POSITION:

AFSC: 1N4X1A/Fusion Analyst

Drill Status Guardsman

Grade Authorized:  MSgt/E-7

Positions Available:  2

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Air National Guard.

TO APPLY:

Contact 175th Wing Retention Office.  Phone: (410) 918-6479 or Email: 175WG.RecruitingApplications@ang.af.mil

DUTIES:

This position is located in the 175th Intelligence Squadron.   The primary purpose of the position is to conduct research and analysis of adversarial countries and organizations, their methods of collection/interception of information against DoD security interests, with emphasis on adversarial telecommunications and computer infrastructure.  Provides estimates of adversarial course of action, capability, and intentions to conduct Cyber Operations.  Additionally, the purpose of this position is to perform complex intelligence analysis and to update squadron personnel concerning opposing force threats and capabilities specific to mission requirements and assignments.  As a Senior Noncommissioned officer, provides mentorship and career guidance to unit enlisted personnel such as Professional Military Education, Air Force Specialty training and career enhancement, and promotion requirements. Assist in overseeing mission readiness and welfare of traditional enlisted personnel to ensure effective analysis and intelligence support of unit operations.

(1) Serves as the unit's expert intelligence analyst for the commander and staff.  Classifies research and performs analysis of intelligence information regarding hostile military, terrorist, or other threats.  Coordinates requests for information with Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency/Air Force Information Operations Center (AFISRA/AFIOC).  Collects, analyzes, evaluates and interprets intelligence data to project and recommend realistic threat scenarios, i.e., potential areas of vulnerabilities.  Ensures intelligence products are adequately protected and have proper classification markings before, during, and after an assessment or other event. 

(2) Analyzes and reports intelligence information. Performs detailed analysis on target network communications for additional exploitation. Recovers, correlates, and fuses technical, geographical, and operational intelligence information. Recognizes and exploits information. Authors’ time-sensitive intelligence reports in accordance

with established guidelines to support decisions makers. Produces, analyzes, studies, researches, fuses, and correlates intelligence for strategic, operational and tactical customers.

(3) Utilizes intelligence techniques to develop projects and activities within a specifically defined functional area of responsibility.  Prepares reports that include all aspects related to Information Operations/Information Warfare or threat analysis studies. 

(4) Responsible for the evaluation and interpretation of findings.  Participates in committees and meetings as a representative of the squadron within assigned area of responsibility. 

(5) Researches current computer and internet intrusion techniques of potential adversary threat countries or non-state actors, and other threat practices.    

(6) Uses all-source intelligence information to produce and present topical high-interest technical and operational intelligence briefings to all levels of command.

(7) Interprets DoD, National Security Agency, Air Force and other applicable security policies, standards and guidelines to enhance mission effectiveness. 

(8) Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current members of the Maryland Air National Guard and/or affiliated with the Maryland Air National Guard. The authorized grade of this position is E-7. AFSC: 1N4X1A.  Applicants must be E-7 or an E-6 eligible for promotion in order to be eligible to apply. Applicants not qualified in the AFSC must become qualified within 18 months. Must have superb organizational, analytical and communication skills.  Must currently have TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. Applicants must pass or already possess a current Counterintelligence Polygraph. Must be willing to be available for emergency response 24x7x365, except when pre coordination has occurred.

Specialized Experience:  Must gain and maintain knowledge of global communications procedures; analytical techniques; organization of the national intelligence structure; intelligence organizations and systems; Information Operations; organization of designated military forces; geography; collection and reporting, systems, principles, methods, and procedures; effective writing principles; oral and written intelligence

POSITION:

AFSC: 3D0X2/Cyber Systems Operations

Drill Status Guardsman

Grade Authorized:  TSGT/E-6

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Air National Guard.

TO APPLY:

Contact 175th Wing Retention Office. Phone: (410) 918-6479 or Email: 175WG.RecruitingApplications@ang.af.mil

DUTIES:

This position is located in the 175th Intelligence Squadron.   Installs, supports and maintains servers or other computer systems and plans for responding to service outages and interruptions to network operations. Administers server-based networked systems, distributed applications, network storage, messaging, and application monitoring required to provision, sustain, operate and integrate cyber networked systems and applications in garrison and at deployed locations. Core competencies include: server operating systems, database administration, web technologies, systems-related project management and supervising computer operators as well as consultant for computer-based problems beyond the knowledge of Client Systems technicians. Supports identification, reconnaissance and exploitation of vulnerabilities while enhancing capabilities within cyber environments to achieve desired affects.

(1) Provides core services by designing, configuring, installing, and managing data services at the operating system and server application level. Provides directory services utilizing dynamically-assigned IP addresses, domain name server, storage area network, and electronic messaging resources. Manages secure authentication methods utilizing public key infrastructure (PKI) technologies and procedures. Standardizes user privileges and system settings using automated deployment tools such as group policy objects (GPO) system management server. Implements security fixes, operating system patches, and antivirus software. Processes and reviews C4 systems requirement documentation, telecommunication service requests, status of acquisition messages, and telecommunication service orders.

(2) Performs system resource management, manages system accounts, performs system-wide backups and data recovery, and load and capacity planning and management. Administers classified and unclassified message traffic via electronic

mail systems, database operations, implement conversions, and investigate problems in database environment. Ensures continuing systems operability by providing ongoing optimization and problem solving support. Applies computer security policies to safeguard systems and information. Categorizes, isolates, and resolves system problems. Performs fault isolation by validating, isolating, correcting faults and verifying service restoral with customers. Processes, documents and coordinates resolution of trouble calls from lower support echelons. Processes scheduled and authorized outages.

(3) Implements security updates and patches to include: Information Assurance Vulnerability Assessments (IAVA), C4 Notice to Airman (C4 NOTAM), Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNO), Combat Information Transport System

(CITS), Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO), operating system patches, and antivirus software. Implements and enforces national, DoD, and Air Force security policies and directives. Performs proactive security functions to deter, detect,

isolate, contain and recover from information system and network security intrusions. Performs system sanitation resulting from Classified Message Incidents (CMIs).

(4) Performs and supports information warfare operations within strictly controlled parameters. Researches latest system threats to develop and test tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) for both defensive and offensive information operations.

Employs developed TTPs on Air Force and DoD computer networks to exploit enemy information systems and defend against hostile information operations.

(5) Reviews and implements C4 systems requirements. Performs strategic and budget planning for systems hardware and software. Coordinates and implements system service level agreements and memorandum of understanding with user agencies.

(6) Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current members of the Maryland Air National Guard and/or affiliated with the Maryland Air National Guard. The maximum authorized grade of this position is TSGT/E-6.  Applicants not qualified in the AFSC 3D0X2 must become qualified within 12 months. Must have superb organizational, analytical and communication skills.  Must currently have TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. Applicants must pass or already possess a current Counterintelligence Polygraph.

Specialized Experience:  Knowledge is mandatory of: Cyber systems elements capabilities, functions and technical methods for system operations.

POSITION:

AFSC: 3D0X1/Knowledge Operations Management

Drill Status Guardsman

Grade Authorized:  TSGT/E-6

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to

current enlisted members of the Maryland Air National Guard.

