TRAINING TECHNICIAN (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units•Fort Chaffee, AR

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted-service position with the Arkansas Army National Guard at the Chaffee Maneuver Training Center. The position develops, oversees, and evaluates command training programs; prepares training plans and readiness and mobilization reports; coordinates training sites, facilities, supplies, and external training support; and develops risk-management, safety, and security programs. It also forecasts training resources, supports subordinate units, and performs command-level personnel and supervisory duties related to training and readiness employees. National Guard membership is required. The selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard, hold a compatible military assignment, meet the specified military grade requirements, and wear the military uniform. The position requires a favorable background investigation, and a pre-placement physical may be required. The selectee must complete mandatory Full-Time Support training at the Professional Education Center within six months of assignment, if applicable. The work may require irregular or overtime hours to support operational requirements or contingencies. The position may affect the environment, and the employee is responsible for awareness of applicable environmental responsibilities. A valid state driver’s license is required for positions requiring motor vehicle operation.

Requirements

Must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard or eligible for immediate membership and compatible military assignment.
Must meet the military grade requirements: minimum E-4/SPC and maximum E-6/SSG. Applicants above the maximum grade must administratively reduce before appointment.
Must wear the military uniform.
Must initiate or possess a National Agency Check with Inquiries background investigation and receive a favorable determination.
Must meet military requirements without creating a grade inversion; technicians may not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader.
Must complete applicable mandatory Full-Time Support training at the Professional Education Center within six months of assignment.
Three years of progressively responsible general experience, including one year equivalent to at least GS-4, demonstrating problem analysis, data gathering, work planning and organization, and effective oral and written communication.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade.
Knowledge of Army or Air Force education and training program principles and procedures.
Experience with interviews and counseling, training and instructional methods, task analysis, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products.
Effective writing and editing skills, and experience with instructional media, training reports, program and curriculum validation, and implementation procedures.
Experience scheduling training events and facilities; supporting assistance visits and training meetings; or assisting with work-center and individual job qualification standards, education institution registration, and military personnel classification policies.
Experience with interpersonal communication skills and distance-learning concepts.
Experience participating and presenting at training and military or civilian conference events.
Ability to communicate ideas and guidance through oral and written communications, including presentations, briefings, and correspondence.
Knowledge of unit strength-maintenance procedures to assist with recruiting activities.
Must be registered for Selective Service if required by law.
Must meet federal employment suitability requirements based on a background investigation.
May be required to complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
Must establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
Must have a valid state driver’s license if the position requires operating motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

Formulate, oversee, and evaluate command training programs; develop annual and long-range training plans and issue training guidance to subordinate units.
Establish training evaluation programs, create or modify mission-essential task lists, review evaluation and inspection reports, and recommend training improvements.
Review subordinate-unit training plans and schedules, advise commanders and training personnel, and coordinate special training courses.
Prepare annual training budget requirements, allocate training funds, monitor funding and manday usage, and provide guidance on training eligibility.
Prepare readiness and mobilization plans and reports; assist units with readiness reporting; consolidate feeder reports; and recommend improvements to training programs.
Prepare command-level mobilization and contingency plans and assist subordinate units with mobilization, alert, and assembly plans.
Assist with and execute command-level inspections related to training and readiness.
Schedule and coordinate use of training sites and facilities; arrange equipment and supplies; procure training aids, manuals, and instructional materials; and maintain liaison with training-site personnel.
Identify requirements for training-area usage agreements and, when needed, conduct environmental impact assessments for training sites.
Coordinate with external organizations to conduct and evaluate Army training exercises, including Field Training Exercises and Command Posts Exercises.
Develop and implement command risk-management and safety programs; advise subordinate units; conduct inspections and assistance visits; investigate accidents and safety violations; and recommend corrective actions.
Serve as command security coordinator and advise on security measures for documents, weapons and ammunition, and communications and automation equipment; support anti-terrorism and force-protection requirements.
Identify and justify supply and service requirements, forecast and approve subordinate-unit ammunition requirements, and coordinate equipment and supply readiness with maintenance and supply personnel.
Plan, organize, and assign work to training and readiness employees; adjust assignments; participate in selection; establish performance standards; evaluate performance; and prepare personnel recommendations.
Provide initial approval or disapproval of leave and address or refer grievances and disciplinary matters; promote equal treatment and adherence to position-management principles.
Inform employees about personnel programs and provide technical guidance to subordinate-unit training and readiness personnel.
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 should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

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