COMPUTER ASSISTANT (TITLE 32)

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a COMPUTER ASSISTANT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1074000 and is part of the IL AASF 3, National Guard.

What you will do

• As a COMPUTER ASSISTANT (TITLE 32), GS-0335-9, you will administer and maintain the Aviation Logistics Enterprise-Platform (ALE-P) at the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) and provide guidance to users in the daily operation and maintenance of the ALE-P and serve as the point of contact between the AASF and external supporting organizations (e.g., Combat Service Support Automation Management Office AVCRAD, National Guard).
• Major Duties - This is not an all-inclusive list: Monitor database files from outside sources (e.g., inspection master files, component master files and reportable item files) to ensure data integrity and applicability Restore deleted data files as necessary and utilize Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the event of ALE-P failure Create database inquiries to access local information stored in the ALE-P.
• Assign, secure, store, and maintain user IDs, passwords and controls individual and group access to the ALE-P.
• Troubleshoot common or recurring problems experienced by laptop users.
• Assist AASF users in preparing locally designed reports.
• Prioritize work and necessary repair actions to ensure operating systems function correctly.
• Train or work with personnel on ALE-P changes and procedures.
• Ensure data and data files are accurately entered into a system through the Local Area Network (LAN).
• Provide advice and recommendations for using and safeguarding ALE-P data and resources against unauthorized disclosure, modification, access, use, destruction or denial of service.
• Maintain and update unit parameters and aircraft/weapon systems authorization files to ensure calculated readiness rates are available.
• Create local modifications to the Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS) system; modifications within and among systems are created to provide for the communication of data between testing platforms and the STAMIS system.
• Work with multiple operating systems with guidelines that are not always specific or may not exist.
• Monitor the transfer of data between aircraft laptops and LAN computers to ensure data integrity is maintained; monitor data back-up systems.
• Ensure the timely and accurate exchange of maintenance, supply and operational data between individual aircraft laptop computers and the LAN.

Requirements

• IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview.
• If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement.
• This is required prior to the effective date of placement.
• If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.
• An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

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): Data and Content Management Information Technology Configuration Management Information Technology Customer Support System Administration

Documents you must provide

• Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position.
• Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number.
• It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
• If you are an onboard ILNG technician, then you MUST include your most recent SF-50.
• Other supporting documents (as applicable): Certifications DD-214 NGIL Form 73 Official Transcript *** *NGIL Form 73 - Illinois National Guard Technician Program Supplement to Application for Dual Status (DS), to reflect military qualifications.
• Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation.
• Applicants with no military qualifications must submit form stating "not applicable" and signature on page 2 of the NGIL Form 73.
• Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

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

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)).

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