Program Manager (Deputy Wing Commander)

Air National Guard Units • Terre Haute, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Indiana National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the 181st Intelligence Wing, under Position Description Number D2910000. The Program Manager (Deputy Wing Commander) assists the Wing Commander in setting unit goals and overseeing planning and execution of unit programs. The position supports formulation, presentation, justification, and execution of an allocated multi-million-dollar budget involving multiple major force elements and state funds. It also supports communication and coordination with national, state, and local political leadership on matters of interest or potential adverse impact. In conjunction with the Wing Commander, the incumbent negotiates and approves agreements with military and civil agencies, including host/tenant agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint-use and interservice agreements, leases, and licenses. Other duties may be assigned.

This is an excepted service position requiring National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment. The selectee must wear the military uniform and be eligible for the specified military grade and assignment. The work may involve classified or sensitive information, travel, driving, and irregular or overtime hours to support operational requirements or contingencies. The position is subject to background investigation, security-clearance requirements, and pre-employment and random drug testing. No education qualification is required.

Requirements

• National Guard membership and eligibility for immediate membership in a compatible military assignment are required.
• Must meet the stated military grade requirement: Lt Col/O-5, eligible for immediate promotion to O-6/Col with an approved COE; compatible military assignment is 091W0.
• General experience managing or directing one or more programs, including supporting service organizations, and knowledge of management principles, practices, methods, and techniques through supervisory, managerial, professional, or technical work experience or training.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
• Specialized experience analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering relevant data, and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies, and correspondence; and evaluating objectives and developing plans to use resources effectively.
• Knowledge of the organization, its mission, and organizational staff procedures.
• Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations or administrative support functions.
• Must wear the military uniform as a condition of employment.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation; may be required to complete a probationary period.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and safeguard sensitive or classified information in accordance with regulations.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May be required to travel by car, military or commercial aircraft, or other transportation for temporary duty assignments.
• Irregular or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies, including work outside the normal duty day.
• An appropriate valid driver's license may be required if driving a motor vehicle is required.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet applicable requirements of the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act.
• An Exception to Policy memorandum is required for specified Indiana National Guard federal technicians who have had a new position, promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months; Tenure 0 Temporary employees with a not-to-exceed date do not need one.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Wing Commander in determining unit goals that guide long- and short-range planning and execution of unit programs.
• Assist in formulating, presenting, justifying, and executing an allocated multi-million-dollar budget involving several major force elements and state funds.
• Assist the Air Command in communicating and coordinating matters of interest or potential adverse impact with national, state, and local political leadership.
• In conjunction with the Wing Commander, negotiate and approve host/tenant agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint-use and interservice agreements, leases, and licenses with military and civil agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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