations.
• Maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be available to eligible candidates, subject to funding and approval; they are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

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