US Air National Guard Units
DIRECTOR OF FORCE SUPPORT (Title 32)
US Air National Guard Units, Center, Texas, United States, 75935
DutiesAs a DIRECTOR OF FORCE SUPPORT (Title 32) with the Texas National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:
Directs, plans, organizes, and oversees all support services activities of the Force Support Squadron (FSS) to supported organizational units. Coordinates work of force support personnel outside of the organization through relationships with senior leaders and career field managers. Serves as the primary advisor to senior leaders within and outside of the organization on all military personnel and force support matters within the Wing. Directs force support activities within the Wing to include Personnel, Commander's Support Staff, Base Contingency Operations, Food Services, Mortuary & Casualty Operations, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Fitness, Family Readiness, Force Development, Personnel Readiness, Postal and Honor Guard. May direct Recruiting and Retention operations for the Wing. Manages multiple resource budgets with differing legal requirements and timelines for execution. Makes decisions on complex work problems presented by subordinate supervisors. Finds and implements ways to improve processes, eliminate bottlenecks, promote team building, and improve business practices. Exercises delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of all military personnel and manpower activities within the Wing.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO and diversity objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides feedback on observed strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher level management. Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action to higher authority in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Encourages self-development.
Represents the FSS and the Wing formally and informally to outside agencies to justify, defend, or negotiate on force support matters for the Wing. Serves as the primary point-of-contact with National Guard Bureau (NGB) for all force support matters impacting the Wing. Provides field input to NGB on policy impact to mission effectiveness. Engages with outside agencies to educate, advocate, and negotiate all force support matters on behalf of the Wing. Frequent contact with high-ranking military or civilian managers, supervisors, and technical staff at NGB and Headquarters, US Air Force, through informal and formal methods of contact. Prepares briefings and data analysis for senior leadership and represents force support matters to Federal and State Congressional leadership and staffs as needed. Works closely with Army National Guard within the State and nationally on joint matters. Represents FSS and Wing on force support issues related to State Active Duty and emergency management.
Coordinates and integrates all aspects of force support for the Wing. De-conflicts competing priorities and resources among subordinates. Solves complex force management and force support problems and advises senior leadership on solutions to force management and force support issues impacting their organizations. Identifies and recognizes how organizational changes in unrelated mission areas may potentially impact force support services for one or multiple supported organizations. Provides leadership in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving processes and procedures across the full spectrum of force support services, and coordinates with NGB on best practices and expansion across the Air National Guard. Reviews and approves reports and data analysis by subordinates to ensure they accurately reflect the policies and positions of the organization and Wing. Develops policy and long-range plans for senior leadership in conjunction with senior leadership strategic vision, changes in legislation or resourcing, or other significant organizational changes directed by higher headquarters.
Performs other duties as assigned.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentAppointment Factor(s):
This is an excepted service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform.
Area of Consideration:
Nationwide This includes:
All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard,
All current members of the Texas Air National Guard, and
All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.
Incentives:
Acceptance of a military Federal technician position may result in termination and / or repayment of military incentives. Please check your contract and contact your servicing Education Services (Incentives) office or the Recruiting/Retention office.
Remarks:
The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Texas Air National Guard Membership is required.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy if funds are available.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
Military Requirements
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Need not have MOS to apply. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military duty position in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the MOS within one year of appointment.
Compatible Military Assignments :AFSC: 38FRank: O-3 (CPT) not to exceed O-5 (LT COL)
Qualifications
Specialized Experience Required
:
To qualify at the
GS-13
grade level, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment/experience reflecting at least 1 year experience, education or training equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-11) in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
EducationSubstitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
In addition, completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for 2 months of specialized experience.
Additional information
Additional Remarks:
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
Work may potentially require the employee to be exposed to search and recovery operations in direct response to a military mishap or when providing support to Civil Authorities during an Incident Response as part of domestic operations.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
After you submit your application, return to your USAJOBS account to check the status of your application. Status updates are available on your profile dashboard. Your application will be reviewed to make sure you're eligible and meet the qualifications for the position. If qualifications are met, your application will be referred to the hiring official and your status will be updated to "Referred" on your profile dashboard. All other applicants (not being considered) will receive a "Not Referred" status.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12586629
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply
to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to
select your resume and/or other supporting documents
to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and
click to continue with the application process .
