WING COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT

Serves as the Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant (CCM), the Wing Senior Enlisted Leader and key member of the command's leadership team managing all military aspects of full time and traditional enlisted Airmen. A CCM is the commander's key enlisted advocate and advisor on operational effectiveness and the organization, training and equipping of enlisted Airmen. CCMs ensure the commanders' directions and policies are carried out and the Airmen understand and are dedicated to the mission of the command.

CCMs are responsible for the professional development and proper utilization of the command's enlisted force. CCMs work in concert with other enlisted leaders such as group superintendents and first sergeants to oversee the readiness, training, health, morale, welfare, quality of life and force development of assigned personnel.

1. Advises, carries out and monitors the Wing Commander's organizational policies, programs and standards applicable to the ANG enlisted force. Wing ANG CCMs are the Wing Commanders key enlisted advocate and advisor on all DoD, NGB, state, and unit level enlisted policies regarding readiness, training, professional development, utilization of the force, operations tempo, standards, conduct and quality of life.

The ANG Wing CCM provides advice, develops initiatives, policies, programs and recommendations in matters pertaining to all assigned enlisted personnel. ANG Wing CCMs are the key senior leadership advisor and point of contact for all assigned ANG enlisted personnel. Makes frequent visits to units, facilities, and activities, and advises them to changes/guidance of all processes/directions affecting ANG Wing enlisted personnel.

Communicates, estimates, and provides the suggestions, concerns, and outlooks of the Senior Enlisted Corps of wing enlisted personnel. Acts as a bridge between the Wing Commanders and senior staff, to include CCMs and geographically separated unit senior enlisted leaders. Serves as an active participant on advisory councils and boards.

Liaison to and works closely with the local community. Interacts with sister service counterparts as required. Coordinates ANG Wing command issues and concerns with the ANG State Headquarters CCM.

1. Manages, studies, analyzes and oversees the administration, coordination, planning, development, and execution of all Wing level ANG enlisted members programs with particular emphasis on readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, performance, training, awards and recognition, recruiting, equal opportunity, promotion, assignment and reassignment, administration and utilization, as they affect the service contributions of Wing ANG enlisted personnel to the accomplishment of the state's federal and domestic missions. Identifies Wing requirements and develops comprehensive Wing staff plans to support goals and objectives established by the Wing Commander and State CCM Joint Force Headquarters, in the operations and activities applicable to all functional areas of the Wing ANG enlisted personnel.
2. Provides general supervision of the assigned ANG enlisted forces and is the functional manager for the wing First Sergeants, and the wing Honor Guard program. Understands roles and responsibilities of these programs.

Establishes a process for managing and selecting members for these positions when appropriate. Screens applicants for eligibility; provides advice to commanders with respect to the selection process, guides, mentors, trains, and ensures proper utilization of members assigned to these special duties. Responsible for quality assurance of programs when appropriate.

Directs, advises, and coordinates with ANG NCOs and other wing enlisted organizations, councils, groups, etc., and their representatives. Participates in the resolution of policy, doctrinal and regulatory misunderstandings that could result in adverse effects on wing enlisted personnel. Works to further the intent of the Wing Commander's programs conceived and implemented to improve enlisted morale, understanding, mission awareness, career dedication and upward mobility in the context of the overall wing mission as it relates to mission requirements of the ANG.

Communicates the Wing Commander's policies and programs to the force. Reviews and provides counsel to the Wing, Group and Squadron Commanders on all inquiries concerning operations, administration, policy, etc., that impact enlisted personnel. Identifies and assesses factors impacting morale and well-being of the ANG Wing enlisted force and provides the Wing, Group and Squadron Commanders with recommendations to resolve problems.

1. Develops, participates, and provides guidance in planning, publicizing, and administering ANG enlisted awards and recognition programs at the wing. Oversees and executes the wing Stripes for Exceptional Performance Promotion Program (STEP II). REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

-All CCM Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree or higher from a nationally or regionally accredited academic institution. --All CCM Chief Master Sergeant candidates must be eligible to attend the ANG Chief Master Sergeant Orientation Course (ANG CMSOC) and will do so ASAP if not already completed -Candidates selected for assignment to a 9E000 position must attend the first available ANG Command Chief Master Sergeant Training Course (CCMSTC) no later than six months from assignment.

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): -knowledge of management principles, organizational theory and techniques of analysis and evaluation. -knowledge of standardized administrative practices and procedures. -knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices of a professional or administrative occupation, such as would be gained through extended study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. -Ability to resolve issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature, deal with readily observable conditions and involve applying qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques. Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies: 1. Accountability

1. Teamwork
2. Oral Communication
3. Customer Service
4. Integrity/Honesty

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Vermont Air National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician.

Applicants should contact the VTANG Incentive Manager at 802-660-5211 to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. 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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Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week and salary. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.

Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.

Resume must show applicants name and contact information.

1. AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form). Other supporting documents (as applicable) For current Federal employees: Latest SF 50, Personnel Action.

Helpful Hints for Applying: - Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone. - Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for. - Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience. - Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.

If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received. Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.

You must submit transcripts when required. Photocopies are acceptable. If you have been or currently are a Federal Civil Service employee, please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action, Form SF-50 if applicable.