SECURITY SPECIALIST (TRAINING SPECIALIST)

Duties

As a SECURITY SPECIALIST (TRAINING SPECIALIST), GS-0080-09, you will serve as the subject matter expert in managing the Security Forces Squadron program to include Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) deployments, formal training programs, and readiness and emergency management. Provides guidance and recommendations to the squadron commander on all aspects of SF programs for military personnel management, budget and management analysis, training, and training resources for drill-status personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• KANSAS 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 within one year of appointment.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) 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
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND OPM PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK"
• Must pass initial formal law enforcement training school as determined by functional (NGB/A7S).
• Must undergo initial and periodic job compatibility assessments. Must obtain and maintain current required certifications in self-aid buddy care and first-aid.
• Upon selection, this position will require the completion of AF Instructor Methodology Course and other approved principle of instruction course approved by functional manager.
• The position is designated for drug testing.
• The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle and an appropriate, valid driver's license will be required.
• The incumbent may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E5 through E6

GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Experience, education or training in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately. Able to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting technical material. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, using presentation and report formats. Demonstrated ability to follow directions, to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures. Learned ability to assess the surrounding environment to recognize immediate risk levels.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Musthave 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Knowledge and understanding of Air Force, National Guard, and organizational structure, missions, and responsibilities. Knowledge of Security Forces (SF) reports and analysis of functions of information, industrial, and personnel security concepts, principles, and practices to participate in the planning and implementation of security training programs in these areas. Ability to establish effective working relationships with SF branch and section chiefs, contributing to a cooperative work environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. Ability to instruct training courses in a classroom seminar setting.

ANG QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify for the National Guard Dual Status Series 0080, GS-09, the incumbent must have at least 24-months experience, education, or training in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling installation and law enforcement activities. The incumbent must have experience providing training in areas related to this position and analyzing reports of investigations and maintaining security records.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: No special physical effort or ability is required to perform the work. Typically the work is performed while sitting; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving a vehicle, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is generally performed in a well-heated, lighted, and ventilated office setting. Normal, everyday risks are encountered in going to and from offices and buildings, traveling by military and commercial transportation while performing temporary duty away from the permanent duty station.

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 ( ).

If you are currently receiving a military bonus, prior to applying for or accepting a T32 Technician position please verify with your education/retention and services office to ensure your bonus will not be negatively affected.

Applicants hired into this position may qualify for a recruiting or relocation incentive.