Quality assurance specialist
Company Name:
Department of Defense
ALBAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for merit promotion or appointment without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your States and your community!
This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group. The primary purpose of this position is to establish and execute a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems, munitions, equipment, products or supporting processes conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements. The overall objective is to ensure that quality considerations are addressed and requirements achieved for all aircraft maintenance work and support functions to ensure end items perform as intended with reliability. Serves as the primary technical advisory process in the maintenance organization designed to assist maintenance managers. Serves as the Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) for the planning, implementation and execution of a quality assurance program that includes the full range of quality principles, concepts, inspection techniques, surveillance and evaluations related to quality assurance functional programs of all assigned aircraft, aircraft components, aerospace ground equipment, electronic equipment & systems, armament, munitions, engines, associated systems and maintenance personnel from numerous job series, and maintenance disciplines.
EXCEPTED POSITION: Alabama Air National Guard membership is required.POSITION STATUS: NON-MERITLOCATION: 187TH FW, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: CMSgt J. TADLOCK
Must be U.S. Citizen. Must maintain AL Air Guard Membership for continued employment. Minimum Military Rank: TSgt; Maximum Military Rank: MSgt Compatible Military Assignment: AFSC: 2AXXX, 2WXXX Must possess or be able to obtain Security Clearance. Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is mandatory.
ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Alabama Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Alabama Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD POSITION:
AREA 1: All permanent Alabama Air National Guard civilian excepted technicians currently employed.
AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members of the Alabama Air National Guard.
AREA 3: All U.S. citizens eligible for membership in the Alabama Air National Guard.
(1) Coordinates with Aircraft Maintenance Group (MXG) supervisors to determine eTechnical Order (e-O) and eTool requirements; and, ensures all electronic tools are utilized to their maximum capacity.
(2) Manages Technical Order inspections within the MXG. Ensures current technical manuals in various media are available for use by end-users at all times.
(3) Provides full expertise in the use of the Enhanced Technical Information Management System (ETIMS), Integrated Information Management System (IMIS), Interactive Electronic Technical Manual Systems (IETMS), and Automated Computer Identification Numbering System (ACPINS); as well as, required hardware and software applications to sustain each system.
(4) Ensures all local tech data is processed and assigned with a specific number IAW Technical Order 00-5-1. Develops and maintains supplemental electronic Technical Order (TO) Libraries and fully populates eTools with applications and manuals required for use at the point of maintenance.
(5) Develops local Operating Instructions (OIs) and checklists to ensure technical data is annually inspected for currency and inspected each time the parent tech data is updated. Ensures documentation is maintained IAW applicable regulations.
(6) Upon the availability of eTools for use by end-users, ensures paper TO subscriptions are deleted IAW current Air Force and AFRIMS regulations. Develops program inspection checklists IAW current regulations.
(7) Performs Electronic Technical Orders (eTools) setups IAW TO 00-5-3, Certification LDAP Functional User Guide (FUG), Command Technology C2
Administrator Guide, and Master/Slave FUG. Requests certificates and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) accounts for the Master eTool.
(8) Installs all applications required for the full functionality of eTools. Installs local technical data within TO viewer on all eTools to include applicable supplements.
(9) Performs setup synchronization schedules on eTools. Ensures master is synching to the Global Command Support System (GCSS -AF) utilizing the administrative website. Troubleshoots eTools when synchronization is not working; and, ensures slave eTools are synching with the master eTool utilizing authorized software tools. Troubleshoots system errors IAW ETIMS/GCSS-AF tech order eTool installation procedures.
(10) Ensures all eTools are connected to the network by checking Directory Resource Administration (DRA). Monitors, manages, and repairs eTool configurations to ensure that systems receive NOSC updates. Checks the run advertised program to fix/run any errors. Interfaces with applications and hardware call warranty centers for support. Installs QA specific programs such as JEDMICS Lucent Viewer, Weight and Balance database, QuAD database, TcMax, downloads CPINS from the ESDS web site.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
GENERAL
Experience: Experience, education, or training involving planning, developing, or administering quality assurance programs (i.e., supporting the development, acquisition, production, use, maintenance, storage, and supply of products concerned with the systematic prevention of defects and non-conformances, the identification of unsatisfactory trends and conditions, and the correction of factors which may contribute to defective items). Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED
Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience , education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of product or range of products involved, the manufacturing methods and techniques, special processes, test and performance requirements; and skill in developing plans and programs. Experience possessed by an expert in the area of specialization able to give technical direction to otherwise competent workers. Experience determining operations when difficult and questionable phases of malfunctions are found. Experience which required significant and concrete work accomplishments (i.e. special projects, working groups, or detailing assignments) involving interpersonal contacts in a quality assurance or related field. Experience in dealing with management principles and supervisory responsibility for the function required by type of position to be filled and the organization involved.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of assigned aircraft and complex aircraft systems to include but not limited to electronic equipment and systems, manual and automatic flight controls, airframe, landing gear, pneudraulics, jet engine propulsion and associated systems, Aerospace Ground Equipment, Support equipment, and related test equipment.