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information
Human Resources Office
Phone
(000)000-0000
Email
ng.tx.txarng.mbx.hro-applications@army.mil
Address
TX 136th Airlift Wing200 Hensley AveFort Worth, TX 76127US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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Directs, plans, organizes, and oversees all support services activities of the Force Support Squadron (FSS) to supported organizational units. Coordinates work of force support personnel outside of the organization through relationships with senior leaders and career field managers. Serves as the primary advisor to senior leaders within and outside of the organization on all military personnel and force support matters within the Wing. Directs force support activities within the Wing to include Personnel, Commander's Support Staff, Base Contingency Operations, Food Services, Mortuary & Casualty Operations, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Fitness, Family Readiness, Force Development, Personnel Readiness, Postal and Honor Guard. May direct Recruiting and Retention operations for the Wing. Manages multiple resource budgets with differing legal requirements and timelines for execution. Makes decisions on complex work problems presented by subordinate supervisors. Finds and implements ways to improve processes, eliminate bottlenecks, promote team building, and improve business practices. Exercises delegated authority to oversee the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of all military personnel and manpower activities within the Wing.
Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO and diversity objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides feedback on observed strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher level management. Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action to higher authority in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Encourages self-development.
Represents the FSS and the Wing formally and informally to outside agencies to justify, defend, or negotiate on force support matters for the Wing. Serves as the primary point-of-contact with National Guard Bureau (NGB) for all force support matters impacting the Wing. Provides field input to NGB on policy impact to mission effectiveness. Engages with outside agencies to educate, advocate, and negotiate all force support matters on behalf of the Wing. Frequent contact with high-ranking military or civilian managers, supervisors, and technical staff at NGB and Headquarters, US Air Force, through informal and formal methods of contact. Prepares briefings and data analysis for senior leadership and represents force support matters to Federal and State Congressional leadership and staffs as needed. Works closely with Army National Guard within the State and nationally on joint matters. Represents FSS and Wing on force support issues related to State Active Duty and emergency management.
Coordinates and integrates all aspects of force support for the Wing. De-conflicts competing priorities and resources among subordinates. Solves complex force management and force support problems and advises senior leadership on solutions to force management and force support issues impacting their organizations. Identifies and recognizes how organizational changes in unrelated mission areas may potentially impact force support services for one or multiple supported organizations. Provides leadership in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving processes and procedures across the full spectrum of force support services, and coordinates with NGB on best practices and expansion across the Air National Guard. Reviews and approves reports and data analysis by subordinates to ensure they accurately reflect the policies and positions of the organization and Wing. Develops policy and long-range plans for senior leadership in conjunction with senior leadership strategic vision, changes in legislation or resourcing, or other significant organizational changes directed by higher headquarters.
Performs other duties as assigned.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentAppointment Factor(s):
This is an excepted service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard and wear of the military uniform.
Area of Consideration:
Nationwide This includes:
All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard,
All current members of the Texas Air National Guard, and
All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.
Incentives:
Acceptance of a military Federal technician position may result in termination and / or repayment of military incentives. Please check your contract and contact your servicing Education Services (Incentives) office or the Recruiting/Retention office.
Remarks:
The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Texas Air National Guard Membership is required.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy if funds are available.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
Military Requirements
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Need not have MOS to apply. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military duty position in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the MOS within one year of appointment.
Compatible Military Assignments :AFSC: 38FRank: O-3 (CPT) not to exceed O-5 (LT COL)
Qualifications
Specialized Experience Required
:
To qualify at the
GS-13
grade level, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment/experience reflecting at least 1 year experience, education or training equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-11) in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
EducationSubstitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
In addition, completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for 2 months of specialized experience.
Additional information
Additional Remarks:
For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
Work may potentially require the employee to be exposed to search and recovery operations in direct response to a military mishap or when providing support to Civil Authorities during an Incident Response as part of domestic operations.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
After you submit your application, return to your USAJOBS account to check the status of your application. Status updates are available on your profile dashboard. Your application will be reviewed to make sure you're eligible and meet the qualifications for the position. If qualifications are met, your application will be referred to the hiring official and your status will be updated to "Referred" on your profile dashboard. All other applicants (not being considered) will receive a "Not Referred" status.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12586629
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply
to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to
select your resume and/or other supporting documents
to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and
click to continue with the application process .
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information
Human Resources Office
Phone
(000)000-0000
ng.tx.txarng.mbx.hro-applications@army.mil
Address
TX 136th Airlift Wing200 Hensley AveFort Worth, TX 76127US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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