AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES HANDLER SUPERVISOR

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for an Ammunition and Explosives Handler Supervisor Position Description Number D1139000 and is part of the USPFO Ammo Supply Point of the Vermont Army National Guard. *The announcement may close prior to end date if position is filled prior to end date.

What you will do

• The purpose of this position is to supervise subordinates, either directly or through one or more subordinate leaders or supervisors in accomplishing ammunition and explosives operations.
• (1) Plans and schedules subordinate work assignments on a daily or project-by-project basis.
• Establishes completion dates for projects or assignments and provides guidance on any unusual facets of assignments or projects.
• Ensures adequate personnel, materials and equipment are available for each assignment or project.
• (2) Instructs subordinates on standardized or accepted methods, procedures or practices applicable to projects or assignments.
• Provides assistance to subordinates in resolving unusual problems.
• Reviews work in progress and upon completion.
• Obtains approval from higher-level supervisor for changes to standardized or accepted procedures or work operations.
• Proposes changes to procedures or processes to improve operations or reduce costs.
• (3) Responsible for hiring new staff to fill organizational vacancies and approves subordinate promotions or reassignments within the unit.
• Jointly establishes performance standards with the assistance of subordinate supervisors and provides input on subordinate staff performance appraisals.
• Counsels employees on the disciplinary process and recommends disciplinary action.
• Resolves informal complaints and grievances at the lowest possible level, referring unresolved or more serious issues to a higher-level supervisor.
• Identifies staff training needs with the assistance of subordinate supervisors and recommends staff members for formal training programs or on-site mentoring.
• Schedules and approves subordinate leave.
• Encourages employees to participate in suggestion or cost reduction programs.
• Through subordinate supervisors, ensures procedures and regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed by all staff members.
• Coordinates the equal opportunity, position management, position description review and labor relations functions within the unit.
• Maintains production reports and records.
• Performs non-supervisory functions of the organizational segment supervised.
• (4) Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.
• May perform additional duties such as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, snow removal, munitions loading and handling or heavy equipment operating.
• May serve as a member of a natural disaster or civil emergencies team.
• Ensures subordinates are equipped with appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.
• (5) Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

There are no specific educational requirements for this vacancy.

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.

Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies: 1. Attention to Detail 2. Teamwork 3.

Ammunition and Explosives] 4. Hazardous Materials 5. Integrity/Honesty

Documents you must provide

• 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.
• 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.
• DD-214 Transcripts Certifications 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.

What to expect next

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.

Additional information

Temporary employees serve under appointments limited to 1 year or less and are subject to termination at any time without use of adverse action or reduction-in-force procedures. Appointments may be extended for an additional 1 year, for a total of 24 months of total service in accordance with 5 CFR 316.401(c)(1) and (2).

A temporary appointment does not confer eligibility to be promoted or reassigned to other positions, or the ability to be non-competitively converted to a permanent appointment.

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 (***).

Vermont Army 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 VTARNG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.

Pre-Employment Physical Examinations: Individual selected must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination in accordance with 5 CFR, Part 339 and Technician Personnel Regulation 355.