Today
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
Management
Westfield, MA (On-Site/Office)
Duties
(1) Responsible for the centralized command and control, planning, and execution of all wing deployment operations and the distribution of cargo and passengers. The flight is responsible for the execution of AEF Management, Unit Type Code (UTC) Management, In-Garrison Expeditionary Site Planning, and Installation Deployment Planning. The Deployment and Distribution Flight also operates a Deployment Control Center (DCC), Reception Control Center (RCC), and Installation Deployment Readiness Cell (IDRC), as necessary. This flight is responsible for the management of the wing's War Reserve Materiel (WRM) and Support Agreements. Additionally the flight is the single installation transportation authority for planning, managing, and executing the movement of personnel as well as the shipment and receipt for DoD cargo; during day to day and contingency operations.
(2) Exercises direct supervision over subordinate personnel. Exercises independent judgment in directing subordinates, to include assigning responsibilities, providing guidance, and establishing standards of performance. Establishes and explains expected goals and assesses overall performance in reaching these objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design for the staff, as necessary, to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
(3) Recommends and participates in the selection of functional supervisors/employees. Approves leave and work schedules. Sets performance standards and conducts formal and informal appraisals of individual and flight performance. Reviews and evaluates performance indicators. Reviews training requirements, directs accomplishment of the training, and evaluates results. Counsels employees regarding problems and complaints. Resolves informal complaints through discussion and negotiation with employees, supervisors and union representatives, and mediates problems between subordinate flights. Initiates and reviews proposals for disciplinary action, when necessary. Works to achieve the objectives of government-wide policies and programs within the unit, e.g., Equal Employment Opportunity, Labor-Management Relations, etc. Ensures compliance with safety, housekeeping, environmental policies and directives. Reviews/approves reports and records. Ensures periodic reviews are made of position descriptions for currency and accuracy. Organizes and manages all subordinate positions.
(4) Advises the Logistics Readiness Squadron Commander on flight related issues. May act for the squadron commander in his/her absence. Represents the Squadron Commander at senior staff meetings, conferences, etc.
(5) Participates in unit assessments, inspections, installation deployment plans, deployments, disaster preparedness exercises, and Unit Control Center operations required to maintain the highest state of readiness. May be called upon to perform additional duties in support of various programs at the Wing/Group/Squadron level.
(6) Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Military Grades:
OFF: 2Lt to Maj
Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC: Any
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*
AREA OF CONSIDERATION : Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard (MAANG) and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED : This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have I have experience or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems. General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-11, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Such experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work may be qualifying as long as it provided evidence of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) necessary to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Experience of a general clerical nature (typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, or other nonspecialized tasks) is not creditable. Trade or crafts experience appropriate to the position to be filled may be creditable for some positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at 1-year specialized experience or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training which includes identifying activities involving logistical support operations. Experience integrating the actions of a variety of specialized support activities in order to develop a comprehensive logistics plan. Experience monitoring such functions as program planning, resource and fiscal management, training, manpower management, and/or automated data processing to meet the logistics plan. Experience identifying delays or problems and developing corrective actions.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE : Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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.
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019
An employee of an agency may not request, in oral or written form, that an applicant for an appointment to a position in the civil service disclose criminal history record information regarding the applicant before the appointing authority extends a conditional offer to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to an agency within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged non-compliance by an employee of an agency. To file a complaint please and scroll to the bottom of the page for more information.
(1) Responsible for the centralized command and control, planning, and execution of all wing deployment operations and the distribution of cargo and passengers. The flight is responsible for the execution of AEF Management, Unit Type Code (UTC) Management, In-Garrison Expeditionary Site Planning, and Installation Deployment Planning. The Deployment and Distribution Flight also operates a Deployment Control Center (DCC), Reception Control Center (RCC), and Installation Deployment Readiness Cell (IDRC), as necessary. This flight is responsible for the management of the wing's War Reserve Materiel (WRM) and Support Agreements. Additionally the flight is the single installation transportation authority for planning, managing, and executing the movement of personnel as well as the shipment and receipt for DoD cargo; during day to day and contingency operations.
(2) Exercises direct supervision over subordinate personnel. Exercises independent judgment in directing subordinates, to include assigning responsibilities, providing guidance, and establishing standards of performance. Establishes and explains expected goals and assesses overall performance in reaching these objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design for the staff, as necessary, to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
(3) Recommends and participates in the selection of functional supervisors/employees. Approves leave and work schedules. Sets performance standards and conducts formal and informal appraisals of individual and flight performance. Reviews and evaluates performance indicators. Reviews training requirements, directs accomplishment of the training, and evaluates results. Counsels employees regarding problems and complaints. Resolves informal complaints through discussion and negotiation with employees, supervisors and union representatives, and mediates problems between subordinate flights. Initiates and reviews proposals for disciplinary action, when necessary. Works to achieve the objectives of government-wide policies and programs within the unit, e.g., Equal Employment Opportunity, Labor-Management Relations, etc. Ensures compliance with safety, housekeeping, environmental policies and directives. Reviews/approves reports and records. Ensures periodic reviews are made of position descriptions for currency and accuracy. Organizes and manages all subordinate positions.
(4) Advises the Logistics Readiness Squadron Commander on flight related issues. May act for the squadron commander in his/her absence. Represents the Squadron Commander at senior staff meetings, conferences, etc.
(5) Participates in unit assessments, inspections, installation deployment plans, deployments, disaster preparedness exercises, and Unit Control Center operations required to maintain the highest state of readiness. May be called upon to perform additional duties in support of various programs at the Wing/Group/Squadron level.
(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.
- 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.
- Favorable background check is required.
- Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate SECRET clearance for this position.
Military Grades:
OFF: 2Lt to Maj
Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC: Any
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*
AREA OF CONSIDERATION : Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard (MAANG) and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED : This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have I have experience or training involving judgment and/or analytical ability in the logistics field. Experience using computer and automation systems. General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-11, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Such experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work may be qualifying as long as it provided evidence of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) necessary to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Experience of a general clerical nature (typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, or other nonspecialized tasks) is not creditable. Trade or crafts experience appropriate to the position to be filled may be creditable for some positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at 1-year specialized experience or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training which includes identifying activities involving logistical support operations. Experience integrating the actions of a variety of specialized support activities in order to develop a comprehensive logistics plan. Experience monitoring such functions as program planning, resource and fiscal management, training, manpower management, and/or automated data processing to meet the logistics plan. Experience identifying delays or problems and developing corrective actions.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE : Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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.
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019
An employee of an agency may not request, in oral or written form, that an applicant for an appointment to a position in the civil service disclose criminal history record information regarding the applicant before the appointing authority extends a conditional offer to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to an agency within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged non-compliance by an employee of an agency. To file a complaint please and scroll to the bottom of the page for more information.
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