Director of Military Support (Title 32) (Indefinite)

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Director of Military Support (Title 32) (Indefinite), Position Description Number D1784000 and is part of the VA JFHQ DET HQ, National Guard.

What you will do

• Develops, coordinates and implements joint contingency plans for domestic emergencies, civil disturbances, natural disasters, state and federal contingency operations.
• Plans involve consideration of physical security of military forces, facilities and equipment protection, intelligence evaluation, emergency communications structuring.
• Such programs deal with Homeland Defense/Security, WMD response, Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP), the Critical Infrastructure Protection Program (CIPP) and National Security Special events.
• Serves as the state military technical expert for these programs to the Adjutant General on issues involving Military Support to Civil Authorities (MSCA), Antiterrorism, Homeland Defense/Security, and WMD.
• Interprets, evaluates and implements current laws, regulations, guidance, and policies from Department of Defense (DoD), other federal, state and local agencies.
• Provides policy guidance and ongoing assistance on program areas to units within the state NG and external agencies to include the Offices of the Governor and US Attorney.
• Works with Military Component Commanders, active and reserve, as well as federal, state and local officials for the purpose of coordinating resources and execution of contingency plans through personal contacts and exercises with contributing agencies.
• Initiates' projects based on broad assignment criteria, priorities in coordination with the Adjutant General.
• Develops standing operating procedures, circulars, pamphlets, letters of instructions and memoranda of understanding for NG MSCA support .
• Identify and implement improvements to operational programs.
• Explains the NG MSCA and Homeland Defense/Security programs to federal, state and local officials and how the NG may be of service to the community or the state.
• Represents the Adjutant General with federal, state and local governmental agencies, professional groups and local civilian community associations on MSCA and Homeland Defense/Security in the coordination and implementation of contingency plans.
• Oversees the organization and operation of the state MJEOC.
• Coordinates the inspection of units, supplies and equipment to ascertain condition and the level of readiness in the event of an MSCA emergency.
• Supervises personnel assigned to the Military Support Branch.
• Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the assigned National Guard technicians, ensuring that the advice and assistance provided complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
• Develops goals and objectives that integrate support functions and overall unit program objectives.
• Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies applicable guidelines, policies and objectives.
• Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of the unit's mission.
• Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution.
• Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate.
• Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules.
• Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience, training, and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs.
• Balances workload and provides advice, guidance, and direction on a wide range of technical and administrative issues.
• Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions.
• Reviews organization mission, functions, and manning.
• Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel, overtime, equipment, supplies, and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives.
• Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment.
• Establishes metrics and analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points.
• Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates.
• Performs self-inspection and presents a detailed and comprehensive report with any corrective action taken to supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this position, completion of courses such as the Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, Air and Army War College, National Security Management Course and others of comparable level will be credited at the rate of 1 month of education for 2 months of specialized experience.

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):

Documents you must provide

• To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
• Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job.
• Federal jobs should include series and grade.
• Education, certifications or licensures.
• Other supporting documents: Most recent SF50 for current federal technicians.

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)).