TO APPLY:

Contact 175th Wing Retention Office. Phone: (410) 918-6479 or Email: 175WG.RecruitingApplications@ang.af.mil

DUTIES:

This position is located in the 175th Intelligence Squadron.  Performs data management.  Manages data, information, and knowledge-sharing services in a fixed environment. Includes planning, coordinating, sharing and controlling an organization’s data and information assets. Manages technologies to capture, organize, and store tacit and explicit knowledge.  

(1) Manages process of planning, coordinating, managing, sharing, and controlling

organization’s data assets. Manages databases for the storage, modification, and retrieval of information to produce reports, answer queries, and record transactions. Uses or assists users with using authoritative data sources, data services, and presentation layer to deliver information to support processes.Conducts periodic inspections of administrative files, publications and procedures in other functional areas and acts as a quality control augmentee during the administrative portion of activity inspections.Assists unit members with obtaining the government travel charge card and provides oversight on delinquent balances

(2) Performs information management functions. Conducts information analyses to determine proper flow and life-cycle management of information, regardless of medium. Operates information systems to create, collect, process, disseminate,

use, store, protect, and dispose of information. Develops, provides, and educates users on workflow capabilities and tools to comply with structured electronic processes and flexibility to create/develop ad hoc courses of actions. Manages timeliness,

accuracy and maintenance of published content. Approves and publishes content through automated publishing tools.Provides guidance to ensure publications and forms meet prescribed style and format.  Acts as focal point for internet and e-mail management and use policies. Creates manual and electronic file plans.

(3) Applies file cutoff procedures and disposes of and retrieves records.

Operates and manages records information management system and records staging areas. Complies with Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) procedures and provides assistance to ensure others comply.

(4) Manages knowledge services. Serves as consultant/liaison for overall data, information, and knowledge planning and integration; identifies and analyzes data, information, and knowledge requirements to facilitate delivery of decision-quality

information to commanders.

(5) Utilize the Automated Resource Order Writers System (AROWS), Defense Travel System (DTS), Defense Civilian Pay System (DCPS) and Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS) to process administrative documents and perform inquiries. Reviews military and travel pay documents for accuracy and submits to the local accounting and finance office. Assists with execution of unit workdays and dollars. Performs other duties as assigned.

(6) Performs other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current members of the Maryland Air National Guard and/or affiliated with the Maryland Air National Guard. The maximum authorized grade for this position is TSGT/E-6.  Applicants not qualified in the AFSC 3D0X1 must become qualified within 12 months. Must have superb organizational, analytical and communication skills.  Must currently have TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.

Specialized Experience:  Knowledge is mandatory of: relationship of data, information, and knowledge; policies and procedures relating to life cycle of information, including electronic communications, e-mail management, content management, records management, publications, forms, and information systems; Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and document security (FOUO, unclassified, classified); standard software applications and collaboration tools; expeditionary concepts and after-action reporting; and information technology fundamentals.

POSITION:

AFSC: 1N4X1A/Fusion Analyst

Drill Status Guardsman

Grade Authorized:  TSGT/E-6

Positions Available:  6

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Air National Guard.

TO APPLY:

Contact 175th Wing Retention Office. Phone: (410) 918-6479 or Email: 175WG.RecruitingApplications@ang.af.mil

DUTIES:

This position is located in the 175th Intelligence Squadron.   The primary purpose of the position is to conduct research and analysis of adversarial countries and organizations, their methods of collection/interception of information against DoD security interests, with emphasis on adversarial telecommunications and computer infrastructure.  Provides estimates of adversarial course of action, capability, and intentions to conduct Cyber Operations.  Additionally, the purpose of this position is to perform complex intelligence analysis and to update squadron personnel concerning opposing force threats and capabilities specific to mission requirements and assignments. 

(1) Serves as the unit's expert intelligence analyst for the commander and staff.  Classifies research and performs analysis of intelligence information regarding hostile military, terrorist, or other threats.  Coordinates requests for information with Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency/Air Force Information Operations Center (AFISRA/AFIOC).  Collects, analyzes, evaluates and interprets intelligence data to project and recommend realistic threat scenarios, i.e., potential areas of vulnerabilities.  Ensures intelligence products are adequately protected and have proper classification markings before, during, and after an assessment or other event. 

(2) Analyzes and reports intelligence information. Performs detailed analysis on target network communications for additional exploitation. Recovers, correlates, and fuses technical, geographical, and operational intelligence information. Recognizes and exploits information. Authors’ time-sensitive intelligence reports in accordance

with established guidelines to support decisions makers. Produces, analyzes, studies, researches, fuses, and correlates intelligence for strategic, operational and tactical customers.

(3) Utilizes intelligence techniques to develop projects and activities within a specifically defined functional area of responsibility.  Prepares reports that include all aspects related to Information Operations/Information Warfare or threat analysis studies. 

(4) Responsible for the evaluation and interpretation of findings.  Participates in committees and meetings as a representative of the squadron within assigned area of responsibility. 

(5) Researches current computer and internet intrusion techniques of potential adversary threat countries or non-state actors, and other threat practices.    

(6) Uses all-source intelligence information to produce and present topical high-interest technical and operational intelligence briefings to all levels of command.

(7) Interprets DoD, National Security Agency, Air Force and other applicable security policies, standards and guidelines to enhance mission effectiveness. 

(8) Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  This is a Maryland Air National Guard Drill Status Guardsman position open to current members of the Maryland Air National Guard and/or affiliated with the Maryland Air National Guard. The maximum authorized grade for this position is TSGT/E-6.  Applicants not qualified in the AFSC 1N4X1A must become qualified within 18 months. Must have superb organizational, analytical and communication skills.  Must currently have TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance. Applicants must pass or already possess a current Counterintelligence Polygraph. Must be willing to be available for emergency response 24x7x365, except when pre coordination has occurred.

Specialized Experience:  Must gain and maintain knowledge of global communications procedures; analytical techniques; organization of the national intelligence structure; intelligence organizations and systems; Information Operations; organization of designated military forces; geography; collection and reporting, systems, principles, methods, and procedures; effective writing principles; oral and written intelligence

 TRADITIONAL GUARD

OFFICER VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

175^th WING

Network Warfare Squadron Commander

CLOSING DATE:  31 May 2013

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  This is a commissioned officer position and is open to current commissioned officers of the Air National Guard and United States Air Force.   This advertisement is to fill multiple command positions.

UNIT:  Network Warfare Squadron  

AFSC:  17D, 14N, 62E

AUTHORIZED GRADE:  Lieutenant Colonel (O-5)

1.  POSITION DESCRIPTION:    Commands one of multiple Network Warfare Squadrons of the Maryland Air National Guard whose primary mission will include cyber force application, red team or operational support.  This advertisement is to fill multiple command positions.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: 

Reports directly to the 175th Network Warfare Group Commander.  Commands network warfare activities in support of Air National Guard, United States Air Force and National requirements. Candidates will be selected to assume command of a squadron with missions which will include either network warfare force application, red team, or operational support activities. Plans, tasks, executes, monitors and sustains Force Application, Red Team and Operational Support functions as well as recruits, trains and certifies network warfare forces on tactics, techniques, and procedures ensuring personnel are mission qualified. Manages force employment planning, execution, and combat assessment of cyberspace operations and provides policy recommendations. Advises 175^th Network Warfare Group Commander, Wing Commander, government officials, and other users of network warfare / intelligence information essential to military planning and cyberspace operations.

