Location: Siloam Springs,AR, USA
Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This National Guard position is for a HOUSING OFFICER (Title 5), Position Description Number T5531000 and is part of the AR ARNG ROBINSON MANEUVER TNG CTR, National Guard. Responsibilities 1. Directs and reviews the assignment of troop buildings, furnishings, and equipment in the cantonment area in consideration of such factors as size of units, sex of troops, type of unit, serviceability and availability of building space and desire to maintain unit integrity while effecting maximum utilization of Space. Personally resolves controversies and problems that arise over the assignment of space. 2. Directs the billeting program for VIP housing and bachelor and transient-type quarters. Oversees issuance of certificates of non-availability and the collection and records maintenance of costs of laundering linen, maid service, and other services directly connected with the operation of bachelor accommodations. 3. Formulates tenant directives and instructions within the framework of installation housing requirements concerning assignments, terminations, inspections, maintenance, cleanliness, conservation of utilities, and other housing activities. 4. Develops local instructions and directives concerning normal and priority assignment of quarters. maintenance and repair reporting procedures, non-availability of quarters procedures, and a variety of related facility requirements. 5. Determines annual requirements and formulates budget estimate for operating supplies, maid service, laundry service, custodial services; personnel costs, etc. Manages special housing funds such as the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. the Billeting Fund, etc. 6. Serves as a member of the training Site's installation level facility improvement or construction board, Billeting Fund Council, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Committee, or other similar deliberative assemblies. Develops recommendations to improve the living conditions of residents and proposals or planning documents containing requests and justification for funds, personnel, or materials required to accomplish major housing facility activities. This includes such studies and recommendations as those affecting changes in billeting rates. number of employees, organization of work, billets to be maintained as operational, etc. Recommendations are typically based on studies such as operational costs versus collections or study of trends observed which indicate changing space requirements of troops. 7. Schedules pre-occupancy and termination inspections and supervises the issue and turn-in of buildings to include the conduct of joint tenant-management inspections for the purpose of providing tenant directives and instructions; evaluating the cleanliness, maintenance, and habitability of quarters: and verifying inventory oi furnishings and equipment issued. 8. Coordinates the operation. maintenance, and utilization of troop buildings with other organizations in the training site to assure efficient and timely housing services. maintenance. alteration, minor construction. painting, and repairs. 9. Supervises a warehousing operation responsible for receiving, storing, and issuing furnishings and equipment; equipping troop buildings in the cantonment area; maintaining an adequate amount of furnishings and equipment to fulfill supply demands; and maintaining accountability of property assigned to the Housing Division. 10. Performs personnel management functions. Either directly or through subordinate supervisors, assigns work and reviews the results of work performed. Interviews personnel and makes selections or appropriate recommendations. Assures that all training needs app met and that required cross-training is accomplished to avoid backlogs. Establishes performance standards and completes or reviews employee performance of both state and federally employed subordinates. Determines overall leave schedule and is responsible for accountability of all personnel assigned to the division. Initiates personnel actions to fill vacant positions, reassign, promote, change job structure. etc. Counsels employees, adjusts informal complaints and grievances through discussion with employee and union representatives, and initiates disciplinary actions as needed. Ensures that employees observe regulations and rules on housekeeping, conduct, and safety. 11. Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of Employment Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the incumbent must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of housing management methods, practices, and operating techniques. Experience communicating information both verbally and in writing, and the ability to meet and deal with individuals and groups. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training coordinating movement and accountability of equipment. Experience conducting audits and preparing reports. Experience which demonstrated the knowledge of basic principles, techniques, and methodology pertaining to the management planning, scheduling, coordinating and efficient use of Government-owned housing facilities. Experience developing and implementing a variety of directives and instructions concerning the full range of billeting activities for application by residents and lower-level housing personnel Education Additional Information Veteran Preference may apply if the first area of consideration are not met. Veterans Information: Veterans' information must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documents for eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be: 1. A copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. 2. A certification that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. 3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online. If claiming over 30% disability a SF-15 is required to be submitted with your letter. NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214. 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 (