INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (COORDINATOR) (Title 32)

Duties

1. As part of the Wing IG team, plans, organizes, and executes a wide range of complex activities for the wing CCIP, which includes planning and conducting inspections, installation mission assurance exercises, and comprehensive readiness exercises that involve coordination with a wide variety of programs and departments. Utilizes metrics and analysis systems to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures. Evaluates and interprets information from various sources and tailors' assignment completion through application of established practices and procedures. Interprets complex laws, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Air Force (DAF), gaining MAJCOM, National Guard Bureau (NGB), State, wing, and local instructions/regulations relating to deficiencies across all functional areas subject to inspection. Writes IG inspection reports, presenting supportable evidence of compliance and readiness. Coordinates internal inspections with installation/wing/unit managers and IG leadership to allow commanders to control the depth, scope, and frequency of inspections. As Gatekeeper, interfaces with external organizations, audit agencies and direct reporting units, state entities, MAJCOM, COCOM, and Defense Agency officials to plan and coordinate approved external inspection activities. Coordinates with wing, group, squadron, and flight Commanders in the determination of significant risk factors to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS), in order to prioritize compliance and readiness in relation to mission accomplishment. Utilizes tools such as MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C to evaluate services and processes to determine mission readiness, resource utilization, the state of discipline, and effectiveness/efficiency of the program, activity or function. Recognizes and resolves discrepancies amongst inspection findings. Synchronizes input from various external agencies in the evolution and scheduling of exercises and inspections in IGEMS. Compiles, organizes, and analyzes data within MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C to brief commanders on trends within their respective areas. Works with commanders at all levels to analyze trends to facilitate and advise the management of deficiency resolution. Handles sensitive information in accordance with security policies and procedures. Reports all violations of security practices to the appropriate supervisor or security program manager within prescribed timelines. Provides recommendations to the IG, Director of Inspections, and IG Superintendent regarding inspection/exercise policies, procedures, and guidelines. Conducts planned short- notice, and no-notice exercises, inspections, and assessments. Explain and interpret The Inspection System and CCIP inspection program and DAFI 90-302 and supplemental requirements to all Wing personnel.

2. Manages the Wing Self-Assessment Program; serves as the Wing Self-Assessment Program Manager (SAPM) serving as the MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C system subject matter expect (SME) and system administrator for MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C for the wing level program. Independently plans, implements, and manages the centralized control of the wing Self-Assessment Program. Utilizes initiative and organizational knowledge, along with broad guidance on system usage, to develop local program guidance and business rules for wing, group, squadron, and flight level MICT, IGEMS, IGEMS-C, and Self- Assessment program management. Conducts self-directed detailed analysis from all available data sources to assess risk and identify complex patterns in readiness and compliance. Validates and verifies wing, group, squadron, and flight self-assessment (SA) program results and provides detailed analysis for wing/unit data driven decisions. Consults with Commanders and recommends corrective course of action for challenging and unique circumstances. Serves as the primary focal point for deficiency management by tracking minor, significant, and critical deficiencies from a multitude of sources, including IGEMS, IGEMS-C, MICT, the Air Force Audit Agency, and staff assistance visits, across the wing from deficiency identification through closure. Reviews and validates corrective action plans, root cause analysis, deficiency cause codes, and action taken for accuracy and effectiveness, within prescribed timelines. Performs detailed and complicated data analysis from unit self-assessed capabilities versus inspection requirements to build inspection sampling strategies. Validates and verifies MICT self-assessment checklist (SAC) observations. Instructs IG personnel, Wing Inspection Team (WIT), group, squadron, and flight SAPMs on the proper use of MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C, including the safe-guarding of personally identifiable information (PII), controlled unclassified information (CUI), and higher classified data.

DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER THE EDUCATION SECTION.

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.

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

Military Grades: Enlisted

• Minimum Military Grade: E-6/TSgt
• Maximum Military Grade: E-8/SMSgt

Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Air National Guard.

IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4 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.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :

Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Applicants who have the 1 year of appropriate specialized experience, are not required by this standard to have general experience, education above the high school level, or any additional specialized experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements.