MANDATORY:

- Applicants must qualify for, already possess or be able to attain, a TOP SECRET/SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED  INFORMATION CLEARANCE and be able to pass a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph.  Applicants must be able to maintain this security clearance during their command time.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Submit Resume/Officer Evaluation Reports/Fitness Reports to MSgt Aaron Hill -   410-918-6207.

                        175 MSF/DPMAR

                        ATTN:  MSgt Aaron  Hill

                        2701 Eastern Boulevard

                        Baltimore, Maryland 21220-2899

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-088A

POSITION:

Network Warfare Group Commander, GS-0340-14, PD# (see special note)

SALARY:  GS-14:  $105,211 to $136,771

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Relocation Bonus or Recruitment Bonus may be authorized.  Permanent Change of Station (PCS) may be authorized.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  April 30, 2013

CLOSING DATE:   May 29, 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current officers in the rank of Colonel/06 and LtCol/05 promotable of the Maryland Air National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for membership.

DUTIES:

Reports directly to the 175^th Wing Commander.  Commands multiple squadrons conducting network warfare activities in support of Air National Guard, United States Air Force and National requirements.  Included are network warfare force application, red team, operational support and intelligence operations.  Plans, tasks, executes, monitors and sustains Force Application, Red Team and Operational Support functions as well as recruits, trains, and certifies network warfare forces on tactics, techniques, and procedures.  Manages force employment planning, execution, and combat assessment of cyberspace operations and provides policy recommendations.  Advises the Wing Commander, government officials, and other users of network warfare / intelligence information essential to military planning and operations.  Manages a program (through subordinate supervisors who each direct substantial workloads) requiring working broad policies and objectives, and for developing short and long-range plans and projections of all Network Warfare needs. Coordinates with squadron commanders to ensure the group is mission ready and capable of training, deploying and supporting Air Force (AF) network warfare tasking.  Ensures Host-Tenant Support Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) involving support are approved and implemented, which requires expert knowledge of unit requirements and host organization's capabilities.  Provides technical advice concerning network warfare mission to Air National Guard, United States Air Force and National Entities as required.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

SPECIAL NOTES:

General Experience:  Experience, education or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources; Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions. 

Physical Effort:  The work is usually sedentary but may involve some standing and walking to obtain and deliver files or consult reference material. 

Security Clearance:  Applicants must qualify for, or already possess, a top secret sensitive compartmented information (TS-SCI) (a TS clearance is required, however eligibility for an SCI is acceptable), and pass a Counter Intelligence Polygraph.  Applicants must maintain their security clearance during their  command time.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC 13SX    , 17DXB, 38PX, 14NX in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

The selectee will also fill the compatible traditional Network Warfare Group Commander position.

This announcement contains proposed duties for a provisional position description with anticipated organizational assignments and structures, which result in a projected classification.  This is based on information available at the time of this announcement.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been in fields directly related to the type of the work of the position (i.e., management, business administration, oral communications, accounting, economics, etc.)

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-089A

POSITION:

Supervisory Intelligence Operations Specialist, GS-0132-13/14, PD# D1644P01

Intelligence Squadron Commander (See Special Note)

SALARY:  GS-13:  $89,033 to $115,742

                   GS-14:  $105,211 to $136,771

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Relocation Bonus or Recruitment Bonus may be authorized.  Permanent Change of Station (PCS) may be authorized.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  April 30, 2013

CLOSING DATE:   May 29, 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current officers in the rank of LtCol/05 and Maj/04 promotable of the Maryland Air National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for membership.

DUTIES:

Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the intelligence unit.  Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organization design for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promotes team building, implements quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.  Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.  Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors.  Exercises responsibility for oversight of various unit activities and operations, including any or all of the intelligence unit functional areas of training, standardization and evaluation, development of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP), simulation exercises, scheduling, plans, intelligence collection and production, analysis and reporting, mission management, and mission computer systems.  Develops long-range training, intelligence, and deployment plans for the unit to meet training goals, higher headquarters inspection schedules, and overseas deployment requirements.  Serves as the key advisor to the Wing Commander on all unit matters, including intelligence collection and dissemination processes, support requirements, and technical assets of associated intelligence-data gathering systems.  Responsible for all fiscal operations of the unit.  Oversees the development of the unit budget and allocation of resources.  Maintains mission readiness and ensures unit compliance with directives as validated through the Inspector General, MAJCOMs and other reviewing agencies.  Oversees all unit training of assigned/attached personnel.  Reviews and recommends establishment of formal courses of instruction, training aids, training programs, training standards, directives and memoranda pertaining to training of the unit and its assigned and attached elements.  Exercises overall management of the unit’s information technology program.   Due to the nature of the intelligence mission, the information technology resources are subject to a higher level of security than would be found in the other units on the base. Exercises overall management of the unit’s information technology program.   Due to the nature of the intelligence mission, the information technology resources are subject to a higher level of security than would be found in the other units on the base.  Oversees the monitoring of the implementation of the unit safety program for all intelligence operations and related activities.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

SPECIAL NOTES

General Experience:  Experience, education or training which demonstrates administrative, professional, investigative, or technical work requiring the ability to deal effectively with others, to collect, evaluate and organize pertinent facts.  Experience preparing clear and concise written reports.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training developing and recommending policy, organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of intelligence operations.  Experience in administrative, investigative, or technical work which required the applicant to deal effectively with others.  Experience collecting, evaluating and organizing pertinent facts and to analyze and prepare clear and concise reports.  Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed.  Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Physical Effort:  The work is primarily sedentary.

Security Clearance: Must meet and maintain applicable training standards and certifications (counter intelligence polygraph) determined by the unit to be essential to the position.  Must currently have and maintain a Top Secret/SCI to perform this work. 

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC C14NX,                                                                                                                                           B14NX in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

Promotion Potential: This new position will initially be filled at the GS-13 grade level pending a determination on its place in the organizational hierarchy.  If authorized, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted, at management discretion, to the GS-14 grade level without further competition.

Traditional Placement: The selectee will also fill the compatible traditional Intelligence Squadron Commander position.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been in fields directly related to the type of the work of the position.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-087A

Also announced as Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Announcement #13-064a

POSITION:

Information Security Specialist, GS-0080-11, PD# 80622

SALARY:  GS-11:  $62,467 to $81,204

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Relocation Bonus or Recruitment Bonus may be authorized.  Permanent Change of Station (PCS) may be authorized.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Intelligence Squadron

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE: April 30, 2013

CLOSING DATE:  May 29, 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members in the rank of TSgt (E6) or MSgt (E7) of the Maryland Air National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment at the specified rank. TSgt (E6) applicants must be eligible for promotion to MSgt (E7) by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. NATIONWIDE.

DUTIES:

Initiates and implements policies and procedures required to manage sensitive compartmented information (SCI) programs and to protect SCI resources.  Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of SCI protection and security. Serves as the SCI Control Officer responsible for establishing, managing, and controlling all collateral and SCI classified information and material within the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) affecting the Unit’s mission. Works directly for the intelligence unit commander/Senior Intelligence Officer (SIO), reporting on the administration of the Special Security Office and SCI-associated security programs.  Manages and directs the activities and personnel of the unit Special Security Office.  Plans and supervises work accomplished by assigned subordinates.  Appoints Local SCI courier officials that have a requirement to courier SCI on base and coordinates with the Defense Courier Service (DCS). Administers the SCI security clearance program for all assigned personnel, ensuring all required clearances are up-to-date and completed.  Provides oversight of unit and SSO security self-inspections and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with corrective action taken to the unit intelligence commander/SIO.  Represents the intelligence unit to a variety of installation and functional areas, including national-level organizations.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education or training that has provided analytical, decision making, or administrative skills which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to accomplish the work of an organization.  This experience must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling base and law enforcement activities.  Experience developing, planning and conducting training for regular and auxiliary force in all facets of security and law enforcement.  Experience establishing standards related to security/law enforcement and enforcing standards.  Experience determining personnel requirements for resources protection and law enforcement function.

