Range Planner

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Benning, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Range Planner is located at the United States Army Garrison Fort Benning, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobility and Security, in Fort Benning, Georgia. The position serves as the chief technical authority for formulating, coordinating, and implementing range management and development programs for firing ranges under the jurisdiction of the Range Complex. It develops initiatives for range management and land utilization by interpreting and analyzing applicable laws and regulations; plans procedures and schedules for modifying existing ranges or developing new ones to meet Department of Defense requirements; and applies environmental and safety regulations to ensure ranges are used and protected in accordance with requirements and doctrine. The role also coordinates Range Complex activities, operations, and requirements with other organizations and agencies.

The position requires eligibility for and maintenance of a Secret security clearance or access, and includes rotating shifts to provide coverage during evenings, weekends, holidays, and special situations. Overtime, night work, weekend and holiday work, and alternate or flexible schedules may be required in support of training cycles. Temporary duty or business travel is required approximately 10% of the time. The position may be filled as a term appointment not to exceed two years, with possible extensions subject to applicable limits and approvals.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience involving environmental laws and safety regulations, such as the National Environmental Policy Act, pertinent to range protection; multi-weapons firing range principles, practices, and procedures; and development of plans and goals for future range requirements for maneuver platforms and weapon systems.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent, GS-11.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment; a background investigation and credit check are required.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Meet the applicable employment-authority eligibility category and provide documentation of eligibility.
• Education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Complete a one-year probationary period, if appointed under the stated requirement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the chief technical authority for formulating, coordinating, and implementing range management and development programs for firing ranges under the Range Complex.
• Formulate initiatives for range management and land utilization, interpreting and analyzing applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop plans, procedures, and schedules for alterations or modifications to existing or new ranges to meet Department of Defense requirements.
• Apply environmental and safety regulations to ensure ranges are used and protected in accordance with applicable requirements and doctrine.
• Coordinate and liaise with other organizations and agencies regarding Range Complex operations and requirements.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for annual leave accrual may be authorized.
• Public transportation and free parking are available at the location.

What This Job Offers

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