Job Title: MOBILIZATION PLANS SPECIALIST

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a MOBILIZATION PLANS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D0623000 and is part of the ME DCSOPS, National Guard.

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Overview
Accepting applications

Open & closing dates
02/28/2024 to 04/11/2024

Salary
$72,553 - $94,317 per year

Pay scale & grade
GS 11

Location
1 vacancy in the following location:

Augusta, ME 1 vacancy Remote job
No

Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required
Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed
No

Appointment type
Temporary - INDEFINITE

Work schedule
Full-time -

Service
Excepted

Promotion potential
11

Job family (Series)
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program

Supervisory status
No

Security clearance
Secret

Drug test
No

Announcement number
ME-12333198-AF-24-042

Control number
778848800

This job is open to

Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.

National Guard & reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Area I: All qualified permanent and indefinite MEARNG Officer Technicians, (O3 & Below), and Warrant Officer CW5 & Below) who apply. AREA II: All qualified MEARNG Officers, (O3 & Below), and Warrant Officer CW5 & Below) personnel who apply.

Duties
This position is located in the Army National Guard (ARNG) State Area Command
(STARC) Headquarters, Plans, Operations and Training Office (POT0), Mobilization
Readiness Branch. The purpose of this position is to serve as a Mobilization Plans
Specialist to develop plans, coordinate preparations for mobilization and the deployment
of available ARNG units. b. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (1) Analyzes the war plan missions assigned to the state's units and evaluates the capability of those units to meet requirements considering mobilization capability, readiness and other factors. Takes action to recommend mission changes or corrective measures when the mission is inappropriate. Researches mobilization planning problems and provides commanders and staff with advisory services. Determines the need to develop a specific mobilization plan, special report or to conduct a study. Analyzes force structure changes for impact on the state and unit mobilization plans. Recommends changes. (2) Analyzes United States Forces Command (FORSCOM) Mobilization and Deployment Planning System (FORMDEPS) directives to ensure STARC and unit compliance with established mobilization requiremente contained in these documents. Is responsible for actions with respect to mobilization planning to include review and analyeis of higher headquarters (HQs) plans and directives and the development of policy guidance and implementing directives to subordinate units. Develops, analyzes, and updates mobilization plans and projects from conception to completion. Assembles and analyzes mobilization data. Makes commitments regarding mobilization within delegated authority. Submits reports to National Guard Bureau (NGB), Continental United States Army (CONUSA), military installations, and the Governor on National Guard (NG) involvement and mission requirements. Is responsible for consolidation of actions required to develop and maintain a command and control structure for mobilized ARNG units. Accomplishes planning and coordination needed to alert and mobilized ARNG units. Coordinates with the Defense Movement Coordinator (DMC) for movement of ARNG units from home station to mobilization station. Coordinates with the Mobilization Stations to develop methodology and procedures for reception and deployment validation of ARNG units. Provides mobilization planning assistance to the state staff and subordinate HQs staff and units. Reviews and approves Post Mobilization Training and Support Requirements (PTSRs). Submits approved PTSRs to CONUSA or in the case of the noncontiguous states to the mobilization station. (3) Coordinates the Army CAPSTONE Program with peacetime and wartime chain of command. Analyzes and reviews the FORSCOM CAPSTONE program for accuracy of information impacting on the command. Coordinates CAPSTONE data and provides recommendations and changes based on geographic location, peacetime command and control requirements and structure consideration. (4) Ensures the Mobilization Exercise Program is effective, sensitive to state specific missions and needs, and is coherently organized for effective implementation. Makes recommendations to the MRO on the planning, programming and execution of mobilization exercise funds. Coordinates with NGB and CONUSA, or other wartime higher HQs as applicable in planning for exercise. Is the staff point of contact (POC) for mobilization exercise coordination. Develops operations plans required for the implementation of Joint Chiefs of Staff mobilization exercises. Analyzes
after action reports. Identifies systemic deficiencies. Recommends corrective action to the MRO. Coordinates corrective missions. Prepares and publishes mobilization lessons learned. (5) Acts as the mobilization POC for the Reserve Component Automation System (RCAS), coordinates staff studies and actions. Represents the state at NGB, US FORSCOM, and other General Officer and Major Command mobilization and deployment conferences as required. Prepares and conducts instructions on mobilization preparedness and planning as required. Represents the Adjutant General on Joint Regional Resource Committee as required. Provides input concerning state military capabilities and requirements to the appropriate Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region and appropriate state agencies as required. Serves aa a member of the state Readiness Committee or Council. Coordinates meetings and conferences with various units on mobilization plans. Prepares agenda, coordinates with staff and conducts workshops on mobilization plans. Prepares briefings, fact sheets and information papers as required. Assists in developing, coordinating and conducting state and unit mobilization station coordination conferences. (6) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Qualifications

**This is a position with INDEFINITE Tenure. Position may be Terminated at any time with a 30-Day Notice. Position may convert to Permanent without future competition**

Military Grades: Officer O3 & Below, Warrant Officer CW5 & Below

Compatible Military Assignments: OFF BR: 01A, 88A, 90A, 91A, 92A
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of the principles of organization, management, and administration.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 36 months experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations.

Education
If you are using Education to qualify for this position,

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.

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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. Knowledge of the organization and structure of the Maine Army National Guard.

2. Ability to formulate and execute long range plans and programs.

3. Skill in oral and written communication

4. Knowledge of the organization and structure of the Maine Army National Guard.

5. Skill in coordinating with outside agencies (i.e. NGB, other States).

6. Skill in producing and reviewing OPLANS.

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

It is highly suggested that applicants address the General and Specialized Experience required of the position within their resume or on a separate document. All information provided during the application process will be verified. Failure to address all General and Specialized Experience requirements may result in non-selection for an interview.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.