UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER

About the role

This National Guard position is for a UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER, Position Description Number D3022000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.

What you will do

• As a UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER, GS-0301-9, this position is located within an Air National Guard (ANG) Force Support Squadron, Commanders Support Staff (CSS).
• The purpose of the position is to function as the Unit Deployment Manager (UDM), responsible for executing, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of personnel and equipment readiness and deployment planning in support of Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) requirements.
• Deployment Planning and Execution: Plans, organizes, and oversee all unit-level deployment activities.
• Configures and maintains functional Unit Type Codes (UTCs) as postured by MAJCOM Functional Area Managers (FAMs) using authorized unit resources.
• Notifies the Installation Deployment Officer (IDO) and MAJCOM FAM of UTC shortfalls due to manpower or equipment changes.
• Monitors UTC/UMD alignment and notifies leadership of mismatches.
• Develops workload mitigation plans to maximize deployable capability.
• Reviews deployment documents to identify personnel and equipment taskings.
• Executes deployment operations on behalf of the unit commander and supports base mobility exercises.
• Coordinates Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) taskings through the Installation Deployment Readiness Center (IDRC) and submits personnel named.
• Validates personnel eligibility based on DAV codes, clearances, AFSC, skill levels, and Component Remark Codes.
• Ensures compliance with UTC Mission Capability (MISCAP) Statements and submits shortfalls with documentation as required.
• Works with unit personnel to tailor packages for contingency and exercise deployments.
• Uses Logistics Module (LOGMOD) to track unit status.
• Schedules deployment/redeployment processing with the Installation Personnel Readiness (IPR) office and ensures smooth personnel flow.
• Supports communications during deployment.
• Maintains deployment equipment readiness.
• Coordinates movement with IDO and Traffic Management Flight for AFFORGEN taskings.
• May manage and operate the Unit Deployment Control Center (UDCC) during exercises or contingencies.
• Readiness Tracking and Reporting: Performs analysis activities.
• Establishes metrics and systems to assess deployment efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance.
• Analyzes combat capability through training, equipment, manning, and leadership evaluations.
• Reviews data to identify deficiencies and takes corrective action.
• Manages unit readiness reporting through the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS).
• Assists the unit commander with DRRS resource and capability assessments and Unit Type Code (UTC) assessments in Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES).
• Verifies the commander's monthly submissions.
• Takes corrective action on any Authoritative Data Source discrepancies affecting readiness assessments.
• Postures UMD billets to UTC positions in DCAPES.
• Recommends and corrects AFFORGEN Employment Force Indicator (AEFI) codes.
• Supports MAJCOM FAMs in UTC validation and reports unit capability status.
• Evaluates UTC package composition and recommends changes based on unit capability.
• Provides readiness trend data and analysis to leadership.
• Personnel Deployment Readiness: Ensures unit members and deployable equipment maintain a constant state of readiness.
• Verifies that personnel meet Air Force, Combatant Command, and theater-specific deployment requirements.
• Manages unit deployment operations in coordination with the Installation Deployment Readiness Center.
• Identifies and tracks pre-deployment requirements, including Component Remark Codes (CRCs) and Foreign Clearance Guide actions.
• Monitors readiness using the AFFORGEN-Connect Commanders Toolkit and Military Personnel Data System.
• Maintains electronic Deployment Readiness Checklists (e-DRCs) and Air Force Deployment Folders (e-AFDFs).
• Conducts reviews and ensures checklist accuracy.
• Trains personnel on e-DRC/e-AFDF use and verify AFFORGEN-Connect account creation.
• Identifies and tracks pre-deployment training such as RAT, RTA, CBRN, weapons qualifications, and work center-specific certifications (e.g., Classified Courier, Deployed Custodian).
• Coordinates DAV waivers and medical readiness.
• Ensures ISOPREP completion and PRMS entry prior to departure.
• UTC Management : Provides technical guidance to leadership on unit deployment capabilities.
• Advises the commander on tasking response, shortfall mitigation, and application of deployment policies.
• Interprets Joint, Air Force, and MAJCOM planning guidance and briefs leadership on applicable requirements.
• Coordinates unit personnel readiness data and reporting inputs.
• Performs Other Duties as Assigned. *The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties.
• For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.

Education

TO QUALIFY ON EDUCATION ALONE: A Masters degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire.

Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Documents you must provide

• Detailed resume (2 page maximum) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
• Supporting documentation that show you meet the military rank and AFSC requirements if necessary.
• Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary.
• The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation: Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, License, OF-306, Form DD369 Police Record Check, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript RESUME REMINDER - Your 2 page resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Duties (be as detailed as possible), Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2021), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week), and Series and Grade (applicable for all Federal positions you have held).
• Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail.
• Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience.
• Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications.
• To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title.
• If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy.
• We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
• Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.

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.

If you have any additional questions, please contact HR personnel listed below. Mr. Edward Chitwood Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3303 *** Mrs. Emma Prosser Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3308 *** Mr. Brandon Webb Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3053 ***

Additional information

The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions: Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO).

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 (***).