Training Administrator - Title 32

Army National Guard Units • Marietta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position for a Training Administrator, Position Description Number D2244000, assigned to the Joint Force Headquarters in Marietta, Georgia. It is a full-time, excepted permanent, dual-status position requiring membership in the Georgia Army National Guard. The position is open to current members of the Army National Guard and requires a compatible military assignment in the employing state’s National Guard. The selectee must wear the military uniform.

The Training Administrator provides readiness and pre- and post-mobilization training to Soldiers and plans, budgets, coordinates, and delivers the state’s Distributed Learning Program (DLP). The role works with state National Guard branches, Joint Force Headquarters, NGB, external agencies, training providers, and site administrators to identify training needs, arrange courses and facilities, support program operations, and improve training delivery. It also administers DLP agreements and program funds, evaluates training effectiveness, and advises state leadership and unit commanders on distributed learning capabilities.

The position oversees Distributed Learning Classroom (DLC) operations and maintenance, supervises and trains DLC personnel, and operates classroom technology as needed. Other duties may be assigned. The work may require driving a motor vehicle with an appropriate valid driver’s license. The position requires suitability determination through a background investigation and the ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance; a probationary period may be required. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. The incumbent must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities and may not perform the duties if convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence.

Requirements

• Current membership in the Army National Guard; the position requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state’s National Guard before the effective date of placement.
• Military grade of O1–O3.
• General experience in a trade, craft, occupation, or subject appropriate to the position.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least 36 months of specialized experience, education, or training organizing and developing clear written communications such as reports and studies, and presenting ideas orally in a clear and convincing manner.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and institutions having different interests.
• Experience developing training coursework or providing instruction in a training environment.
• Experience coordinating and acquiring training materials.
• Experience in administration, supervision, or development of training or instructional programs.
• Experience evaluating and analyzing processes related to instruction and training programs.
• Experience providing thorough knowledge of the organizational structure and mission goals at the managerial level of the position.
• Applicants must substantiate qualifications in their own words; copying the vacancy announcement or position description may result in disqualification.
• Applicants must include beginning and ending month and year for all jobs listed on their resumes.
• A high school graduate or equivalent may substitute for three months of specialized experience. Education above high school may substitute for experience under the stated academic-year and credit-hour rules; relevant transcripts or other documentation must be provided when claiming education.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements based on a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence disqualifies an individual from performing the duties.
• If required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered.
• If driving is required, must possess an appropriate valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide readiness, pre-mobilization, and post-mobilization training to Soldiers.
• Coordinate with directorates and external agencies to develop and execute the State Adjutant General’s DLP goals, objectives, and policies.
• Facilitate the transition from resident-based training to distributed learning technologies and methodologies.
• Plan, integrate, and coordinate agencies and offices participating in or supporting National Guard programs and events.
• Plan and coordinate distributed learning training opportunities for the state’s National Guard Soldiers.
• Research and analyze vendor and internal training sources to fulfill training needs.
• Develop and administer a training program that meets Soldiers’ distributed learning instructional and educational support needs.
• Administer payments to training providers; schedule courses; notify supervisors and participants of course dates and costs; and administer course evaluations.
• Serve as liaison among vendors, training providers, and site administrators, resolving program problems and issues.
• Coordinate construction of classroom facilities with NGB branches and Army organizations.
• Analyze distributed learning trends and issues, and conduct studies, surveys, and audits to assess program effectiveness against established goals.
• Provide guidance and coordinate technical and training support for site administrators.
• Coordinate site preparation with the Construction Facility Management Office and site points of contact; review estimates, ensure work meets program standards, and maintain schedules.
• Coordinate with the USPFO, Grant Office Representative, or state comptroller on inter-agency agreements and the flow of program income through the DL Cooperative Agreement.
• Assist with developing training materials by analyzing educational and instructional problems or questions.
• Resolve novel or controversial training program issues; establish evaluation criteria; and develop conclusions, reports, and recommendations from training personnel reports.
• Identify and develop solutions to problems in the delivery of distributed learning training.
• Plan, budget, and deliver the state’s DLP; assess training needs and improve training processes and procedures.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies, standard operating procedures, and practices for managing the state’s DLP.
• Advise the State DCSOPS and unit commanders on distributed learning capabilities for required training.
• Manage and support state DLP activities, including familiarity with courseware, content, and resources available to Soldiers for readiness training and PPMT.
• Facilitate DLP Master Cooperative Agreement requirements, including annual modifications, prior fiscal year closeout, annual budget estimates, spend-plan progress, and site-rate worksheets for allocable reimbursements and program income.
• Coordinate scheduling of state DL facilities with both National Guard branches.
• Work with NGB, Joint Force Headquarters, and state National Guard branches to identify and eliminate duplicate training and promote best practices to streamline the program and increase student throughput.
• Share DL facility utilization data with NGB and state branch DL staffs.
• Oversee DL Classroom operations and maintenance; supervise and train DLC personnel.
• Operate DL Classroom equipment, including workstations, projector, multimedia control panel, VTC, MCU bridge, and secure VTC, as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive range of benefits; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED