TRAINING TECHNICIAN

About the role

Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians. Area 2 - All AKNG members. Area 3 - All other current military members who are eligible to join the Alaska Air National Guard.

PDCN: D2509000 MPCN: 3400860668 Selecting Supervisor: Kevin M. Perez

What you will do

• Plans, organizes, leads and controls the Group and subordinate unit training program to ensure combat readiness.
• Reviews the training of all personnel and determines method to accomplish training to include Formal Training Schools, Career Development Course (CDC), Professional Military Education (PME), Air Force Testing and On the Job (OJT) programs.
• Evaluates training for unit members and tracks progress via automated training records systems and other tools.
• Coordinates actions with UTMs, supervisors, and higher headquarters training functions at the Wing, and MAJCOM level, as appropriate.
• Advises the Group Commander on the execution of unit training and advises UTMs, supervisors or managers within units when actions may affect productivity or mission.
• Based on the distribution of skills, job proficiency, evaluations, technical evaluation, tests, etc., prepares training schedules and course outlines and determines the means by which such training can be attained; i.e., formal off base training, Field Training Detachments, Mobile Training Detachments, classroom, etc. where satisfactory arrangements cannot be made, seeks the assistance of Host Wing/Base Education and Training office or higher headquarters where no Wing/Base Education and Training Office exists.
• Through a planned training control program, ensures a balance of skills and skill levels within the Group's span of control.
• Manages the classification system to ensure all MXG personnel meet the mandatory requirements and are awarded the correct Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC).
• Responsible for overall management of OJT program for the Group and oversight of subordinate unit's OJT program for 15 to 20 AFSCs.
• Conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAV) and identifies root cause of deficiencies and recommends corrective actions for process improvements.
• Conducts unit in and out-processing of personnel to include Permanent Change of Station, ETS and deploying personnel.
• Implements and manages training programs, policies and procedures as directed by Host Wing/Base Education and Training Office or higher headquarters where no Wing/Base Education and Training Office exists.
• Familiarize Group staff with training concepts, scope, methods and procedures.
• Coordinates and disseminates training policy and program changes to supervisors and trainers.
• Manages the development of education and training instructional products.
• Selects instructional methods that involve the development of lesson plans, task breakdowns, equipment requirements, and instructional aids when teaching the Air Force Training Course (AFTC), automated training record system, and Training Business Area (TBA).
• Serves as Wing POC for functional administration of Training Business Area (TBA) under Air Force and MAJCOM directive.
• Assists all Wing TBA users with system access and troubleshooting.
• Maintains Master Training Plans (MTP) guides/assists supervisors with development and monitors the use of MTPs.
• Schedules and conducts formal classroom instruction during the work-week.
• Develops educational and training objectives and measurement devices.
• Administers Education, Training and Distance Learning Programs.
• Manages the enlisted training programs for the Group and advises unit training managers with subordinate units.
• Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies DoD, AF, and ANG policies, instructions and guidance by establishing and implementing training plans, policies and procedures.
• Plans, develops, and promotes effective utilization of media resources (examples: multimedia and distance learning).
• Ensures application procedures for officer and enlisted residence Developmental Education (DE) are complete and in accordance with prescribing directives.
• Responsible for the management of military and civilian formal school programs.
• Administers the Air Force Training Course (AFTC).
• Responsible to train personnel to instruct the AFTC as required.
• Serves as focal point for all Career Development Course (CDC) enrollments, reenrollments, waiver requests and two-time CDC failures for the Group and subordinate units.
• Provides guidance and oversight on waivers from assigned units to include: 3, 5 and 7 Skill Level technical school waivers, Time-in-Training waivers, CDC waivers, CDC reenrollments as well as two time CDC failures.
• Acts as the liaison between the group, units and the Force Support Squadron for all reenrollment and waiver requests.
• Evaluates packages for completeness and ensures accuracy and compliance with Higher Headquarters directives and applicable laws.
• Ensures eligibility for reenrollment.
• Provides reenrollment recommendation to Host Wing/Based Education and Training OPR for approval/disapproval based on all requirements being met.
• Notifies the Force Development Office in the event of a two time CDC failure.
• Provides guidance to Unit Training Manager in the assessment of options to be recommended to the Unit Commander.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

How you will be evaluated

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document.

This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents.

If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Data Collection and Analysis, Education and Training Program Administration, and Writing

Documents you must provide

• To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
• This is accomplished by submitting the application.
• There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement.
• Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process.
• We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS.
• Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume".
• Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume: Job Information: - Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
• Personal Information: - Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code). - Country of Citizenship. - If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
• Education: - High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED. - Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code. - Major field(s) of study. - Type and year of degree(s) received.
• If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
• Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions): - Job title. - Duties and accomplishments. - Number of hours per week. - Employer's name and address. - Supervisor's name and phone number. - Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted. - Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year). - Salary.
• Other Qualifications: - Job-related training courses (title and year). - Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.) - Job related certificates and licenses. - Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments.
• (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.

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.

Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.

Additional information

- INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 days' notice. Indefinite employees may be converted to permanent without further competition.

AKNG permanent technician will retain their permanent status if selected for this position, and may be promoted, reassigned or changed to lower grade if selected for this position, and will be required to return to their permanent position unless action is made on a permanent basis.

Permanent authorization may not cross service boundaries, or funding categories, (i.e., ARNG to ANG, or 176th WG to 168th WG). - If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50.

You may submit your most recent performance appraisal. - The National Guard is exempt from the Veterans Preference Act.

Submission of a copy of your DD-214 is not required unless you are hired for technician position. - If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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. - Cost of Living Allowance (COLA): Entitled to 1.49% COLA in addition to base salary, subject to change. - Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

(Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account). - Military Bonuses And Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager (AKARNG - J1 or AKANG - Retention Office) to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.