Yellow Ribbon Program Specialist

Army National Guard Units • Indianapolis, IN

17d

About The Position

This is an Indiana National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with IN JFHQ IN J1, under Position Description Number D2020000. The position supports the planning, coordination, implementation, and daily administration of the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP). It advises on YRRP and family program matters affecting service members and families during the deployment cycle, with the goal of maximizing readiness. The specialist also supports deployment-cycle tasks, maintains information and referral resources and program materials, and represents the program at conferences and meetings. National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required, and the selectee must wear the military uniform.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required; applicants who are not current members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment at the military grade listed in the announcement.
• Military grades E4 through E7.
• General experience, education, or training providing knowledge of organization, management, and administration; experience compiling reports and correspondence and conveying information through person-to-person contacts; progressively responsible experience demonstrating ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in comparable work; and experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least one year of specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including experience providing technical guidance and assistance in comparable work and a thorough understanding of administrative procedures and management practices.
• Experience developing administrative procedures.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative working environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must wear the military uniform as a condition of employment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation; may be required to complete a probationary period; and must participate in direct deposit.
• The position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment).
• For GS-09 qualification through education alone, must have 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. Education may be combined with specialized experience to meet the GS-09 experience requirement; transcripts or other proof of education must be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and administering the YRRP, including contracting for conference facilities, lodging, meals, and professional onsite child care.
• Advise on YRRP and family program issues relevant to service members and their families during the deployment cycle to maximize readiness.
• Assist with planning, maintaining, and updating an ongoing information and referral system for the military community.
• Provide assistance to units and individuals to support completion of Deployment Cycle Support tasks during the appropriate deployment phases.
• Help ensure state reporting requirements are accurate and timely for inclusion in the nationwide Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program Report.
• Maintain an up-to-date library of Yellow Ribbon Program benefits, support services, readiness materials, directives, policies, regulations, and standard operating procedures.
• Represent the program at conferences and meetings on family programs and Yellow Ribbon Program matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The announcement states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time