About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION - PERMANENT This National Guard position is for a Training Specialist, Position Description Number NGD0925000 and is part of the Guam 203rd Regional Training Institute, National Guard.
Qualifications
MILITARY GRADES: Enlisted: E5 - E6 COMPATIBLE AND PREFERRED MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: Enlisted: 42A, 92Y and 11B GENERAL EXPERIENCE: All Series GS-1712 candidates must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for that level. Each applicant must have the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade.
Applicants must have the experiences, education, or training that demonstrates the ability to follow directions, to read, understand, with the ability to retain and recall a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures; and, most importantly for specific positions, must have the competencies (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Behaviors) to translate specific subject's criteria and information into a teaching/training capability. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s).
Supervising or administering a training program. Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results. Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.
Major Duties
This position is located in the Total Army School System Regiment or Regional Training Institute(RTI). Performs a variety of staff level work to ensure the success of the Department of the Army(DA) training mission requirements based on the Army Program for Individual Training (ARPRINT). Assists the Training Administrator with the Total Army School System (TASS) in accomplishing command coordinating authority responsibilities.
Assists the Training Administrator with various aspects of operations. Reviews data in the Army Training Requirement and Resource System(ATRRS) for appropriate input/output procedures, accuracy and quality assurance. Uses all Training Management Systems such as ATRRS, the Individual Training Requirements Module (ITRM), etc.
Ensures that the training institute and TASS organizations adhere to timelines established by the Training Management Life Cycle either through command and control or coordinating authority. Assists in the management the Distance Learning Programs. Knowledge of ATRRS and various automated training management systems is required to obtain statistical data required by the Training Administrator and the staff.
Identifies and implements required modifications of Programs of Instruction (POI) in accordance with regulations and the requirements and situation of the institute. Ensures that training support materials (i.e. training support packages, references, etc.) and training aids are consistent with the POI. Reviews and evaluates training support training aids such as films, video tapes, charts, maps and photographs to ensure their adequacy and consistency with objectives.
Assists in the formulation and preparation of training schedules, directives and materials for the mission. Maintains training support material/reference files and obtains updates as necessary. Maintains liaison with the Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) proponent schools, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other TASS organizations to requests training materials and publications to supplement programs.
Prepares and issues local instructor guides in accordance with proponent policies and regulations. Ensures preparation of instructors after action reports and critiques. Plans and schedules instructor proficiency classes to help instructors attain certification and maintain their skills.
Research regulations regarding individual's participation in training programs. Serves as primary point of contact on matters relating to approved ARPRINT conducted at the institute. Advises and assists the training administrator by performing research on matters pertaining to courses.
Participates in planning and developing training programs. Responds to inquiries regarding admission requirements and procedures necessary for enrollment in scheduled programs. Assists in preparing projected annual training budgets in accordance with requirements of the state and National Guard Bureau.
Monitors expenditures and use of man-days to ensure cost effectiveness and conformance to regulations. Calculates expenditures and maintains supporting records. Monitors 702300003 current balance in each budgetary account.
Prepares documents for student participation and notifies appropriate command of those students who did not attend training. Ensures that all student records are prepared in accordance with current regulations and distributed for assessment and accreditation. Prepares materials and maintains files for Officer Candidates Schools (OCS) Evaluation and Review boards.
Coordinates with the Public Affairs Officer regarding press releases and media coverage of RTI events. Conducts briefings for various groups and individuals to promote RTI programs. Makes available to units and individuals various publications and recruiting materials.
Participates in the preparation and distribution of recruiting materials. Distributes printouts of individuals qualified for OCS to unit commanders. Coordinates support personnel requirements. Coordinates the acquisition and documentation of proponent and POI required equipment, instructional material and general supplies.
Maintains statistical data and records in student files. Ensures that files such as test score verification, birth certificates, diplomas, physical examinations, etc., are maintained. Maintains instructional/support files.
Ensures that supporting documents for commissioning of Officer Candidates are provided to proper authority. Reviews, evaluates and determines reproduction requirements. Prepares correspondence regarding a variety of issues pertaining to the operation.
Assists in the management of environmental programs and regulatory requirements. Prepares the institute's Energy Conservation Program and ensures compliance with conservation directives. Ensures that safety programs are implemented and followed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
In lieu of specialized experience, the following education is required to qualify for position: 1 full year of graduate level education; or superior academic achievement You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
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): Basic capabilities in communicative interpersonal skill applications and distance learning concepts; skills in effective communications; ability to present professional courses and briefings; including writing reports and records; as well as the ability to be a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events. Knowledge of training centers, training programs, schools, and unit policies; to include the ability to conduct or develop education and training programs. Knowledge that ensures the training institute and Training Administrator with the Total Army School System (TASS) organizations adhere to timelines established by the Training Management Life Cycle either through command and control or coordinating authority; to include skills to assist in the management of Distance Learning Programs.
Skills to prepare documents for student participation and notify appropriate command of those students who did not attend training; to include the ability to ensure that all student records are prepared in accordance with current regulations and distributed for assessment and accreditation; as well as prepare materials and maintain files for Officer Candidates Schools (OCS) Evaluation and Review boards. Skills to coordinate with the Public Affairs Officer regarding press releases and media coverage of RTI events; to include the ability to conduct briefings for various groups and individuals to promote RTI programs; as well as make available to units and individual's various publications and recruiting materials; and participate in the preparation and distribution of recruiting materials; including printouts of individuals qualified for OCS to unit commanders.
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/12932938 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: Your resume showing: (MANDATORY) Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name and job title. Hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment Pay Plan, Occupational Series, and Grade (if applicable) Duties performed.
Note: Resumes are limited to two (2) pages. Only the first two pages of the submitted resume will be reviewed and considered for qualification and rating purposes. OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment. (MANDATORY) Current Soldier Record Brief or Soldier Talent Profile dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY) Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY) Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY) Transcripts, if applicable.
College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education. Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable. SF-50 (Current or Former Federal Employees), if applicable.
DD 214-Member copy, if applicable.