PROGRAM ANALYST (Title 32)

Duties

The organizational location of this position is in the Operations Section at an Air National Guard Civil Engineer Squadron (CES). This is an Air National Guard Dual Status Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the subject matter expert in managing the unit PRIME Base Engineer Emergency Forces (BEEF) and Mobility programs which includes civil engineering (CE) unit activities. This position develops concepts, procedures, and systems necessary to implement the unit PRIME BEEF and Mobility Programs to include Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) deployment/CE management.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Plans, organizes, and manages the day-to-day activities of the civil engineer unit with regards to the PRIME BEEF and mobility programs for critical essential mission requirements. Manages deployment/contingency planning for mission accomplishments. Serves as the subject matter expert and
consultant to the unit commander on all matters pertaining to the availability and management of CE administration and services, and PRIME BEEF and mobility programs impacting the unit. Develops goals and objectives and reviews and revises policies, procedures, mission objectives, and implements quality improvements. Plans work to be accomplished, set and adjusts priorities to meet organization and customer needs. Provides direction and advice regarding operating policies, procedures, and guidelines. Accomplishes CE administrative tasks. Evaluates requirements and balances organizational needs with overall mission requirements and available resources. Reviews available resources (i.e. personnel, equipment) and
maximizes their use in support of the CES. Provides guidance on a range of operating and administrative issues. Identifies deficiencies and develops/implements plans for increasing mission readiness. Ensures the civil engineering unit meets requirements for wartime capability and/or AEF requirements. Identifies need for change in priorities and implements changes. Makes decisions on work issues and initiates necessary actions.
Takes action to address and/or resolve daily operating problems/issues. Plans, efficiently organizes, and effectively manages the civil engineer administrative, PRIME BEEF, and mobility activities in compliance with guidance.

Manages the PRIME BEEF and Mobility programs for the CE unit. Evaluates the effectiveness of PRIME BEEF and mobility programs for the unit. Analyzes data and reports. Provides advice and technical guidance in all areas related to PRIME BEEF and Mobility. Reviews/approves and maintains a current file of PRIME BEEF and mobility plans. Prepares the unit for rapid deployment in support of plans for mobility, contingency, wartime operations, operations security, emergency response, support plans and programs, and exercises which provide training for unit members. Provides required support for all aspects of the Fire Protection Program to include O&M and RPA funding, equipment acquisition, equipment maintenance, protective clothing/devices, training aides, and PRIME BEEF and Mobility requirements.

Procures, stores, and maintains mobility equipment and home station training equipment as required by specific Equipment and Supply Listing (ESL), and Allowance Source Codes (ASC). Manages unit deployable and home station equipment and supply program to include requisitions, inventories, turn-in and repair and maintenance of mobility equipment, tool kits, mobility bags, ammunition and home station training equipment. Directs and implements weapons, scheduled maintenance and serviceability checks of mobility equipment and Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) items IAW directives.

Performs work for the planning and management of the administrative budget and related financial documents. Develops projected financial requirements based on previous funding records, surveys of supervisors or program managers and knowledge of internal operational requirements (i.e., mandatory NG Technician or military training; equipment upgrades or maintenance needs, etc). Reviews and analyzes resource management, supply system, and general accounting system reports to monitor expenditures, correct discrepancies and revise requirements. Compiles and submits financial data used in a variety of financial analyses reports.

Establishes and develops training programs and classes for PRIME BEEF, OJT and wartime task training. Analyzes and schedules required training to insure unit fulfills requirements in accordance with directives. Evaluates training needs and coordinates with host base civil engineer office to determine projects available for accomplishment during Unit Training Assembly and annual tours. Directs and coordinates acquisition of supplies and materials to accomplish work projects.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• 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 trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• This position may be designated mission essential based on local conditions. Mission essential personnel report for duty at normal times when the unit is closed or delayed reporting, and remain on-duty during phased or early release.
• May occasionally be directed to work other than normal duty hours.
• May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle; if so, an appropriate valid driver's license is mandatory.
• May be required to wear special protective clothing such as coats, boots, vests, gas masks, and/or helmets and may be exposed to high levels of noise such as aircraft engines.
• Upon accepting this position, the employee may be required to serve up to a two-year probationary period.
• 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.
• For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES : E-5 through E-7

GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical, or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes, and principles of management. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.

Strong general knowledge of civil engineering and fire protection methods and procedures.

Good general knowledge of CE Prime BEEF management and mobility programs, SORTS, Fire Protection, HAZMAT, Logistics, and associated programs.

Knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures, and skill in evaluating related operations.

Skill in oral and written communications to prepare and present briefings, coordinates planning efforts, and manages program activities.

Knowledge in Rapid Runway Repair (RRR), Bomb Damage Repair (BDR), and force beddown for wartime operations.

Knowledge of clerical and administrative methods and procedures.

Education

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience 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 ( ).

This position may be eligible for Union Membership.