Security Specialist (Training Specialist)

Air National Guard Units • Fort Wayne, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Indiana National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the IN 122nd Fighter Wing, under Position Description Number D2161000. The position manages the Security Forces Squadron’s unit-training program and advises the unit commander on the availability and management of training to meet organizational and mission needs. It also supports operational readiness, classified-information security, personnel assignments, inspections, assessments, and budget planning. When needed or directed, the incumbent performs and enforces the full range of security forces duties within the military installation.

This position requires National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment, wearing the military uniform, and the ability to obtain and maintain the position’s required security clearance. The military grades are E4 through E5 (SrA–SSgt), with compatible military assignment 3P051.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required, including eligibility for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in the announcement if not already a member.
• Must be eligible for a compatible military assignment; compatible assignment is 3P051. Military grades are E4 through E5 (SrA–SSgt).
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if a male born after December 31, 1959, when applicable.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative working environment.
• Specialized experience, education, or training in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately.
• Ability to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting technical material.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, using presentation and report formats.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to assess the surrounding environment and recognize immediate risk levels.
• Education and validated understanding of basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade for one of the seven organizational program disciplines and its applicable Security Series career.
• Experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties, typically in or related to the work of the position; creditable specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression, at GS-07.
• For GS-09 qualification through 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. Transcripts or other proof of education must be provided.
• Applicants willing to join the Indiana Air National Guard and seeking to establish AFSC compatibility must upload their Report Individual of Personnel (RIP) to determine ASVAB qualification.
• An Exception to Policy memorandum is required for certain current Indiana National Guard Federal Technicians selected for a new position within the previous 36 months; Tenure 0 Temporary employees with a not-to-exceed date do not need one.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• May occasionally be required to work outside normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review operations, mobility, contingency, and exercise plans to ensure Security Forces Squadron combat readiness.
• Ensure proper security, classification, and storage of classified documents.
• Oversee coordination, review, and implementation of Security Forces manning authorizations and military personnel assignments.
• Manage the unit-training program, including planning, organizing, directing, operating, and evaluating training-related items.
• Advise the unit commander on the availability and management of the Security Forces training program to meet organizational and mission needs.
• Develop, administer, and oversee management of the unit’s training programs for supervisors.
• Direct the certification testing (CERTEST) program.
• Forecast and submit Deployment For Training requirements in coordination with the Security Forces commander to ANG NGB/A7.
• Conduct unit self-inspections and assessments.
• Plan, formulate, analyze, and coordinate budget submissions.
• Represent Security Forces at wing training meetings.
• When needed or directed, perform and enforce the full range of security forces duties within the military installation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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