2. Knowledge of munitions storage methods, procedures, and techniques to determine storage location based on condition code, compatibility, and security requirements.
3. Knowledge of the techniques, documentation, and equipment used in the examination, classification, and maintenance of munitions assets and their components.
4. Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the entire maintenance quality assurance program to include the full range of principles, concepts and methodology and the establishment of procedures for monitoring the quality of products in a maintenance environment.
5. Broad knowledge of the practices, policies and procedures of related functional and administrative activities such as Technical Order Distribution Office (TODO), logistics maintenance support functions, contract administration and coordination of CLS or CFT, engineering disposition requests, maintenance production, procurement, supply support, munitions storage etc. and skill in effecting appropriate interface/coordination of quality assurance plans and programs and evaluations with these activities. Broad knowledge of the TCTO and QDR process and the interface/coordination with depot engineering and supply process.
6. Thorough knowledge of the Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP).
7. Broad knowledge of end items, systems, including quality characteristics and working knowledge of manufacturing methods, special processes and the interrelationship of various parts. Working knowledge of systems, subsystems and end item components and the functional relationships among components and subsystems, and test and measurement techniques.
8. Broad knowledge of Higher Headquarters regulations and instructions, PDM work specifications, local directives including Quality Plans, Technical Orders, Military Specifications, and International Commercial Practices such as ISO 9000.
9. Comprehensive knowledge of inspection and evaluation techniques, statistical methods, mathematics, production management, industrial management, and database management skills to perform root cause, deficiency, and trend analysis. Analyses are used to validate and update Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), frequency changes to Routine Inspection Lists (RILs), and recommendations for corrective maintenance practice action.
10. Broad knowledge of the body of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relating to aircraft maintenance, ground, explosive & flight safety, occupational health and environmental compliance. Ability to use this knowledge to develop an evaluation plan and prevention effort to minimize risk and prevent damage to equipment, structures, weapons systems, or injury to personnel.
11. Skill in applying this knowledge to the identification of quality problems and resolving the difficult and complex work assignments. Skill to plan and conduct studies, analyze performance and quality data and to develop sound recommendations for correction of quality system deficiencies.
12. Ability to conduct technical reviews, analyze findings and develop recommendations for corrections or improvements in the quality assurance program. Ability to prepare technical reports on quality levels, to identify specific problem areas and to recommend corrective action.
13. Ability to communicate effectively through written and oral presentations. Skill and ability to work effectively in stressful situations and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all levels within the organization. Ability to plan and successfully complete individual projects and/or larger projects.
14. Skill in using various computer and software applications to include but not limited to: word processing programs, spreadsheets, email services, databases and database management. Substitution of Education for Specialized
Experience: A maximum of 12 months of the reqSubstitution of Education for Specialized
Experience: A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been directly related such as production management, business management statistics, industrial technology, engineering, or a discipline directly related to the specialization involved in the career pattern in the position to be filled.
TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION AS SUBSTITUTION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All applications will be considered regardless of AFSC. Incumbent will be required to be assigned to and qualify in a compatible military position. The selected individual may be required to attend formal technical school training in a military status.
Compatible Military Assignment: AFSC: 2AXXX, 2WXXX Applicants do not have to possess this AFSC to be certified as qualified.
MILITARY GRADE: Only applicants in the military grade listed below will be considered. Please include your military grade on your resume.
Minimum Military Rank/Grade: TSgt Maximum Military Rank/Grade: MSgt Individuals exceeding the maximum military grade are required to submit a letter along with resume agreeing to a military demotion if selected. This statement of understanding is required for basic qualification.
