This vacancy is open to Nationwide to military members of the Ohio Air National Guard or military members who are eligible to become a member of the Ohio Air National Guard.*****First consideration will be given to current military members of the Ohio Air National Guard.***** Permanent Full Time
**_The Ohio National Guard seeks to employ high quality applicants for Federal Technician positions. This position requires military membership in the Ohio National Guard._**
***Military Unit and Address:***
**_200 CEH SQ_**
******1200 North Camp Perry East
Port Clinton, OH 43452
USA
This vacancy is open to Nationwide to military members of the Ohio Air National Guard or military members who are eligible to become a member of the Ohio Air National Guard.*******First consideration will be given to current military members of the Ohio Air National Guard.*******
This position is being announced concurrently as an AGR position. To view the AGR job announcement, please visit the Ohio National Guard jobs page athttp://ong.ohio.gov/human_resources/ong_job_postings.html.
**NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED**
**POSITION DESCRIPTION # DO304000**
This position is located in the Disaster Preparednessfunctional area, Mission Support Division of a Tactical Control Group Headquarters. Its primary purpose is to provide/direct aDisaster Preparedness program and associated personnel trainingfor the group including 6-12 subordinate squadrons.
**DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS LISTED BELOW**
**Apply using the instructions in the "How to Apply" section**
**The Ohio National Guard is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
U.S. Citizenship Open to Military Members Nationwide Minimum Military Rank/Grade: Amn (E-2) Maximimum Military Rank/Grade: MSgt (E-7) Compatible AFSC: 3E971
(1) Manages and oversees all disaster preparedness functions of the group and its subordinate units. Provides a technical training program for the Disaster Preparedness Mobility/Support Teams, the Disaster Preparedness Response Force, and other
specialized teams. Determines the adequacy of training by observing performance under simulated disaster conditions.
Assures the training of all mobility personnel in the use and operation of such protective devices as decontaminated kits,
auto-injector/pins. ground crew ensemble, protective mask, etc. Trains personnel in the identification of physiological reactions
to chemical warfare agents, and in self aid. treatment, and survivability. Provides technical advice and assistance to the
* n-scene commander during simulated/actual accident/attack response. Ensures that corrective action is taken on all
discrepancies identified in staff assistance reports, exercise reports, and inspections by higher headquarters. Maintains
disaster preparedness records, directives, and publications, including plans and applicable technical orders.
(2) Develops and implements local disaster preparedness concepts, policies, and procedures utilizing USAF and NQB
directives and guidelines. Advises the group commander and members of the contingency support staff concerning the current
status of preparation, training, and overall disaster response capabilities and limitations. Assists and guides units in
preparing plans, annexes, appendices, and operating procedures. Reviews and approves or disapproves implementing instructions. Ensures standardized disaster preparedness grid maps, charts, and displays are issued and available to appropriate organizations. Establishes and operates the Disaster Control Center during emergencies and test exercises. Develops, implements, and
monitors plans forthe protection of personnel from radiological and chemical fallout. Directs and administers the fallout shelter
program. Distributes civil defense shelter kits and,equipment.
**This is a Permanent Excepted Service position**
**Military Membership in the Ohio National Guard is required**
* Minimum Military Grade: E-2
* Maximum Military Grade: E-7
* Compatible Military Assignment: 3E971
If you are willing to take a demotion to be considered for this position you must clearly indicate your intentions in your resume.
It is not necessary for applicants to possess the MOS/AFSC listed as compatible to the position in order to apply. It is, however, the applicant''s responsibility to acquire a compatible MOS/AFSC within **1 year** of appointment. Coordinate with your unit''s training representative to determine whether or not you can qualify for a specific MOS/AFSC and/or receive training.
**_General Experience_**:Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Experience using computer and automation systems.
**APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A RESUME THAT ADDRESSES THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCES AND KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES LISTED BELOW.** **THE RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES INDICATING WHEN THE WORK WAS PERFORMED.**
**_Specialized Experience_**:**(GS-09) - 24 months experience in which the applicant demonstrates:**
1. Experience in any position that required compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information.
2. Experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled.
3. Experience interpreting regulations, policies or law and providing guidance.
****Education****
***SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION**:* NOTE: College Transcripts are required if you wish to use Education as a substitution for experience or if a degree is a requirement for the position. **A copy of the transcript must be submitted with the Job Application.** Study successfully completed in a college, university, technical or vocational school may be substituted for experience at the rate of one year of study (30 semester hours or 20 classroom hours of instruction per week) for 6 months of experience. Courses must be directly related to the work of the position. **Maximum credit is 6 months of specialized experience.**
**Requirements**
This position is being announced in accordance with state merit promotion procedures and collective bargaining agreement. Wearing of the appropriate military uniform is required while employed in this position. Permanent change of duty station (PCS) funds are not available.
If you are an AGR and are selected for this position, you will be required to vacate your AGR status.
Successful applicant will be assigned to a compatible military position in an appropriate unit of assignment in the Ohio National Guard.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience your qualifications rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and may result in you not being considered for appointment to this position.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement. (See Required Documents section below)
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 (EST) on Monday, August 18, 2014.
To begin the process, click the **Apply Online** button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the Occupational Questionnaire. Please ensure you click the **Submit My Answers** button at the end of the process.
**NOTE:**You must click **both** _Finish_** and** _Submit_ when you are done. Your Online Qualifications Questionnaire is not processed and your resume is not attached - until you click the Submit button, even if USAJOBS says it sent your resume.
**NOTE:**To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select _**Application Status**,_and click on the **_More Information_** link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1165696. Fax your documents to **1-478-757-3144**.
**If you cannot apply online:**
1. Click the following link to view and print the Occupational Questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
All applications must include the following information:**
**Resume (Must describe all relevant work experience and include dates the work was performed)**
**Current Unit of Assignment**
**Current Military Rank/Grade**
**Current MOS/AFSC**
**Your application may need to include:**
**Transcripts (if substituting college education for work experience)**
**NOTE:** Applicants are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to apply for this position. Do not submit an OF-612; it is obsolete and no longer accepted. If you choose to use your personal resume please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at lease the last four digits of your social security number.
**Please do not send applications to the addresses listed below**
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your qualification status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
**Instructions for completing the OPM 1203-FX:**
If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
**Main site for new federal employees** - http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
**Flexible Spending Accounts** - This Program allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
**Health Insurance** - The FEHB Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
**Leave** - Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
**Life Insurance** - The FEGLI Program offers Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
**Long Term Care Insurance** - The FLTCIP provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com/
**Retirement Program** - Almost all new employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
1. Do not send applications to the mailing address or email address on this announcement. Apply only online or via the fax number provided in the section entitled "How to Apply."**
**2.** **If you are a current career or career-conditional Federal employee or former Federal employee who has reinstatement eligibility,**you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50 that reflects career or career-conditional tenure, or you will not be considered under the merit promotion process. Also, you should submit your most recent performance appraisal.
**3.** **If you are a male applicant**who was born after 12/31/59 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.