Physical Effort:  The work is usually sedentary but may involve some standing and walking to obtain and deliver files or consult reference material. 

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC 3D0X1,                                                                                                                                            3D000,3S000,3S0X1, 3S1X1, 3S2X1, 3S3X1, 3P0X1, 3P000, 1N0XX, 1C3XX in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

Clearance:  Must have a Top Secret / Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance at the closing date of this announcement.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been in fields directly related to Security Administration.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-087A

Also announced as Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Announcement #13-063a

POSITION:

Information Security Specialist, GS-0080-11, PD# 80622

SALARY:  GS-11:  $62,467 to $81,204

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Relocation Bonus or Recruitment Bonus may be authorized.  Permanent Change of Station (PCS) may be authorized.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Network Warfare Group

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE: April 30, 2013

CLOSING DATE:  May 29, 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members in the rank of TSgt (E6) or MSgt (E7) of the Maryland Air National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment at the specified rank. TSgt (E6) applicants must be eligible for promotion to MSgt (E7) by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. NATIONWIDE.

DUTIES:

Initiates and implements policies and procedures required to manage sensitive compartmented information (SCI) programs and to protect SCI resources.  Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of SCI protection and security. Serves as the SCI Control Officer responsible for establishing, managing, and controlling all collateral and SCI classified information and material within the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) affecting the Unit’s mission. Works directly for the intelligence unit commander/Senior Intelligence Officer (SIO), reporting on the administration of the Special Security Office and SCI-associated security programs.  Manages and directs the activities and personnel of the unit Special Security Office.  Plans and supervises work accomplished by assigned subordinates.  Appoints Local SCI courier officials that have a requirement to courier SCI on base and coordinates with the Defense Courier Service (DCS). Administers the SCI security clearance program for all assigned personnel, ensuring all required clearances are up-to-date and completed.  Provides oversight of unit and SSO security self-inspections and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with corrective action taken to the unit intelligence commander/SIO.  Represents the intelligence unit to a variety of installation and functional areas, including national-level organizations.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education or training that has provided analytical, decision making, or administrative skills which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to accomplish the work of an organization.  This experience must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling base and law enforcement activities.  Experience developing, planning and conducting training for regular and auxiliary force in all facets of security and law enforcement.  Experience establishing standards related to security/law enforcement and enforcing standards.  Experience determining personnel requirements for resources protection and law enforcement function.

Physical Effort:  The work is usually sedentary but may involve some standing and walking to obtain and deliver files or consult reference material. 

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC 3D0X1,                                                                                                                                            3D000,3S000,3S0X1, 3S1X1, 3S2X1, 3S3X1, 3P0X1, 3P000, 1N0XX, 1C3XX in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

Clearance:  Must have a Top Secret / Special Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance at the closing date of this announcement.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been in fields directly related to Security Administration.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-079

POSITION:

Supply Technician, GS-2005-07, PD# D1901, Sequence #49520

SALARY:  GS-07:  $42,209 to $54,875

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

USPFO

301 Old Bay Lane

Havre de Grace, MD 21078

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE: 30 April 2013

CLOSING DATE:  29 May 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Army National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment or membership.   

DUTIES:

Manages supply activities to include support of inventory control, storage, distribution, cataloging, supply identification systems, property utilization, and other related activities using both Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS) and non-STAMIS systems. Reviews procurements through the appropriate STAMIS and vendor based web sites.  Coordinates with Continental United States (CONUS) supply sources (private and public) on materials needed to alleviate delays. Analyzes the integrated management of ASL stock and contingency stock. Analyzes vendor reports to determine the destination of expended funds. Manages supply transactions based on dollar limitations, status of Obligation Authority, consumer funds, coordinating with requisitioning activity and the source of supply.  Manages excess supplies and equipment IAW USPFO procedures to determine the appropriate disposition. Supports mobilization and demobilization by managing rapid fielding initiative (RFI) push packages). Manages stocks assigned to various classes of supply. Processes requests for ammunition. Coordinate with agencies of DOD, DA, NGB, LOGSA, USPFO Warehouse and supported units/activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education, or training in a variety of operations or situations concerned with substance or content of supply actions, requiring ability to decide course of action to take, considering the circumstances or conditions encountered.  Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 12 months experience, education, or training which demonstrates a thorough knowledge of governing supply regulations, policies, procedures, and instructions applicable to the specific assignment.  Experience conducting extensive searches for required information; reconstructing records for complex supply transactions; and/or provide supply operations support for activities involving specialized or unique supplies, equipment, or parts.  Experience performing routine aspects of supply work based on practical knowledge of standard procedures, where assignments include individual case problems related to a limited segment in one of the major areas of supply management.

Physical Effort:  The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing and walking; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or lifting of moderately heavy items.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC specialties: Enlisted:  CMF 71 or 92 in any Maryland Army National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  High school graduate or the equivalent may be substituted for three months of specialized experience. Education in schools above the high school level may be substituted for experience on the basis of one academic year of study (i.e., 36 weeks or substantially full-time study or 30 semester hours or the equivalent.) for 12 months of the required experience. For experience required in excess of 24 months, education in schools above the high schools level may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of education for six months of experience. School above high schools level means an educational institution (e.g., a business or commercial school or college, a secretarial school, a junior college or a college or university.) for which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite and in which an applicant successfully completed study which was not primarily limited to courses in word processing and keyboarding or both. Substantially full-time study in the case of business and commercial schools is the equivalent of at least 20 classroom hours of instruction per week. One academic year consists of approximately 36 weeks of substantially full-time study or 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        WRITE A SUMMARY OF EACH KSA (including from and to dates (mm/yyyy) for each KSA) TO EXPLAIN HOW YOU MEET THEM.

7.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

8.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

9.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

10.     Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

Area high school math students applied their recently learned skills today while getting a taste of military life courtesy of Maryland Army National Guard Soldiers from the 29th Combat Aviation Brigade and the 1st Battalion, 175th Infantry Regiment.

Ho Chang, a mathematics teacher at Edgewood High School and a former Army air defense artillery officer, brought 60 of his juniors and seniors out to Lauderick Creek Training Site and the nearby Edgewood area of Aberdeen Proving Ground to examine vehicle displays of trucks and helicopters and participate in a land navigation course, seeing first-hand how math permeates all aspects of even military life.

“We’re trying to incorporate our classroom learning out in the field,” said Chang. What better opportunity to go out in the real world and apply what they learned in the classroom?”

Shortly after the students arrived at the training site, they received a safety briefing. The infantry Soldiers then demonstrated one of their common tasks—an assault on an objective. Blank-firing crew-served weapons barked out as Sgt. Maj. John Greer, operations sergeant major for the 29th Combat Aviation Brigade pointed out the changing angles of bullet trajectories as the assaulting Soldiers “lifted and shifted” their fire.

