Training Specialist

Duties

This position is located in the Total Army School System Regiment or Regional Training Institute(RTI). Performs a variety of staff level work to ensure the success of the Department of the Army(DA) training mission requirements based on the Army Program for Individual Training (ARPRINT).

Assists the Training Administrator with the Total Army School System (TASS) in accomplishing command coordinating authority responsibilities. Assists the Training Administrator with various aspects of operations. Reviews data in the Army Training Requirement and Resource System(ATRRS) for appropriate input/output procedures, accuracy and quality assurance. Uses all Training Management Systems such as ATRRS, the Individual Training Requirements Module (ITRM), etc. Ensures that the training institute and TASS organizations adhere to timelines established by the Training Management Life Cycle either through command and control or coordinating authority. Assists in the management the Distance Learning Programs. Knowledge of ATRRS and various automated training management systems is required to obtain statistical data required by the Training Administrator and the staff.

Identifies and implements required modifications of Programs of Instruction (POI) in accordance with regulations and the requirements and situation of the institute. Ensures that training support materials (i.e. training support packages, references, etc.) and training aids are consistent with the POI. Reviews and evaluates training support training aids such as films, video tapes, charts, maps and photographs to ensure their adequacy and consistency with objectives. Assists in the formulation and preparation of training schedules, directives and materials for the mission. Maintains training support material/reference files and obtains updates as necessary. Maintains liaison with the Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) proponent schools, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other TASS organizations to requests training materials and publications to supplement programs. Prepares and issues local instructor guides in accordance with proponent policies and regulations. Ensures preparation of instructors after action reports and critiques. Plans and schedules instructor proficiency classes to help instructors attain certification and maintain their skills. Research regulations regarding individual's participation in training programs.

Serves as primary point of contact on matters relating to approved ARPRINT conducted at the institute. Advises and assists the training administrator by performing research on matters pertaining to courses. Participates in planning and developing training programs. Responds to inquiries regarding admission requirements and procedures necessary for enrollment in scheduled programs. Assists in preparing projected annual training budgets in accordance with requirements of the state and National Guard Bureau. Monitors expenditures and use of man-days to ensure cost effectiveness and conformance to regulations. Calculates expenditures and maintains supporting records. Monitors 702300003 current balance in each budgetary account. Prepares documents for student participation and notifies appropriate command of those students who did not attend training. Ensures that all student records are prepared in accordance with current regulations and distributed for assessment and accreditation. Prepares materials and maintains files for Officer Candidates Schools (OCS) Evaluation and Review boards. Coordinates with the Public Affairs Officer regarding press releases and media coverage of RTI events.

Conducts briefings for various groups and individuals to promote RTI programs. Makes available to units and individuals various publications and recruiting materials. Participates in the preparation and distribution of recruiting materials. Distributes printouts of individuals qualified for OCS to unit commanders. Coordinates support personnel requirements. Coordinates the acquisition and documentation of proponent and POI required equipment, instructional material and general supplies. Maintains statistical data and records in student files. Ensures that files such as test score verification, birth certificates, diplomas, physical examinations, etc., are maintained. Maintains instructional/support files. Ensures that supporting documents for commissioning of Officer Candidates are provided to proper authority. Reviews, evaluates and determines reproduction requirements. Prepares correspondence regarding a variety of issues pertaining to the operation. Assists in the management of environmental programs and regulatory requirements. Prepares the institute's Energy Conservation Program and ensures compliance with conservation directives. Ensures that safety programs are implemented and followed.

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 trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this positions.
• May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.
• You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES:
Enlisted: E5 - E6

COMPATIBLE AND PREFERRED MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 42A, 92Y and 11B

GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
All Series GS-1712 candidates must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for that level. Each applicant must have the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Applicants must have the experiences, education, or training that demonstrates the ability to follow directions, to read, understand, with the ability to retain and recall a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures; and, most importantly for specific positions, must have the competencies (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Behaviors) to translate specific subject's criteria and information into a teaching/training capability.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

• Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s).
• Supervising or administering a training program.
• Development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results.
• Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.

Education

In lieu of specialized experience, the following education is required to qualify for position:

• 1 full year of graduate level education; or
• superior academic achievement

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 ( ).