TRAINING SPECIALIST (COMMAND & CONTROL)

Summary This position is for a TRAINING SPECIALIST (COMMAND AND CONTROL), PD# D2386000, part of the Nevada Air National Guard. This position is located in the Wing Command Post (Command and Control Section) of an NVANG. This is an Air National Guard (ANG) Dual Status Technician position that is verified on the unit manpower document and reflects the correct classified military membership, compatible unit position assignment, compatible military skill assignment, and compatible rank assignment. Responsibilities 1. Plans, organizes, develops, directs, implements, evaluates and manages formal classroom training. Develops annual training plans for controllers and aircrews, which cover all aspects of command and control training. Develops different types of training to include initial, refresher, recurring, and remedial. Performs course maintenance and updates based on major command (MAJCOM) and higher headquarters (HHQ) requirements, student needs, course content, and mission emphasis. Coordinates with HHQ and MAJCOM as needed to ensure implementation and evaluation of required training is being accomplished. Ensures plans are developed and instructed in accordance with HHQ and MAJCOM regulations, documents, and directives. Trains assigned personnel in the use of command and control related communication equipment and associated procedures. 2. Reviews, evaluates and analyzes training through examination results, task evaluations, personnel performance, and consultation of subject matter with experts in the field to determine the quality and overall effectiveness of the training plan. Ensures identified testable materials are adequate to achieve learning and performance objectives. Responsible for the evaluation of personnel during all phases of training based on their performance, experience, background, education, learning skills, and retention. Based on these evaluations, develops specific courses of study to accomplish desired objective, and advises the superintendent and the wing commander on the status and skill level of assigned personnel, and recommends certification or decertification of said personnel. Ensures personnel can attain and maintain certification in the required areas and ensures trainees performance of command and control emergency actions procedures are accomplished, without error, during operational events. Ensures controllers can achieve and maintain 90% test results in Command and Control operations and Emergency Action Message (EAM) procedures. Schedules a variety of training for all assigned personnel to include equipment training, certification, formal, self-study and ancillary training. Reviews and evaluates training and support material for the wing command and control training program to include updating documents, maintaining individual training records, proper handling and controlling classified material to ensure accuracy and consistency to meet training objectives. 3. Ensures adequate protection and procedures are in place to safeguard resources, to include the physical security of the command post, the Crisis Action Team (CAT) and critical support systems. Develops procedures for emergencies and contingencies such as evacuation, bomb threat, etc. Serves as the COMSEC Responsible Officer (CRO) for the command post COMSEC user account. Periodically reviews, validates, and projects COMSEC requirements to ensure required materials are in place to support the evolving missions. Ensures personnel are properly trained in the use of the COMSEC materials and procedures. Ensures command post complies with operational, communications, transmission, and computer security requirements. If applicable, serves as the Top Secret Control Officer (TSCO) for the Wing's Top Secret Account and ensures Wing's compliance IAW governing directives. 4. Serves as a key member of the CAT during operational events and briefs commander on all significant actions taken by the command post. Informs the commander on the status, progress, problem areas, shortfalls, and limitations in command and control and recommends solutions to ensure mission accomplishment and national objectives are achieved. Directs recall of wing personnel as required. Coordinates with other wing sections in the development of all reference guides, checklists, and displays utilized by the CAT. Provides administrative support to track and log CAT events. 5. Performs all duties required of a certified Command and Control Specialist and/or Command Post Superintendent in the absence of the Superintendent, as well as, maintains certification in required areas. 6. Is responsible for the management of the Wing Air Force Input Tool (AFIT) and Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS) programs. Reviews all available readiness data to ensure accuracy of unit reports. Prepares and presents formal readiness briefing to the Wing Commander and Staff, IG, MAJCOM, State Headquarters and NGB. Ensures all unit monitors are trained and briefed as necessary on all aspects of the readiness program, and maintains required documentation IAW HHQ directives. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. In compliance with Title 32 United States Code, the compatible military skill set is determined by the applicable service manpower requirements. Upon selection, individuals are assigned to the authorized position and its compatible military skill in accordance with Air force skill classification directives, statutes, and National Guard Bureau regulations. The Dual Status technician must obtain and maintain all military skill requirements in regard to training, education, certifications, experience. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Compatible Military Assignment: ENLISTED: E4-E6 COMPATIBLE DAFSC: 1C351 *Other Requirements & Conditions of Employment: - National Guard Membership is required. - Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. - Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. - Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. - May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. - Must maintain local network access. - Wear the uniform appropriate for the members' grade and component of the armed forces, maintaining standards of conduct and appearance. - This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. - Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. - May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required. -The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission. - For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience that provided evidence of the ability to instruct students in the use of equipment, principles, or practices of the subject or occupation. This experience may have been gained as a teacher or instructor; in on-the-job supervision or instruction of subordinates or fellow workers; or in work involving application of the principles, practices, and techniques of the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1-year of specialized experience as GS-07 in planning, organizing, developing, directing, implementing, evaluating and managing formal classroom training; developing annual training plans for controllers and aircrews, which cover all aspects of command and control training; also experience with evaluations, develops specific courses of study to accomplish desired objective, and advises the superintendent and the wing commander on the status and skill level of assigned personnel, and recommends certification or decertification of said personnel. Education If you are using Education to qualify for this position, Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. There is no specific education requirement for this position. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Training/Educational claims. To receive credit for Training/Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Training/Education requirements for this position. Additional Information - If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). - This is a Bargaining Unit position. - Applicants who feel they have restoration rights to this position should contact the HRO. - Military Incentives - Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and/or Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position. - Participation in Direct Deposit is mandatory. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: In accordance with the State Merit Placement Plan, candidates will be considered in order of their area of consideration category as appropriate. TERM POSITIONS: "Temporary-Not to Exceed" (TEMP) and "Temporary-Indefinite" (INDEFINITE) are considered to be TERM positions and are limited in duration to 4 years maximum. Employees reaching maximum TERM appointment limit of 4 years may be terminated. CONVERSION OF TERM (TEMPORARY/INDEFINITE) POSITIONS: Positions advertised as TEMP or INDEFINITE may be non-competitively converted to INDEFINITE or PERMANENT without further competition at a future date contingent upon available funding. For TEMP PROMOTIONS, position may be non-competitively converted upon expiration of the incumbent's USERRA rights. RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE: Recruitment and/or Relocation incentives may be available, if eligible. Incentives are subject to funding availability and TAG-NV approval and are not guaranteed. PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): PCS funding is NOT authorized. If you do not reside in the location of the position, you will be required to relocate at your own expense. SELECTED RESERVE INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Acceptance of this position will cause termination of Federal bonuses pursuant to respective Selected Reserve Incentive Programs (SRIP). This termination may be with or without recoupment of payments already made.