After the infantry demonstration, the students split into groups and used their new land navigation skills to find set points in the adjacent woods. A Maryland Army National Guard member accompanied each group and assisted as needed.

The planning for this event started in January and progressed as the students studied the components of land navigation in the classroom. Earlier in the week, Greer went to Edgewood High School and gave the students an initial safety briefing and some hands-on instruction on land navigation techniques.

“They learned all about degrees, distances and azimuths and converting from grid to magnetic (North). It was full circle for me, because I remember being the kid in that seat,” said Greer, himself a 1982 graduate of Edgewood High School who actually went to Basic Combat Training the summer before his senior year.

“We gave them the points we wanted them to find on this site, but they had to calculate the angles and the distances. Once they get here, they have to apply that along with using a compass and their pace count,” said Matthew Rankin, Edgewood High School mathematics department chair.

As the students found their way out of the woods, they were greeted by static displays of a National Guard Light Medium Tactical Vehicle and a Humvee, both armor-clad and staples of military operations.

After boarding buses and moving to the Weide Army Airfield, the students had the opportunity to get up-close views of the Army's newest helicopter, the LUH-72 “Lakota” and the workhorse UH-60 “Blackhawk.”

According to Rankin, the day was about more than applied school work. He saw the day as an opportunity to bring different groups of the community together.

“It's a three-pronged attack: math in the real world, an experience with the National Guard and fun,” said Rankin. “The more partnerships we build, the better off our students are, the better off the community is and the better off the schools are.”

Sgt. 1st Class Leo Sturm, a Maryland Army National Guard recruiter, agreed from a military perspective.

“It allows the public to truly see us and how we act. We're actually people that live here and work in Maryland; we just happen to wear a uniform,” said Sturm.

In addition to the Edgewood High School students and teachers, Tarah Gilson, Fallston High School mathematics department chair, was along for the fun, scouting the event as a possible field trip for her students as well. The two department chairs even discussed having a friendly land navigation competition between the rival schools.

The day was a success for all the groups involved. The teachers demonstrated how math exists all around us, and the students got out of the classroom for a day while learning more than just numbers on paper. Meanwhile, the Maryland Army National Guard showed off their skills and may have helped several young minds contemplate a future career of military service.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-077

POSITION:

Supervisory Equipment Specialist, GS-1670-11, PD# D1253

SALARY:  GS-11:  $62,467 to $81,204

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

SSMO

333 Old Bay Lane

Havre de Grace, MD 21078

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  3 April 2013

CLOSING DATE:  18 April 2013 

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current onboard technicians who are commisioned officers (O3 and above), and warrant officers (CW2 and above).

DUTIES:

Supervises, instructs, and trains subordinates in the performance of work. Directs, coordinates, and manages the material readiness program. Serves as the surface maintenance course manager. Plans, develops, and manages the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction (MAIT) program to provide necessary training and development of unit personnel. Coordinates the use of maintenance facilities with the G3 FIRO for the processing of new equipment and weapon systems or equipment entering the state’s inventory for their impact on the surface maintenance community. Coordinates and manages new equipment maintenance training for members of the full-time maintenance community. Plans, directs, and conducts quality control on the training of SAMS-1E operators at state field maintenance shops. May serve as a member of the State Readiness Committee and as Chief of the MAIT. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education, or training which has provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more classes of equipment.  The experience must include knowledge of standard shop terminology. A basic knowledge of mechanical principles relating to equipment. Experience must demonstrate the ability to read and interpret blue prints and technical publications. Knowledge is of the type gained from technical training, education, and experience in functions such as repairing, overhauling, maintaining, constructing, or inspecting equipment. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training overseeing and implementing a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems in a maintenance function.  Experience preparing budgets based on plans for maintenance, repair work, new construction alteration projects, replacement of existing equipment, or increase in services and processes to ensure program effectiveness.

Physical Effort:  The work is usually sedentary but may involve some standing and walking to obtain and deliver files or consult reference material. 

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS: Off: 88A, 90A, 91A, 92A W0: 91, 94,882A, 920A or 920B in any Maryland Army National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  High school graduate or the equivalent may be substituted for 3 months of specialized experience. Education in schools above the high school level may be substituted for experience on the basis of one academic year of study (i.e., 36 weeks of substantially full-time hours, or the equivalent) for the first 12 months of the required experience. For experience in excess of 24 months, education in schools above the high school level may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of education for six months of experience. Each 30 semester hours credited must have included at least 6 semester hours of courses which are directly related to the type of work of the position.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-074

POSITION:

Electronics Mechanic, WG-2604-11, PD#D0876

SALARY:    WG-11:  $24.59 to $28.77

(Steps 1-5) hour and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

AASF

BLDG E4081

APG, MD 21010

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  28 March 2013

CLOSING DATE:  12 April 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current onboard enlisted technicians of the Maryland Army National Guard.

DUTIES:

Troubleshoots, inspects, installs, maintains, overhauls, repairs, and modifies complete operational systems consisting of numerous complex integral components.  Completes operational checks, inspections, tests and troubleshooting of line replaceable units (LRU). Isolates unusual malfunctions using technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, tools and test equipment including automatic test equipment. Completes bench check, testing, repair, inspection, modification, programming, reprogramming, mating, adjusting, alignment, and analyzing of LRUs and shop replaceable units.  Recommends methods to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance procedures by reporting hardware and software malfunctions, initiates materiel deficiency reports both on equipment and in technical data, and assists in design changes as necessary.  When designated on NGB Flying Status Orders, serves as member of flight crew for the purpose of diagnosing and recording malfunctions, or otherwise determining maintenance and repair requirements.  Guides lower level mechanics in performance of tasks.  Processes and accounts for due-in supply assets.  Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness Evaluations (ORE), Command Logistics Readiness Inspections (CLRT-X), and Aviation

Resource Management Surveys.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics. 

uncomfortable positions. Items lifted generally weigh up to 40 pounds. Assistance is usually available

with heavier items.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC Enlisted: 94, 14G, 14H, 14T,14Z, 15F, 15J, 15N,15X 15Y, 25B,25C,25F,25L, 25P, 25Q, 25R, 25S, 25T, 25W, 25X, 25Z, 91A, 91F, 91G, 91K, 91Z in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  NA

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-0071

INDEFINITE

See Special Note

POSITION:

Human Resources Assistant (INDEF), GS-0203-07, PD#D1047, Sequence #395207

SALARY:  GS-07: $42,209 to $54,875

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

JFHQ-HRO

Fifth Regiment Armory

219 W. Hoffman Street

Baltimore, MD  21201

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  28 March 2013

CLOSING DATE:  30 April 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Army National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment.

DUTIES:

Works with Human Resources Specialists to accomplish a wide range of human resources transactions for technicians related to benefits and entitlements.  These duties require technical understanding and knowledge of numerous human resources guidelines, regulations, instructions, directives, procedures and policies.   Conducts benefit in-processing/orientations and other benefit training, as needed.  Provides detailed guidance or specific information on benefits and services including, but not limited to: thrift savings plans, life insurance, health insurance, leave and pay inquiries, uncommon tours of duty, Office of Workmen’s Compensation OWCP) claims and mass transit program.   Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Clerical or administrative experience, education, and/or training which has provided the candidate with the ability to search for and compile information/data, process documents, and provide information about regulations, procedures and programs. 