Other Requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
This position requires a Secret security clearance. The applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND/FAX/COURIER/EMAIL ANY APPLICATIONS OR RESUMES TO THE ALABAMA NATIONAL GUARD HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE. To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line or fax your application to the fax number listed on this announcement with the prescribed Cover Letter. The Human Resources Office can only process materials received through USA Jobs. Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. 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 rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide both of the following parts:
1. Your responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire, and
2. Your resume and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will not be considered for this position.
You may use the Online Qualifications Questionnaire for convenience and quickest processing.
(Here is a link for aiding you in building your USA-Jobs Resume):
Option A: Online Qualifications Questionnaire
Tips for using the Online Qualifications Questionnaire:
You must click both Finish and Submit when you are done. Your Online Qualifications Questionnaire is not processed - and your r sum is not attached - until you click the Submit button, even if USAJOBS says it sent your r sum .
You can upload or fax supporting documents after you Submit the Online Qualifications Questionnaire.
You must complete the entire process by 12:00 a.m. (midnight) Eastern Standard Time of the closing date: Tuesday, January 06, 2015 / Vacancy Identification Number: 1275719
If you Submit more than one Qualifications Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one Submitted is the one that is used. Therefore, it is important for you to complete it in its entirety.
To begin your Online Qualifications Questionnaire, choose one of these options:
If your r sum is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your r sum will be attached only to the Online Qualifications Questionnaire you complete and Submit from this session, not to any Questionnaires you may already have Saved or Submitted.
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not practical for you to use the Online Qualifications Questionnaire, you can write your answers on paper. Follow these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at - after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.
If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, you do not need a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly. The fax number is . Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
For this job announcement, the following documents are required:
Current Resume (list your duties/responsibilities related to the qualifying experience listed above)
Qualification Questionnaire (On-line or OPM Form 1203-FX)
Transcripts (Required if using education to substitute for experience)Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Instructions for completing the OPM 1203-FX If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
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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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department of Defense
ALBAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for merit promotion or appointment without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your States and your community!
This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group. The primary purpose of this position is to establish and execute a planned systematic approach of quality assurance for all areas of aircraft maintenance, designed to provide the maintenance managers confidence that aircraft, aircraft systems, munitions, equipment, products or supporting processes conform to technical, safety, work load and customer requirements. The overall objective is to ensure that quality considerations are addressed and requirements achieved for all aircraft maintenance work and support functions to ensure end items perform as intended with reliability. Serves as the primary technical advisory process in the maintenance organization designed to assist maintenance managers. Serves as the Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) for the planning, implementation and execution of a quality assurance program that includes the full range of quality principles, concepts, inspection techniques, surveillance and evaluations related to quality assurance functional programs of all assigned aircraft, aircraft components, aerospace ground equipment, electronic equipment & systems, armament, munitions, engines, associated systems and maintenance personnel from numerous job series, and maintenance disciplines.
EXCEPTED POSITION: Alabama Air National Guard membership is required.POSITION STATUS: NON-MERITLOCATION: 187TH FW, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: CMSgt J. TADLOCK
Must be U.S. Citizen. Must maintain AL Air Guard Membership for continued employment. Minimum Military Rank: TSgt; Maximum Military Rank: MSgt Compatible Military Assignment: AFSC: 2AXXX, 2WXXX Must possess or be able to obtain Security Clearance. Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is mandatory.
ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Alabama Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Alabama Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS ALABAMA AIR NATIONAL GUARD POSITION:
AREA 1: All permanent Alabama Air National Guard civilian excepted technicians currently employed.
AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members of the Alabama Air National Guard.
AREA 3: All U.S. citizens eligible for membership in the Alabama Air National Guard.
(1) Coordinates with Aircraft Maintenance Group (MXG) supervisors to determine eTechnical Order (e-O) and eTool requirements; and, ensures all electronic tools are utilized to their maximum capacity.
(2) Manages Technical Order inspections within the MXG. Ensures current technical manuals in various media are available for use by end-users at all times.
(3) Provides full expertise in the use of the Enhanced Technical Information Management System (ETIMS), Integrated Information Management System (IMIS), Interactive Electronic Technical Manual Systems (IETMS), and Automated Computer Identification Numbering System (ACPINS); as well as, required hardware and software applications to sustain each system.
(4) Ensures all local tech data is processed and assigned with a specific number IAW Technical Order 00-5-1. Develops and maintains supplemental electronic Technical Order (TO) Libraries and fully populates eTools with applications and manuals required for use at the point of maintenance.
