OPERATIONS AND TRAINING SPECIALIST T32

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a OPERATIONS AND TRAINING SPECIALIST T32, PDD0607000 and is part of the AZ JFHQ ARMY, National Guard.

What you will do

• This position is located in with the Arizona Training Center (AZTC) in Bellemont, Arizona.
• The purpose of this position is to manage and direct the activities of the Operations and Training Division assuring ranges, training facilities, training aids and devices are available to users of the training site.
• THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
• DUTIES (Condensed): Formulates long and short range plans for the development of range facilities and the training areas.
• Develops input for the MTA's five year range development plan, to include justifications for construction, programing documents, maps, overlays, and sketches.
• Develops program documents for funding standard target systems and remote engagement target systems identified for use on range facilities programmed in the five year range development plan.
• Develops other associated programs of construction and budget estimates.
• Evaluates the size of the facilities to allow for projected use, troop density, and to facilitate types of training required.
• Oversees and directs the work of one or two subordinates assigned to the Operations and Training Division.
• Assists in development of performance standards, goals; and objectives for subordinate workers.
• Approves/disapproves leaves.
• Provides recommendations for incentive awards and training of subordinate workers.
• Participates in interviews with applicants for subordinate positions and provides recommendations for selection.
• Provides technical guidance to lower graded workers.
• Assists in resolving complaints and grievances from employees which can be informally resolved.
• Promotes acceptance and adherence of programs such as Equal Employment Opportunity, Federal Womens Program, Physically Handicapped, Labor Management Relations and other special emphasis programs.
• Assists in maintaining an effective position management program.
• Coordinates with user organizations for use of hfTA ranges and training facilities.
• Reviews and approves schedules to insure maximum training opportunities.
• Coordinates with using organizations to assist in obtaining support if not available at MTA with units having requested support capabilities.
• Prepares budget requirements for submission to support manday training, schools and travel for the Operations and Training Division.
• Conducts surveys of users to assess adequacy of existing facilities to meet training requirements, and reviews the installation five year plan to ensure it meets existing and future requirements.
• As the primary point of contact within the Directorate of Plans, Training, and Mobilization for training facilities, reviews training project proposals and recommends to the Operations and Plans Officer approval, disapproval, or modifications.
• Reviews plans, specifications, architectural and engineering documents for range facilities to assure conformity with doctrine and for compliance with DA range safety criteria.
• Reviews plans for army aviation, airborne, and NBC Training conducted at the MTA to assure compliance with established safety and local operational procedures: When required, recommends alternatives to best meet training objectives within safety parameters.
• Develops installation policies and regulations governing range safety, training, medical evacuation and other emergency procedures.
• Reviews and updates these documents when required.
• Advises tenant organizations of pertinent MTA policy and requirements.
• Based on projected availability of the latest simulation devices, determines and recommends suitable facilities for use as simulation centers.
• Coordinates, with the supervisor, plans and specifications for the modification of existing or the construction of new facilities for simulation centers.
• Develops guidelines for the preparation of training programs for personnel and elements assigned or attached to the MTA or installation support unit (ISU).
• Oversees the processing of applications for service schools and formal technician courses.
• Formulates policies and procedures for the control of classified material, restricted areas and communications security.
• Monitors the status of personnel security clearance requests and investigations.
• Develops intelligence, counter-intelligence, and operational security plans for the MTA.
• Serves as the authority at the training site regarding classified material and security.
• Develops standing operating procedures (SOP) for and directs the activities of the installation Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during state domestic or national emergencies.
• Develops plans and procedures for the overall communications requirements for range and field training operations.
• Evaluates internal communications, staffing, equipment and facilities requirements.
• Coordinates additional commercial communications requirements with the MTA administrative and budget offices.
• Directs actor: to improve effectiveness in tactical communications systems and operations.

Education

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): 1. Ability to formulate long and short range plans for the development of range facilities and the training areas. 2.

Ability to prepare budget requirements for submission to support manday training, schools and travel for the Operations and Training Division. 3. Knowledge and ability to develop installation policies and regulations governing range safety, training, medical evacuation and other emergency procedures.

4. Advises and coordinates with commanders and staff officers of using units on communications matters.

Documents you must provide

• To apply for this position, you MUST SUBMIT a complete Application Package which includes:1.
• Your resume must provide the following information for proper evaluation: Name Phone Number Work experience related to the job for which you are applying; details to include, job title (if federal, include pay plan, series and grade), work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, employer's name, supervisor's name and contact number, and duties performed.
• NOTE: If your resume does not provide enough information for us to make a clear creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified.
• Verbiage displayed on your resume must clearly describe relevant experience using your own words.
• Please avoid acronyms, abbreviations, or internal terminology that may not be universally understood.
• You must refer to position descriptions, i.e the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experience; however, resume or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.
• Other supporting documents: Applicant MUST submit their most current Soldier Talent Profile (STP) to verify unit, rank, MOS, and security clearance requirements.

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.

NOTE: Open until fill applications will be reviewed every 30 days for consideration for hire until 23 September 2026 and may close at any time.

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 (***).