Specialized Experience 07: Must possess 12 months of the following type of experience:  Experience in one or more areas of civilian personnel operations.  Experience in personnel work in making person-to-person contacts to explain regulatory, procedural, and policy requirements.  Experience in processing transactions of an unusually complicated nature, such as changes of health plan problems and procedural problems concerning absent status.  Experience in utilizing computers with different software applications in daily work. 

Physical Effort:  The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort (walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light objects) is required.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC specialties: Enlisted:  42A or 42F in any Maryland Army National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  For the first six months of specialized experience, study successfully completed in a resident school above the high school level may be substituted at the rate of the academic year of study for six months of specialized experience, provided the study included at least 6 semester hours in subjects closely related to the personnel field.  Such subjects include: English composition, public administration; personnel administration; statistics, psychology, or other courses where primary emphasis is on writing skills. 

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        WRITE A SUMMARY OF EACH KSA (including from and to dates (mm/yyyy) for each KSA) TO EXPLAIN HOW YOU MEET THEM.

7.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

8.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

9.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

10.     Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-072

POSITION:

Flight Operations Specialist, GS-2102-08, PD# D0671, Sequence #368789

SALARY:  GS-08:  $46,745 to $60,765

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

AASF

Bldg E4081

APG , MD 21010

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  5 March 2013

CLOSING DATE:  3 April 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Army National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment or membership.

DUTIES:

Conducts preflight pilot briefings in accordance with National Guard regulations and directives.  Processes extended and local clearances, including examination for conformance with flight rules and regulations.  Prepares, maintains and files records, charts, graphs, and reports allied to flight operations and flight training activities such as aircraft utilization reports, aircrew information reports, individual flight records, notice to airmen (NOTAM) file and airfield data.  Maintains current file of aircraft flying regulations navigational information such as radio facility carts, instrument approach procedure charts, aeronautical charts, Airman’s Information Manual (AIM), airport directory, location identifiers, ATC procedures manual and Army Flight Information Publications.  Supervises on-the-job training of unit flight operations personnel performing equivalent training or accomplishing a split unit training assembly at the facility.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying basic rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of a transportation program.  Experience using computer and automation systems.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  High school graduate or the equivalent may be substituted for 3 months of specialized experience.  Education in schools above the high school level may be substituted for experience on the basis of one academic year of study (i.e., 36 weeks of substantially full-time study, or 30 semester hours, or the equivalent) for 12 months of the required experience. For experience required in excess of 24 months, education in schools above the high school level may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of education for six months of experience.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        WRITE A SUMMARY OF EACH KSA (including from and to dates (mm/yyyy) for each KSA) TO EXPLAIN HOW YOU MEET THEM.

7.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

8.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

9.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

10.     Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

POSITION:

Supply Technician, GS-2005-07, PD# D1184, Sequence #569441

SALARY:  GS-07:  $42,209 to $54,875

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

CFMR

5600 Rue Saint Lo Drive

Reisterstown, MD 21136

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  5 March 2013

CLOSING DATE:   3 April 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current enlisted members of the Maryland Army National Guard and those who demonstrate eligibility for enlistment or membership. 

DUTIES:

Incumbent is responsible to provide technical guidance to subordinate units, the headquarters logistics section, or other staff sections concerning logistics and maintenance management. Assists in the development of command logistics policies. Will assist the commander and/or hand receipt holders with required inventories.  Will request, receive, issue, turn-in account for and safeguard all types of equipment and classes of supply. May be required to coordinate with local officials, service organizations, etc., for a variety of purposes: armory security coordination with police, rental of the armory, organizational participation in celebrations, and to provide public information about the National Guard. May be required to support recruiting activities to assist in maintaining the organization at authorized strength by establishing personal contacts and maintaining effective working relationships with strength management personnel and key leaders of the community. May plan, organize and assign work to employees engaged in logistical work assigned at the command level. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education, or training in a variety of operations or situations concerned with substance or content of supply actions, requiring ability to decide course of action to take, considering the circumstances or conditions encountered.  Experience using computer and automation systems.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  High school graduate or the equivalent may be substituted for three months of specialized experience. Education in schools above the high school level may be substituted for experience on the basis of one academic year of study (i.e., 36 weeks or substantially full-time study or 30 semester hours or the equivalent.) for 12 months of the required experience. For experience required in excess of 24 months, education in schools above the high schools level may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of education for six months of experience. School above high schools level means an educational institution (e.g., a business or commercial school or college, a secretarial school, a junior college or a college or university.) for which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite and in which an applicant successfully completed study which was not primarily limited to courses in word processing and keyboarding or both. Substantially full-time study in the case of business and commercial schools is the equivalent of at least 20 classroom hours of instruction per week. One academic year consists of approximately 36 weeks of substantially full-time study or 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

REISTERSTOWN, Md. -- Chaplains and assistants from the Maryland Army National Guard, Maryland Air National Guard and Maryland Defense Force met for a 3-day conference and annual training at the Weinberg Center on Camp Fretterd Military Reservation, Md., Feb. 25-27.

The 12th annual meeting brought together the Maryland Military Department’s Chaplain Corps to share ideas, discuss strategies and learn about resources available to service members and their Families. 

An emphasis was placed on how to best support Soldiers and Airmen during times of transition and change.

“Now we are faced with reduced resources, and we are moving into a period that some of us have never experienced… that is a garrison force. What that means is a peacetime force,” said Maryland Army National Guard Chaplain (Col.) William S. Lee.“No matter how the circumstances may change, we are going to need to continue to provide support.”

Lee took the role as the leader of the conference and provided the attendees with  “the most effective and useful” resources available to them to best meet the needs of service members.

Lee stated that this annual meeting is a great opportunity for the chaplains, old and new, to get to know each other, as well as maintain existing relationships.

“We sustain ourselves together,” said Lee. “We are in this together.” 

The guest speakers included senior military leaders and civilian subject matter experts that specialized in veterans assistance programs and service member resources.

Command Sgt. Maj. Brian S. Sann, Maryland National Guard senior enlisted leader, stressed the importance of chaplains in the military during his remarks at the beginning of the conference.

“Being heroic is always part of the Chaplain corps,” said Sann. “You all do far more than any mission statement. The Chaplain Corps covers down on [almost] every program.” 

The more than 3,000 chaplains currently serving are an invaluable part of the U.S. military said Sann.

“All of us, at some point in time, need someone that we can go to,” he said.

The looming federal budget cuts were a concern among speakers and guests of the conference like many people in the Department of Defense. 

Chaplain (Brig. Gen.) Charles R. Bailey, deputy chief of chaplains, said everyone is getting ready to slow down.

“The war, if nothing else, has brought us together as one team,” he said. “We had to pull together in foreign lands. We are the greatest military force in the world. We have never been better than we are now.” 

With uncertainty comes stress, and Bailey wanted to advise his audience that now is the time for them to remain strong.

“There has never been a more-needed time for [chaplains] than right now,” Bailey said. “We have produced. We have done unbelievable stuff.” 

Bailey encouraged his fellow chaplains and assistants to continue to provide excellent support to service members.

“We have gone wherever [troops] are,” Bailey said. “Great things are expected now. When you have a reputation of being that good, they are going to ask you to do better.” 

A Maryland National Guard officer was presented with the  Order of Chaplain (Capt.) Eugene P. O’Grady Award during a ceremony at the Chaplain Eugene P. O’Grady Chapel at the end of the conference.