(5) Develops local Operating Instructions (OIs) and checklists to ensure technical data is annually inspected for currency and inspected each time the parent tech data is updated. Ensures documentation is maintained IAW applicable regulations.
(6) Upon the availability of eTools for use by end-users, ensures paper TO subscriptions are deleted IAW current Air Force and AFRIMS regulations. Develops program inspection checklists IAW current regulations.
(7) Performs Electronic Technical Orders (eTools) setups IAW TO 00-5-3, Certification LDAP Functional User Guide (FUG), Command Technology C2
Administrator Guide, and Master/Slave FUG. Requests certificates and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) accounts for the Master eTool.
(8) Installs all applications required for the full functionality of eTools. Installs local technical data within TO viewer on all eTools to include applicable supplements.
(9) Performs setup synchronization schedules on eTools. Ensures master is synching to the Global Command Support System (GCSS -AF) utilizing the administrative website. Troubleshoots eTools when synchronization is not working; and, ensures slave eTools are synching with the master eTool utilizing authorized software tools. Troubleshoots system errors IAW ETIMS/GCSS-AF tech order eTool installation procedures.
(10) Ensures all eTools are connected to the network by checking Directory Resource Administration (DRA). Monitors, manages, and repairs eTool configurations to ensure that systems receive NOSC updates. Checks the run advertised program to fix/run any errors. Interfaces with applications and hardware call warranty centers for support. Installs QA specific programs such as JEDMICS Lucent Viewer, Weight and Balance database, QuAD database, TcMax, downloads CPINS from the ESDS web site.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
GENERAL
Experience: Experience, education, or training involving planning, developing, or administering quality assurance programs (i.e., supporting the development, acquisition, production, use, maintenance, storage, and supply of products concerned with the systematic prevention of defects and non-conformances, the identification of unsatisfactory trends and conditions, and the correction of factors which may contribute to defective items). Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED
Experience: Must have at least 36 months experience , education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of product or range of products involved, the manufacturing methods and techniques, special processes, test and performance requirements; and skill in developing plans and programs. Experience possessed by an expert in the area of specialization able to give technical direction to otherwise competent workers. Experience determining operations when difficult and questionable phases of malfunctions are found. Experience which required significant and concrete work accomplishments (i.e. special projects, working groups, or detailing assignments) involving interpersonal contacts in a quality assurance or related field. Experience in dealing with management principles and supervisory responsibility for the function required by type of position to be filled and the organization involved.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of assigned aircraft and complex aircraft systems to include but not limited to electronic equipment and systems, manual and automatic flight controls, airframe, landing gear, pneudraulics, jet engine propulsion and associated systems, Aerospace Ground Equipment, Support equipment, and related test equipment.
2. Knowledge of munitions storage methods, procedures, and techniques to determine storage location based on condition code, compatibility, and security requirements.
3. Knowledge of the techniques, documentation, and equipment used in the examination, classification, and maintenance of munitions assets and their components.
4. Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the entire maintenance quality assurance program to include the full range of principles, concepts and methodology and the establishment of procedures for monitoring the quality of products in a maintenance environment.
5. Broad knowledge of the practices, policies and procedures of related functional and administrative activities such as Technical Order Distribution Office (TODO), logistics maintenance support functions, contract administration and coordination of CLS or CFT, engineering disposition requests, maintenance production, procurement, supply support, munitions storage etc. and skill in effecting appropriate interface/coordination of quality assurance plans and programs and evaluations with these activities. Broad knowledge of the TCTO and QDR process and the interface/coordination with depot engineering and supply process.
6. Thorough knowledge of the Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP).
7. Broad knowledge of end items, systems, including quality characteristics and working knowledge of manufacturing methods, special processes and the interrelationship of various parts. Working knowledge of systems, subsystems and end item components and the functional relationships among components and subsystems, and test and measurement techniques.
8. Broad knowledge of Higher Headquarters regulations and instructions, PDM work specifications, local directives including Quality Plans, Technical Orders, Military Specifications, and International Commercial Practices such as ISO 9000.
9. Comprehensive knowledge of inspection and evaluation techniques, statistical methods, mathematics, production management, industrial management, and database management skills to perform root cause, deficiency, and trend analysis. Analyses are used to validate and update Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), frequency changes to Routine Inspection Lists (RILs), and recommendations for corrective maintenance practice action.
