Location: Morrisville,NC, USA
Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1180000 and is part of the NC 449th TAB, National Guard (449th CAB / 2243-301). Responsibilities As a TRAINING TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32), GS-1702-9, you will formulate, oversee and evaluate the overall training programs for the command; develop yearly and longer training plans; issue instructions and procedures to subordinate units for the conduct of training activities that meet the requirements of the Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, major army headquarters and/or other higher headquarters; establish and conduct a training evaluation program for subordinate units; create or modify the unit's mission essential task lists in accordance with critical wartime mission requirements; review training evaluation and inspection reports to identify systemic problems and trends; determine and formulate needed revisions or improvements to training activities; review training plans and schedule of subordinate units for approval and revision as necessary; provide guidance and assistance to unit commanders or other training personnel pertaining to scheduling and conducting training; schedule and ensure the execution of special training courses on a variety of subjects(e.g., communications procedures, leadership courses, marksmanship training, etc); prepare and submit annual budget requirements to higher headquarters based on yearly training guidance and training calendars; sub-allocate funding to subordinate units for use in training activities; monitor usage of man days and funds designated for training; prepare and provide guidance on training eligibility requirements; maintain familiarity with training directives issued by all echelons of command to determine applications to local programs; prepare plans and reports pertaining to readiness and mobilization; provide guidance and assistance to units in preparation of readiness reports; receive and consolidate unit readiness feeder reports; evaluate the organizational readiness report and prepare recommendations for improvements/modifications of the battalion training program; prepare command level mobilization and contingency operation plans; provides technical guidance and assistance to subordinate units in the development of mobilization, alert and assembly plans for use in responding to local/national emergencies and homeland security missions; assist in the preparation for and executes command level inspections in the area of training and readiness; direct scheduling and coordination for the use of training sites and facilities; ensure the arrangement for equipment and supplies needed for training activities; procure or direct the procurement of training aids, manuals, or other instructional material; maintain liaison with personnel at local, state or federally operated training sites; identify the requirement for the coordination and maintenance of usage agreements for local/private training areas; may conduct environmental impact assessments for training sites/areas; coordinate with external training, evaluation and assistance organizations for the conduct and evaluation of army training to include Field Training Exercises (FTX), Command Posts Exercises (CPX), etc.; develop and implement Risk Management plans and programs for the command; provide guidance and assistance in implementing and following security measures for such items as documents, arms and ammunition, and communication/automation equipment (COMSEC/COMPUSEC); may be designated as Custodian or Alternate Custodian of Classified Documents, COMSEC/COMPUSEC account Custodian/Alternate and/or Physical Security Manager as required by regulations and local situations; functions as the primary advisor for anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) measures and ensures all AT/FP requirements are accomplished; ensure that procedures outlined in respective security regulations are complied with; identify requirements and justify requests for supplies and services such as ammunition, demolitions, rations, contract latrines, automation support, etc; coordinate with maintenance and supply personnel to insure equipment and supplies are available and ready for training activities; plans, organizes and assigns work to employees engaged in training and readiness at the command level; revise assignments or details employees to other duties as necessary to meet changing work situations, deadlines, or priorities. Participates in the selection of subordinates from lists of eligibles; establish performance standards and evaluates employee performance; prepare formal requests and recommendations for promotions, reassignments, etc.; recommend recognition for outstanding performance; provide initial approval/disapproval of leave; receive and resolves, or participates in the resolution of grievances, or forwards to higher-level management for resolution; act to resolve disciplinary problems, or forwards to higher level management for resolution; formulate plans for equal treatment of all employees; provide technical guidance to subordinate unit training and readiness personnel; perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: Enlisted (E4 to E7), Warrant Officer (WO1 to CW3) or Officer (2LT to CPT) GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Experiences, education, or training that demonstrated the ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise demonstrates the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (Must have at least 12 month) of experience equivalent to the GS-07. Experiences that demonstrated the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (Competencies/KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of Army or Air Force vision, values, organization, policy, and mission is mandatory. Knowledge in training centers, training programs, schools, and units for these systems. Have experiences in conducting and developing education and training programs. Also, experienced in conducting, supervising, or developing education or training programs. Knowledge in the Army or Air Force education and training policy requirements. Experienced in managing programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries. Knowledge is mandatory of audio-visual presentations, educational tests and measurements, and instructing techniques. Knowledge is mandatory of Army or Air Force education and training programs in regard to their principles, policies, and procedures. Experienced in performing interviews and counseling techniques; training techniques and instruction methods; task analysis procedures, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products. Must have effective writing skills; editing practices; instructional media applications, training reports, program and curriculum validation, and training implementation procedures. Experiences in training program management; scheduling training events and facilities; conducting assistance visits and training meetings; work center and individual job qualification standard development; education institution registration requirements; military personnel classification system and policies; communicative interpersonal skill applications; and distance learning concepts. Experienced and effective communicator. Abilities and experiences in presenting professional courses and briefings; and proficient capabilities in writing reports and records. Experiences as a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events. Experiences in organizing and preparing instructional materials. Understands and applies formal training objectives. Able to develop course syllabi, training project outlines, and daily and weekly lesson plans. Experienced in preparing assignments, laboratory exercises, demonstrations, training aids, and references and related material required to parallel and supplement course outline. Experienced in the art of instructing personnel, such as determining the instructional methods for class size and subject matter. Capable of instructing students by lectures, discussions, demonstrations, group activities, and laboratory work. Experienced in using audiovisual aids such as, mockups, graphs, training films, and film strips. Experienced in training aids such as, achievement and aptitude tests and rating scales. Experienced in identifying and conducting individual learning difficulties diagnoses and recommends courses of remedial instruction. Understands and applies basic classroom preparations for effective instruction using controlling factors such as, temperature, ventilation, lighting, cleanliness, and arrangement of desks and equipment. Education You must provide transcripts to support your educational claims. To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the 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 (