Lt. Col. Weedon Gallagher was selected to be the 2013 recipient of the award due to his dedication to his Soldiers’ spiritual fitness during his time as commander of the 1297th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion. The 1297th CSSB was deployed to Afghanistan in 2011 and 2012.

“I want my Soldiers to do well; I want them focused,” said Gallagher. “When we are in the fight, I want them focused on fighting. Resiliency helps me get the most out of them when we are in the fight.” 

“Getting encouragement in your chest is more important than cleaning weapons or fuel for your trucks,” he said. “You need to fuel your Soldiers.”

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Soldiers can earn their commission through OCS either by completing the traditional program, which consists of four pre-phase inactive duty weekends, a two-week annual training for phase one, 12 inactive duty weekends that make up phase two, and another two-week annual training for phase three; or the accelerated program, which includes the pre-phase inactive duty weekends, and finishes the program with eight consecutive weeks.

“We’re getting ready to start the pre-phase in April,” said Capt. Brian Zdunowski, OCS course manager. “The intent behind the pre-phase IDT periods is to focus on land navigation, drill and ceremony, administrative preparation, and to inform and educate potential candidates on OCS phase one requirements. …If [Soldiers] arrive with the minimum requirements, we will help them get to phase one at the end of July.”

Zdunowski explained, that Soldiers who are interested in pursuing their commission through OCS, should arrive at the pre-phase inactive duty weekend, April 6-7, for the first formation at 0700. 

At a minimum, the Soldiers should have:

•  letters of recommendation from their company and battalion commanders
• a copy of their social security card
•  a copy of their birth certificate or other proof of citizenship
•  any name-change documents
•  a copy of their most current Physical Health Assessment

Soldiers who wish to attend should also be able to pass the Army Physical Fitness test, as well as meet height and weight requirements, should not be on any type of profile, have a GT score of 110 or higher, the ability to obtain, or already possess, a security clearance, and have a minimum of 90 college credit hours to begin the program, with 120 credits to graduate.

Official college transcripts can be mailed to:

Capt. Brian K. Zdunowski
1^st Battalion, OCS, 70^th Regiment
13720 Omaha Beach Circle
Reisterstown, Md. 21136

“This isn’t a list of everything that the candidates will have to bring with them to drill weekends, but these are the big items that will get them into the program,” added Zdunowski.

Once OCS staff has determined that the candidate is ready to attend phase one, the Soldier will make the decision on whether they would like to attend the accelerated program or continue the traditional route. The Soldier will be able to request the accelerated program at the beginning of the pre-phase, but will need to meet certain requirements to attend.  The decision will be made during the two-week phase one annual training.

“Both programs are hard,” said Zdunowski. “The traditional program is hard because it spans over a long period of time, but the accelerated program is eight solid weeks straight. …However, both have the same end result.”

OCS is designed to challenge Soldiers to meet and exceed the standards of becoming an officer and not everyone will be able to complete the program, but the ones who do will be ready and willing to be National Guard leaders. For more information about joining OCS, contact Capt. Brian Zdunowski at (410) 979-2696, or through e-mail at brian.k.zdunowski.mil@mail.mil .

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-073A

(INDEFINITE)

POSITION:

Chaplain, GS-0060-11, PD# D1196

SALARY:  GS-11:  $62,467 to $81,204

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  21 February 2013

CLOSING DATE:  22 March 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current officers of the Maryland Air National Guard and those eligible for membership.

DUTIES:

Provides full program management services for the State/ Territory Chaplain in accordance with National Guard Chaplain Service program goals and objectives. Training is the cornerstone of preparation for military operations. Provides chaplain support serves for National Guard personnel and their families through the full spectrum of the deployment cycle (mobilization, deployment, employment, redeployment, and reconstitution). Under the supervision of the Chief of Staff, TAG, and State level Chaplain (on M-Day status), coordinates Chaplain Service Support during events such as natural disasters (floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, snowstorms, tsunamis, etc.), man-made disasters (acts of terrorism and technological events, etc.), unit emergencies (suicide, line-of-duty deaths, and serious line-of-duty injuries), and during times of significant national events (Olympics, national conventions and inaugurations, etc.). Provides and/or coordinates religious support to National Guard personnel and their families as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Candidates must have a baccalaureate degree (not less than 120 semester hours) and must have successfully completed three years of resident graduate study in theology or related subjects (Master of Divinity), or 90 semester hours (leading to an ecclesiastical certification as a member of the clergy) from an approved seminary or graduate school.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training that included progressively responsible work in a professional program of spiritual welfare and religious guidance which demonstrates or provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for successful performance of the position.  The major functional areas that comprise the total range of chaplaincy work are (1) the religious ministry, (2) administration, (3) training, and (4) research.

Physical Effort:  The work is usually sedentary but may involve some standing and walking to obtain and deliver files or consult reference material.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC 56 in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

Selected Reserve Incentive Programs:  Applicants who are current recipients of an enlistment, reenlistment or extension bonus that accept a full time technician position will be terminated from bonus eligibility, with a possible recoupment action IAW your bonus contract.  Please be advised to contact your Education/Retention Office for specific details regarding bonus recoupment prior to accepting a full time position with the MDNG.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-053A

POSITION:

Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator, GS-1101-11, PD# D1528

SALARY:  GS-11:  $62,467 to $81,204

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

One or more selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.

DUTY LOCATION:

175th Wing, Maryland Air National Guard

Warfield Air National Guard Base

2701 Eastern Boulevard

Middle River, Maryland 21220-2899

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  21 February 2013

CLOSING DATE:  7 March 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Air National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current onboard enlisted technicians of the Maryland Air National Guard only.

DUTIES:

Responsible for the total squadron maintenance program, manages the overall direction of the maintenance effort, and enforces safe maintenance practices. Participates in establishing the monthly and weekly maintenance plans. Controls and coordinates maintenance activity on the flight line. May be required to coordinate with supervisors to select workers and assign task to be performed.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate’s ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems.

Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the business or industry 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.

Physical Effort:  Work involves climbing, stooping, standing, bending, stretching and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions on aircraft, sometimes in obstructed areas. 

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC 2WXXX or 2AXXX in any Maryland Air National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been in fields directly related to the type of work of the position.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION:

When this announcement closes, each application will be evaluated.  The Human Resources Office (HRO) will compare your experience with a standardized set of qualification criteria (Specialized Experience) for the particular position being announced. If there is more than one grade listed on this announcement, you may be found qualified at one of those grades according to the experience you have listed (see first page under "SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE").  If your application is found qualified, it will be rated accordingly and will be forwarded to the selecting supervisor, up to ten qualified applicants.  If found not qualified, you will receive a letter indicating that you were "not qualified" and the reason(s) why. You, the applicant, are responsible for the completion and turn-in of your application, all contents, and attachments.  Incomplete applications will be considered “Not Qualified” because of lack of information.  The HRO is not responsible to inform you that your application is incomplete.  When the qualification records are completed for the selecting supervisor, the decision is final.  YOU MUST REVIEW THE CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME PROPERLY.