10. Broad knowledge of the body of laws, regulations, policies and procedures relating to aircraft maintenance, ground, explosive & flight safety, occupational health and environmental compliance. Ability to use this knowledge to develop an evaluation plan and prevention effort to minimize risk and prevent damage to equipment, structures, weapons systems, or injury to personnel.
11. Skill in applying this knowledge to the identification of quality problems and resolving the difficult and complex work assignments. Skill to plan and conduct studies, analyze performance and quality data and to develop sound recommendations for correction of quality system deficiencies.
12. Ability to conduct technical reviews, analyze findings and develop recommendations for corrections or improvements in the quality assurance program. Ability to prepare technical reports on quality levels, to identify specific problem areas and to recommend corrective action.
13. Ability to communicate effectively through written and oral presentations. Skill and ability to work effectively in stressful situations and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all levels within the organization. Ability to plan and successfully complete individual projects and/or larger projects.
14. Skill in using various computer and software applications to include but not limited to: word processing programs, spreadsheets, email services, databases and database management. Substitution of Education for Specialized
Experience: A maximum of 12 months of the reqSubstitution of Education for Specialized
Experience: A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours for 12 months of experience. The education must have been directly related such as production management, business management statistics, industrial technology, engineering, or a discipline directly related to the specialization involved in the career pattern in the position to be filled.
TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION AS SUBSTITUTION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All applications will be considered regardless of AFSC. Incumbent will be required to be assigned to and qualify in a compatible military position. The selected individual may be required to attend formal technical school training in a military status.
Compatible Military Assignment: AFSC: 2AXXX, 2WXXX Applicants do not have to possess this AFSC to be certified as qualified.
MILITARY GRADE: Only applicants in the military grade listed below will be considered. Please include your military grade on your resume.
Minimum Military Rank/Grade: TSgt Maximum Military Rank/Grade: MSgt Individuals exceeding the maximum military grade are required to submit a letter along with resume agreeing to a military demotion if selected. This statement of understanding is required for basic qualification.
Other Requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
This position requires a Secret security clearance. The applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND/FAX/COURIER/EMAIL ANY APPLICATIONS OR RESUMES TO THE ALABAMA NATIONAL GUARD HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE. To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line or fax your application to the fax number listed on this announcement with the prescribed Cover Letter. The Human Resources Office can only process materials received through USA Jobs. Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. 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 rating.
To apply for this position, you must provide both of the following parts:
1. Your responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire, and
2. Your resume and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will not be considered for this position.
You may use the Online Qualifications Questionnaire for convenience and quickest processing.
(Here is a link for aiding you in building your USA-Jobs Resume):
Option A: Online Qualifications Questionnaire
Tips for using the Online Qualifications Questionnaire:
You must click both Finish and Submit when you are done. Your Online Qualifications Questionnaire is not processed - and your r sum is not attached - until you click the Submit button, even if USAJOBS says it sent your r sum .
You can upload or fax supporting documents after you Submit the Online Qualifications Questionnaire.
You must complete the entire process by 12:00 a.m. (midnight) Eastern Standard Time of the closing date: Tuesday, January 06, 2015 / Vacancy Identification Number: 1275719
If you Submit more than one Qualifications Questionnaire for this position, the most recent one Submitted is the one that is used. Therefore, it is important for you to complete it in its entirety.
To begin your Online Qualifications Questionnaire, choose one of these options:
If your r sum is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your r sum will be attached only to the Online Qualifications Questionnaire you complete and Submit from this session, not to any Questionnaires you may already have Saved or Submitted.
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not practical for you to use the Online Qualifications Questionnaire, you can write your answers on paper. Follow these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at - after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.
If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, you do not need a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly. The fax number is . Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
For this job announcement, the following documents are required:
Current Resume (list your duties/responsibilities related to the qualifying experience listed above)
Qualification Questionnaire (On-line or OPM Form 1203-FX)
Transcripts (Required if using education to substitute for experience)Your document(s) can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or by fax. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Instructions for completing the OPM 1203-FX If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Main site for new federal employees:
Flexible Spending Accounts: This Program allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit:
Health Insurance: The FEHB Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit:
Leave: Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit:
Life Insurance: The FEGLI Program offers Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit:
Long Term Care Insurance: The FLTCIP provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit:
Retirement Program: Almost all new employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For additional information visit:
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.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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