Education

DUTEIS CONTINUED.
2 (continued). Instructs WIT members on how to derive data and validate MICT inputs during inspections. Functions as the wing MICT, IGEMS, and IGEMS-C authority when supporting higher headquarters inspection teams. Establishes the training requirements and expectations for Unit Self-Assessment Program Managers (USAPMs) executing the unit level self-assessment portion of the wing CCIP. As the SME, trains and provides guidance for all USAPMs. Ensures USAPMs have assigned applicable SACs to the appropriate units. Ensures all wing SACs for locally developed checklists are current and updated and utilized IAW published instructions. Provides technical guidance to the development of the self-assessment program goals, plans, policies, and procedures.

3. Performs thorough analysis of unit capabilities versus inspection requirements to determine the most efficient exercise, inspection, and visit schedules, which minimize costs and maximize unit readiness to perform CONUS and OCONUS wing tasked missions. Trained in derivative classification and utilizes security classification guides to determine classification level of IGEMS-C findings for readiness exercises and classified program inspections. Receives commanders intent and translates into an executable exercise and inspection plan. Facilitates logistical and administrative support needed for the execution of the CCIP. Performs detailed data analysis from multiple sources to generate meaningful metrics for CCIP. Creates mission specific exercises and schedules which measure units' compliance and capability to execute state and federal missions. Compiles and analyzes data to develop reports/charts for presentation at the Commander's Inspection Management Board (CIMB) meetings to drive wing strategic decisions and ensure compliance with federally mandated programs and classifications based on security classification guides. Prepares and staffs required inspection materials to include mission driven exercise objectives, scenarios, Master Sequence of Events Listing (MSEL), and associated risk assessments, pre-inspection surveys, and equipment. Publishes special instructions (SPINS) for wing inspections. Reserves required non-IG-owned equipment and venues, coordinates pick-up/return, organizes/issues to inspectors, and ensures item control throughout use. Employs SharePoint or other reporting tools to oversee the CCIP Dashboard and provide real-time data and analysis on wing programs and inspections. As Gatekeeper, manages the Gatekeeper process relevant to the primary mission of the wing to focus timing of visits, inspections, and exercises on commander's objectives to meet force-wide exercise requirements.

4. Serves as a qualified complaint resolution representative providing advisory services to individuals, other staff offices, managers, supervisors and employees concerning the IG program and processes. Conducts IG complaint, Fraud, Waste and Abuse (FWA), and whistleblower intake by interacting directly with unit members and employees, protects confidentiality of complainants, and ensures a thorough and complete complaint is presented to the IG. Comprehends complex procedures outlined in IG regulations and directives and applies them to the handling of conventional investigations, complaints, and Congressional inquiries to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of the IG Program are maintained to help prevent unwarranted invasions of privacy. Represents the Wing IG, Director of Inspections, and the IG Superintendent at conferences, meetings, seminars, briefings, and other official functions. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with NGB/IG, NGB staffs, MAJCOM staffs, State IGs, and wing leadership at all levels on matters concerning all IG programs. Meets with key customers (e.g., wing leadership, local law enforcement/first responders, federal agencies such as FAA, and inspectors) and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve problems that arise. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up. Researches and determines or recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact organization, wing, command, or agency. Identifies and participates in special projects and initiates milestones and goals.

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 ( ).

REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS 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.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance
• 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.
• Employee will be required to wear and use personal protective equipment as required and provided by the employer.
• This is an ANG Title 32 Excepted Service National Guard position requiring Military Membership in the State Air National Guard.
• 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.
• 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.
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing. Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment. Note: The caveat is that the States, Territories, and the District of Columbia cannot drug test until a drug free workplace policy has been established and approved by the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
• IAW AF guidance, incumbent must complete the wing Inspector General Training Course Inspections (IGTC-I) within 180 days of appointment; must complete Inspector General Training Course Complaints Resolution (IGTC-Q) within 180 days of appointment; and IG appointees for nuclear-capable units will complete the USAF Nuclear Inspector Course within 180 days of assignment. Successful completion of other courses will be accomplished IAW applicable DoD, AF, and National Guard Bureau regulations. Recommend completion of the NGB/IG Advanced Course within one year of appointment.