At a minimum, your application (a resume or OF 612) must include the following information: 

1.        A typed or neatly printed detailed narrative of your employment history is required. 

2.        Announcement number and title of the position for which you are applying.

3.        Your full name, mailing address, appropriate phone numbers, Social Security Number and date of birth.

4.        A detailed narrative of your work experiences (paid or unpaid), training, education, and/or other information that relates to the specialized experience stated on the vacancy announcement. Use complete dates (mm/yyyy) to indicate each amount of experience you have.  Include pertinent military experiences and describe duties in detail. You may use continuation pages to include all related experience.  Ensure that both military and civilian experiences are fully described, to include time frames.  Include your military rank, civilian/federal grade, Company/ unit of assignment, and Title/ MOS/AFSC.  List your position title, Federal grade/ step, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

a.        DO NOT use Appraisals or Appraisal Standards as proof of your experience.   Do not include copies of military appraisals. 

b.        List your National Guard (traditional/M-day duties) separately from your other job experiences.   List your position, unit of assignment, and MOS or AFSC, military grade, supervisor, phone numbers, dates you have held each job and a detailed duty description.

5.        If you have completed any technical, military, or college courses, include copies (unofficial/ official) of your school transcripts with the application.  This may assist you in using the Substitution for Education.

6.        List all pertinent military schools and training completed.  You may include your certificates of completion and any special licenses for possible credit towards qualifying. 

7.        Optional Form (OF- 306), Declaration of Federal Employment, may be attached to your application.

8.        If mailing your application.  STAPLE all documents together in one package. DO NOT use binders, folders or notebooks when you turn in your application. These items will not be returned to you.  Applications/resumes that have been mailed in a U.S. Government envelope will not be accepted.

9.        Please sign and date application if mailed, scanned or faxed. 

a.        The application must be received in the HRO not later than close of business (17:00 hours) on the closing date.  

b.        You may also fax your complete application to: (410) 576-6176, prior to the close of business at 17:00.  The HRO is not responsible for incomplete faxes.  Please contact HRO Main number (410) 576-6054 to ensure that your fax arrived and was complete.

c.        You may also email your complete application to: 175WG.HROJOB@ang.af.mil. You will receive a confirmation email.  Submit your emails prior to 23:59 on the closing date.  The HRO is not responsible for internet outages or delays in the network processing your email.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONS TO:  Human Resources Office

ATTN: HRO-Staffing Section

Maryland National Guard, Human Resource Office, JFHQ

29th Division Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201

410-576-6052 or DSN 496-6052

NOTES:

All employees must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer. 

As a condition of employment, all National Guard Military Technicians are appointed in the excepted service under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709, and are required to serve a one-(1) year trial period.  This trial period is used to monitor the employee's job performance, personal conduct, and determine if they possess the qualities necessary for continued government service.  Some Selectees’ may have to serve another trial period if transitioning to another occupation series or entering into a supervisory position.

The HRO is responsible for notifying you that you were selected for the position.  If you are selected, you will receive a letter in the mail from the HRO informing you of your in-processing date and a POC if you have questions.

OSHA Physical (for specified occupational series):  Selectee(s) will be required to satisfactorily complete an OSHA physical examination prior to being assigned to some positions.  Upon notification of selection, contact information will be forwarded to the selectee(s) requiring an OSHA physical because of the occupation series involved.  Selectee’ will be notified of a Start date upon successful completion of the OSHA physical.

IF YOU ARE NOT SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, the HRO will inform you that you were not selected.  The HRO, may if requested, advise you of ways to improve your interview techniques or your application in order to enhance your opportunities for future vacancies.  HRO Staffing section is available to give advice on how to build a better application/ resume.

EXPLANATION: An Excepted position is exempt from normal procedures used in hiring for Federal Civil Service in that applicants are neither formally tested nor obtained from a register.  Excepted Technicians, during the course of employment, will receive the same benefits as all other Federal employees, including coverage under the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees Retirement System. Excepted Technicians are required to wear appropriate military uniform, and must become active members of the Maryland National Guard. 

THE MARYLAND NATIONAL GUARD IS AN EEO EMPLOYER: All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, non-disqualifying physical handicap, except when the applicant involved is ineligible to become a member of the Army or Air National Guard because of regulatory restriction on age or sex (Excepted positions only).All announcements must be posted on Official MDNG unit/office bulletin boards, in a public area, until the closing date, at which time they may be filed or destroyed.  Extra copies of all announcements are available at HRO.  Call (410) 576-6054, or DSN 496-6054.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

#13-070

Temporary Promotion

POSITION:

Production Controller, GS-1152-07, PD# D1259, Sequence #569443

(Steps 1-10) per annum and full range of benefits.  Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

One or more selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.

DUTY LOCATION:

Field Maintenance Shop (FMS) #2

1218 North Point Rd.

Dundalk, MD 21222

OPEN PERIOD:

OPENING DATE:  21 February 2013

CLOSING DATE:   67March 2013

For detailed information on the application process please see last page of this announcement: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION.

WHO MAY APPLY:

This is a Maryland Army National Guard Excepted Service (Dual-Status) Technician position open to current onboard enlisted (E-6 and below) technicians of the Maryland Army National Guard.

DUTIES:

Establishes plans, schedules, and controls the maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment such as combat vehicles, heavy-duty engineering and mobile equipment, tracked vehicles, towed and self-propelled artillery, communications and electronic equipment, guided missile systems, and small arms. Studies directives, modification work orders, and regulations as to their application in the unit. Designates and maintains current maintenance repair priorities by Force Activity Designator, pacing items, Equipment Readiness Codes (ERC) A, B, and C equipment type, available funds, commander’s priority, state/national priorities, (in the case of floods, fires, and mobilizations) and unit supported. Provides assistance to ensure that Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTO&E) or Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) reportable Line Item Numbers (LIN) are properly managed, reported and accounted for with respect to readiness reports, property accountability reports and system management. Analyzes repair methods and recommends control procedures to ensure that accomplishment of programs meet priorities and deadlines established by higher authority or support activities. In the absence of the higher graded production controller, ensures that unit CL IX accounts are funded, budgeted, and executed to maximize readiness; and performs demand analysis on CL IX expenses to determine proper PLL stockage to sustain facility mission requirements. May provide day-to-day technical guidance to lower-graded personnel assisting in the maintenance production or maintenance management processes. May provide day-to-day technical guidance to lower-graded personnel assisting in the maintenance production or maintenance management processes. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

General Experience:  Experience, education or training which indicates the candidate can reason in quantitative terms, communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner, understanding the terminology and data pertaining to repair operations and process characteristics of the production activity.

Specialized Experience GS-07:  Must have at least 12 months experience, education or training working with people from various levels and backgrounds.  Experience with a general knowledge of the functions and procedures of production control, records, references, and techniques for developing production control data.  Experience assisting or maintaining workflow.

Physical Effort:  Work is sedentary with no special physical demands.  There is a requirement to walk, stand, bend, or carry light items.

Military Compatibility:  Prior to appointment to this position the selectee must be qualified for, or assigned to a compatible military position in one of the following DMOS/DAFSC specialties: Enlisted:  90A, 91A, & 92A in any Maryland Army National Guard unit.

BASIS FOR RATING:

Substitution Of Education for Specialized Experience:  A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience.  The education must have been in fields directly related to Production Control. 

APPLICANTS WHO ARE SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (TOTALLY OR PARTIALLY) MUST INCLUDE EITHER AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT; OR STATEMENT FROM THE REGISTRAR, DEAN, OR OTHER APPROPRIATE OFFICIAL OF THE COLLEGE OR INSTITUTION.