About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AMMUNITION INSPECTOR SUPERVISOR, Position Description Number D2283000 and is part of the DE United States Property and Fiscal Office, National Guard.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E-5/SGT thru E-8/MSG and WO1 thru CW4 Compatible Military Assignments: 88, 89, 91, 92, 94 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WS-09 - Must have 36 months experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of various codes of federal regulations (i.e., Department of Transportation and Occupational Safety and Health Association). Ability to respond to unforeseen or emergency situations and be able to make immediate responses to emergency situations, determine the correct course of action to mitigate the problem. Knowledge of ammunition/explosives technical references, procedures and policies, materials handling equipment, and lifting gear, rail, and truck characteristics/capabilities.
Ability to interpret and apply load drawings technical inspections procedures, publications, specifications, and technical drawings pertaining to ammunition/explosives. Ability to research, interpret and apply all technical information necessary to inspect each specific ammunition and explosive item, component, and specialized packing material. Ability to read and comprehend technical orders, technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and drawings, as well as communicate orally and in writing to brief and provide training.
Knowledge of the safety precautions and procedures necessary to be taken with the variety of ammunition and explosives worked on. Knowledge of detonation and burning methods and procedures for the destruction of ammunition and explosives. Knowledge of product specifications, standards, and associated requirements for preservation, packing, shipping, and storage to ensure product quality, safety, and protection of the environment.
Ability to recognize the various munitions and explosives to apply the proper procedure for inspecting. Ability to recognize weather and other conditions that affect explosive operations and to select the alternate procedures necessary under such conditions. Knowledge of operating procedures and safety regulations and procedures applicable to firing range activities.
Skill in the operation of the full variety of machines and tools in operations. Skill in the maintenance and minor repair of machines, tools, and equipment used in ammunition maintenance. SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:
In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, applicants must have 36 months experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function.
Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations. DEFINITION OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Specialized experience must be closely related to the work to be performed in the job for which you are applying and meet education, and other qualifications listed in the job announcement QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Length of time is not of itself qualifying.
Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed. For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Major Duties
- Planning: Assigns, directs, and supervises the work of personnel executing ammunition inspections, explosive handling, and transportation operations. The supervisor plans the use of personnel, equipment, facilities and material on a daily, week-to-week and/or month-to-month basis.
Establishes and sets deadlines, priorities, work sequences, milestones, and work assignments. Develops work methods, establishes procedures, and explains work requirements to subordinates. Assigns work and formulates operational processes and procedures in accordance with guidance established by higher headquarters via army regulations, Department of the Army (DA) Pamphlets, National Guard Bureau (NGB) directives, local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies and procedures, Technical Manuals, schematics, and other related directives.
Determines the man-hours, cost estimates, number and types of workers needed to accomplish specific projects. Assigns individual workers and resources to accomplish planned, and ad-hoc work. Exercises authority to maintain and balance workload, shifts assignments, workers and other resources to achieve the most effective and efficient work operations.
Instructs subordinates in existing and state of the art ammunition and explosives inspection methods and provides advice and consultation when issues arise. Reviews and analyzes work accomplishments, cost and utilization of subordinates to evaluate work progress, control costs and anticipate and avoid possible problems by recommending corrective action. Participates with management officials and/or other key personnel to develop qualitative and/or quantitative work standards.
Evaluates work operations and reviews completed work, inspection reports, and production control data to validate standards and timelines are met. Coordinates with other supervisors, organizations, or work groups to ensure work requirements are established, achieved; collaboration occurs from end to end. Informs higher level supervisor of the need to amend work schedules and initiate planning of current and future work schedules, budget requests, staffing needs, training requirements, and allocation of assets, estimates, and recommendations as to scheduling projected work.
Plans the allocation of resources and the distribution of work as well as determine the internal plan to be followed by subordinates in applying resources to accomplish work operations. Evaluates resources required to accomplish the proposed work packages or programs in relation to the resources committed to ongoing and previously scheduled work operations and recommends changes to superiors concerning previously planned work schedules.
- Work Direction: Investigates, documents, and reports work-related problems, incidents, and accidents, determines causes, and implements corrective actions within delegated authority to resolve work problems such as safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and/or problems resulting in low productivity. Continuously reviews operations in order to maximize efficiency and effectiveness, with special emphasis on safety, security, and environmental concerns.
As necessary, suggests solutions and or implements corrective actions to resolve related problems in work operations directed by other supervisors. Ensures all maintenance and calibration requirements are achieved within specified timeframes.
- Administration: Develops performance standards, counsels' employees on performance, and completes interim performance and finalize formal and informal performance appraisals. Initiates recommendations for promotions or reassignment of subordinates, as well as performance awards.
Counsels employees on problems and adjudicates informal complaints through discussions with employees and superiors. Partners with labor representatives to resolve issues at the lowest possible level. Initiates formal disciplinary action as needed, identifies employees' training needs, and initiates recommendations to provide necessary training.
Schedules and approves leave of subordinates. Promotes the participation of employees in special emphasis programs, such as, the suggestion program, cost reduction, environmental, safety, etc. Ensures that equal opportunity, and equal employment opportunity programs are established, implemented and operational to accomplish goals in accordance with DA and local policies.
Establishes local safety committees, provides input to safety committee meeting agendas, develop subordinates by affording lessons and training in state of the art techniques and processes; develop after action reports and mission related records as required. ***Contact HR for full copy of the Position Description
Education
There are no substitution of education for specialized experience at WS-09
How You Will Be Evaluated
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Additional Information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12917848 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
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Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade. Education, certifications or licensures. ***Starting September 27, 2025, USAJOBS will only accept resumes that are two or fewer pages. Applicants who submit a resume longer than two pages may be found ineligible for further consideration.
- Other supporting documents: Resume (Required), DNG 51-R (Required) & any other supporting documents for qualification purposes.