Transition Assistance Specialist T32

Army National Guard Units • Phoenix, AZ

24d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the Arizona Army National Guard, part of the AZ JFHQ Army. Located with the G1 in Phoenix, Arizona, the position plans, develops, manages, implements, coordinates, and directs the State National Guard Transition Assistance Advisor (TAA) Program. The specialist serves as the state’s single point of contact for advising Army and Air National Guard members, their families, senior leaders, managers, and supervisors about benefits and entitlements available through the Department of Veterans Affairs, TRICARE Military Health System, and Department of Defense. The role also resolves access problems and tracks wounded Guard members from overseas contingency operations through treatment and return to their home state.

The specialist consults with Joint Force Headquarters and advises the State Adjutant General and other state leadership on the TAA Program and related benefits. The role coordinates with National Guard components, federal and state offices, Veterans Service Organizations, and community resources; identifies barriers to benefits and care; and develops solutions for Guard members and families. It also interprets changing policies and regulations, provides education and training, recommends policy and legislative changes, establishes agreements with partner organizations, and reports on barriers and resolution efforts. The position requires membership in the Arizona Army National Guard in a compatible military assignment, wearing the military uniform, and maintaining a current state driver’s license.

Requirements

• Must be a current member of the Arizona Army National Guard in a military organization supported by the G1 before appointment; applicants who are not current members must be eligible for immediate National Guard membership and employment in the listed military grade.
• Must hold a compatible military assignment; any Army MOS or Branch is compatible. WOC applicants must have MOS 09W shown on their Soldier Talent Profile.
• Must meet one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.
• Experience, education, or training in program or managerial work directly related to the position or comparable functions.
• Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out programs; and evaluating and recommending operational-method changes.
• Experience in supervisory, staff, or technical work involving study, analysis, or evaluation leading to development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices, and procedures.
• Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must possess and maintain a current state driver’s license.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Education claims require transcripts or other supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Joint Force Headquarters (State) consultant on the TAA Program and VA benefits, and manage the state or territory TAA Program.
• Advise on development and implementation of TAA Program policy.
• Develop, direct, manage, implement, coordinate, and evaluate human service delivery to help military members and families understand and obtain authorized benefits, entitlements, and services.
• Coordinate with ANG Military Personnel Flight, ANG Medical Squadron, ARNG J-1, ARNG Medical Command, the Family Program Office, the National Guard Bureau, and other state National Guard components.
• Provide assistance, guidance, information, and support to Guard members and families seeking benefits and services through Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense, and the military health system after mobilization.
• Coordinate with federal and state directorates and community resources.
• Research and resolve complex entitlement issues for Guard members and family members.
• Advise the State Adjutant General on the state or territory TAA Program and counsel state leadership and management on benefits, resources, and recommended changes to legislation.
• Prepare and recommend policy changes, and draft legislation to improve state benefits for Guard members.
• Develop and prepare MOUs and MOAs with state Veterans Affairs departments, Veterans Service Organizations, the Department of Labor, the TAA, and community agencies and organizations.
• Interpret regulations, policy, and laws and adapt higher-headquarters and external guidance to the needs of the state’s units.
• Provide education, briefings, and training to State Joint Forces Headquarters staff on VA, TRICARE, and Veterans Service Organization entitlements and the TAA Program.
• Represent the Adjutant General and National Guard at state Veterans-related events.
• Identify barriers to Veterans’ entitlements and coordinate with VA personnel and Veterans Service Organizations to address them.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the National Guard Bureau Warrior Support Office, state military leadership, and the State Director of Veterans Affairs on barriers and actions taken to resolve them.
• Analyze, interpret, and clarify changes in Veterans Affairs entitlements.
• Establish and participate in councils, working groups, and teams addressing benefits and entitlement issues for National Guard members and families.
• Coordinate with the State Deputy Surgeon and NGB Warrior Support Office to identify and track Guard members wounded while on active duty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and whether employment is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for details on specific benefits.

What This Job Offers

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