TRAINING TECHNICIAN

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a TRAINING TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number PDD3024000 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SMSgt Ashley Booker at email ***.

What you will do

• Oversees Group Training Programs and Subordinate Unit Compliance.
• This position serves as the Group Unit Training Manager (UTM) and operates under the direction of the Force Support Squadron (FSS) - Force Development Office (FDO).
• The incumbent acts as the primary advisor to the Group Commander /A-Staff Director on training policy and execution across subordinate units.
• They lead the planning, development, and evaluation of group-wide education and training initiatives, establishing a cohesive training strategy and ensuring compliance through coordination with subordinate or assigned Unit Training Managers (UTMs).
• The incumbent provides policy interpretation, as directed through the FDO, from Headquarters (HQ) and Major Command (MAJCOM) levels, ensuring the seamless integration of these policies into all unit-level training programs.
• Coordinates Career Development Course (CDC) and Upgrade Training Oversight.
• Validates and tracks all CDC actions, waiver requests, and reenrollments from subordinate units.
• Provides guidance and quality assurance of CDC administration across the assigned organizations.
• Oversees Upgrade Training (UGT) status and ensures timely compliance with 36-month reviews and training documentation.
• Acts as liaison between units and Force Support Squadron (FSS), Force Development (FDO) for CDC failures and Wing Commander actions.
• Conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) and Evaluates Unit Training Programs.
• Leads SAVs at each unit within the assigned organizations every 36 to assess compliance and readiness.
• Documents findings identifies training shortfalls and provides written feedback to commanders.
• Tracks corrective actions and provides consultation on policy implementation.
• Consolidates and briefs Group Commander or Director on Training Performance Metrics (TPMs) monthly.
• Manages Formal Schools and Distance Learning Integration.
• Coordinates all formal school allocations and attendance, including 7-level and PME quotas.
• Ensures prerequisite validation and communicates requirements to UTMs. Oversees Distributed Learning programs and equipment management.
• Tracks course material security and scheduling.
• Supports Commander-Level Board Processes and Force Development Initiatives.
• Manages the Professional Development Board submissions.
• Reviews nominations, prepares selection recommendations, and assists in the preparation of board packages.
• Advises applicants and consolidates recommendations for Group Commander or Director action.
• (10%) Performs other duties as assigned.

How you will be evaluated

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Documents you must provide

• Your name and contact information.
• Work Experience section of your resume must include: Name of the organization you worked at.
• Job title you held at the organization.
• Start and end dates for the position (dates must have month and year).
• Bulleted statements regarding duties you performed in the position.
• Be clear and concise in stating your duties, we will not make any assumptions regarding your experience.
• Your bulleted statements should reflect that you have the required specialized experience described in this announcement.
• If your position was in the civil service, include the grade and series for the position.
• If applicable, include TRADITIONAL GUARDSMEN experience.
• Enter your AFSC, bulleted statements of duties, and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
• Education and certificates if applicable.
• Include name of school, degree, or certificate, start and end dates.
• Part-Time, unpaid, volunteer work if applicable.
• Include duties and responsibilities and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
• IMPORTANT: Resumes that exceed 2 pages cannot be considered.
• For additional information regarding resume requirements visit: *** Unofficial Transcripts, if used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

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 (***).

MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.

For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program incentive, the following termination rule applies: Incentive Termination without Recoupment: If you accept an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) position or a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent or Indefinite position after 25 February 2010 where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment.

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