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INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT)

Air National Guard Units · Department of the Air Force · Lincoln, Nebraska

Federal agencyGS-12Vets' preference
At a glance

A job with Air National Guard Units in Lincoln, Nebraska. It pays $89,508$116,362 per year at grade GS-12. Applications close on Oct 15, 2026 — 29 days left.

Working pattern
Telework eligible
Who can apply
Excepted service, Internal to an agency, Open to the public, Veterans
Veterans
Veterans' preference applies
Clearance
Secret

Main duties

  • As a INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT), GS-1801-12, duties include: 1.
  • Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System, CCIP, Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP), Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program.
  • Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness, economy, efficiency, and state of discipline for the Wing; and provides timely, credible, and impartial information to program managers, policymakers, and leaders at all levels.?
  • Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs in accordance with Wing Commander's intent, Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ), multiple Gaining Major Commands (G-MAJCOMs), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Department of the Air Force (DAF), and Department of Defense (DoD) directives.
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About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT), Position Description Number T5866000 and is part of the NE 155 ARW, National Guard.

What you will do

  • As a INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT), GS-1801-12, duties include: 1.
  • Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System, CCIP, Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP), Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program.
  • Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness, economy, efficiency, and state of discipline for the Wing; and provides timely, credible, and impartial information to program managers, policymakers, and leaders at all levels.?
  • Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs in accordance with Wing Commander's intent, Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ), multiple Gaining Major Commands (G-MAJCOMs), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Department of the Air Force (DAF), and Department of Defense (DoD) directives.
  • Establishes metrics and analyzes complex data from a variety of sources/systems, to include Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT), Inspector General Evaluation Management System (IGEMS), and Inspector General Evaluation Management System - Classified (IGEMS-C), to identify risk and eliminate undetected non-compliance within the organization.
  • Supports the Wing IG in the overall management and implementation of a wide range of IG functions, to include multiple agency coordination and process improvement affecting mission driven decisions for the Wing Commander.
  • Reviews and provides quality control over the Commander's Inspection Report (CCIR) ensuring accurate assessment of readiness and compliance before submittal to the State Adjutant General, NGB/IG and G-MAJCOM(s)/IG.
  • Serves as the primary focal point in the negotiation and authoring for the coordination of memorandums of agreement, memorandums of understanding and support agreements to ensure adequate support of all IG programs.
  • Enhances openness and approachability by conducting or participating in official public meetings, newcomers' sessions, commander's calls, boards, committees, councils, staff meetings, unit self-assessment briefings, and other Wing assemblies.
  • Maintains effective working relationships and stays abreast of industry trends and guidance through participation in NGB/IG conferences, G-MAJCOM(s) Quarterly Inspection Working Groups (QIWG) and Semi-Annual Inspection Council (SAIC) meetings as well as State Joint Force Headquarters IG meetings.
  • Performs IG duties IAW the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency's (CIGIE) Quality Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.
  • Identifies deficiencies and make recommendations to HHQ IGs to modify policies and programs.
  • Serves as the focal point for assimilating pertinent data and information for the G-MAJCOM(s)/IG, NGB/IG, DAF/IG and DoD-IG.
  • Responsible for planning and executing the various complex programs supporting of the Wing CCIP.
  • Organizes and conducts independent evaluations of high-risk mission areas to identify issues interfering with readiness, economy, efficiency, discipline, effectiveness, compliance, performance, and surety.
  • Utilizes a systematic approach to analyze enterprise-wide inspection data including G-MAJCOM(s) continual evaluations, Higher Headquarter (HHQ) Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs), Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA), Wing Climate surveys, and Defense Readiness Report System (DRRS), etc., to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS) which is designed to identify potential blind spots to aid commanders' decisions to allocate resources.
  • Autonomously conducts reoccurring focus groups across the Wing to fact-find and inform RBSS which may detect Wing IG level complaints.
  • Creates a wing-wide inspection and exercise plan, designed to inform leadership of areas of mission execution shortfalls and non-compliance through the Major Graded Areas (MGAs).
  • Performs complex analysis to implement the CCIP as an integrated, synchronized system of inspections, mission assurance exercises, and readiness exercises.
  • As mission dictates, plans and conducts By-Law, Special Emphasis Items (SEI), Special Interest Items (SII), Command Interest Items (CII) and nuclear assurance inspections as outlined by requirements from the DoD, DAF, NGB and G-MAJCOM(s).
  • Coordinates with the Wing Inspection Team (WIT) and external agencies in the development of realistic exercise scenarios, objectives, appropriate inspection techniques, and applicable simulations and deviations.
  • Ensuring thoroughness, impartiality, and appropriateness of strengths, recommended improvement areas, and deficiencies (Minor, Significant and Critical) identified during inspections and exercises. -Performs Other Duties as Assigned

Education

Undergraduate Education: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements for many positions covered by this standard.

Others have individual occupational requirements that specify that applicants must, in general, (1) have specific course work that meets the requirements for a major in a particular field(s), or (2) have at least 24 semester hours of course work in the field(s) identified.

Course work in fields closely related to those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.

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. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation.

Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section.

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 (optional) Cover Letter DD-214 Other (to include Veterans' Preference Claims) SF-50 DOD PRIORITY PLACEMENT Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation: - Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3) - Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility - Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
  • Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation: - Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2) - Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility - Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
  • Applicant claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation: -DoD Retained Grade Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-1) - SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status - Copy of the notification letter the employee received (RIF or classification downgrade) Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation: - DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4) - Sponsor's PCS Orders - Proof of Military member's current active duty status - Marriage Certificate

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.

Qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official in the following order: 1. Highly qualified Area 3 applicants (Vets Pref) 2. Highly qualified Area 3 applicants (Non-Vet Pref) 3.

Qualified Area 3 applicants (Vets Pref) 4. Qualified Area 3 applicants (Non-Vet Pref)

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 (***). Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference.

(See Required Documents section) - Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible - Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement - Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees - Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference (MSP)

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