Duties

(1) Incumbent is responsible for military personnel and administrative work for the unit. Advises supervisor of administrative eligibility requirements for personnel applying for training courses. Provides regulatory information and completes documentation required for actions such as fraudulent enlistment, involuntary order to active duty, conviction of military personnel by civilian authority, State Military Code violations, etc. Functions as the primary source of guidance and assistance to the unit commander and other members of the unit on military personnel matters, including application of rules, regulations, and procedures. Ensures the unit commander is advised of important changes in administrative and personnel regulations or directives.

(2) Initiates and/or completes personnel actions for the unit such as appointment packages, new member personnel in-processing, discharges, promotions, reductions, MOS assignments, and transfers. Completes enlisted efficiency reports. Assists unit leadership and members in the completion and processing of individual enlisted promotion packets. Compiles documents necessary for processing of formal and in-formal line of duty determinations. Maintains military personnel files for all assigned and attached personnel. Reviews and updates military personnel and mobilization records with unit members for daily operations and/or state and federal missions. Maintains required family-care plans. Ensures all pertinent and required data for unit members are current and properly coded into the automated reporting system. Maintains the unit reference library and publications account.

(3) Prepares and submits payrolls for inactive and active duty training including uniform allowances, supplemental and incapacitation payrolls. Researches and corrects pay discrepancies. Assists soldiers in gathering and submitting documentation necessary to receive educational and bonus incentives. Initiates requests for discharge and submission of SGLI benefits for deceased soldiers. Counsels soldiers and spouses on retirement options and benefits and processes forms as necessary.

(4) Posts publications, maintains files, posts updates, and changes. Functions as the unit file manager. Prepares a variety of reports, or correspondence, pertaining to unit status and operations such as strength reports, unit record of reserve training, replies to inspection reports and inquiries, etc. Receives and distributes incoming mail.

(5) Assists, as required, in training administration for the unit. Contacts organizations or individuals to arrange for use of facilities such as, small arms ranges, for training. Requests or ensures required training materials and training aids such as, ammunition, pieces of equipment, films, models of equipment, etc., are on hand. Assists unit members in the preparation of training and evaluation outlines, proper methods of instruction, obtaining reference material, and teaching aids. Prepares training schedules. Completes applications for service schools, officer candidate school, and correspondence courses.

(6) Assists in maintaining working relationships with local officials, clubs, etc., for a variety of purposes such as armory security coordination with police, suitability investigations, armory rental, unit participation in celebrations, or fund raising drives. Provides public information about the National Guard to appropriate agencies. Works with community organizations to obtain support for the National Guard. As directed, attends meetings as the National Guard representative to effectively coordinate the National Guard's participation in civic activities.

(7) As required, assists in completing supply transactions for the unit in the absence of the Supply NCO/Technician. Requisitions, receives, stores, issues, and accounts for supplies and equipment such as rations, ammunition, fuel, clothing, office supplies, forms and publications, communications, equipment, small arms, tool sets, vehicles, etc. Posts, updates, and maintains, in current status, unit property records such as, hand receipts and equipment checklists. Initiates reports of survey when necessary and statements of charges for lost, damaged, or destroyed property.

(8) As directed, performs recruiting duties to maintain the unit at authorized strength. Assists the unit strength manager in developing and maintaining relationships with schools, community organizations, and other groups. Participates in school activities and civic activities such as "career days" for the purpose of informing individuals and groups of the benefits in joining the National Guard.

(9) In the absence of a janitorial staff, works with other assigned full time support personnel to care for, clean, and maintain the National Guard Armory, including lawn care and general user maintenance.

(10) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
  2. Other supporting documents: SF-50, Transcripts and DD214s are recommended, but not required.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application 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. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
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  Agency contact information

  MAJ Nathan Herrick

  Phone

  808-754-8733

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  AL HHC 1 131 AVN
  4555 Bobby Hogan Dr
  Hope Hull, AL 36042
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Title 32 CAT 1- All on board Federal Employees/Technicians within the ALARNG (T32 and T5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite) CAT 2- Current Army M-Day and Temporary Technicians within ALARNG CAT 3- Applicants willing to become NG T32 DS Technicians and gain ALARNG membership, all current federal employees, all U.S. Citizens