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PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

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2mo

Duties As a PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, GS-0301-11, this position is located in the Joint Force Headquarters, Plans, Operations and Readiness Directorate

  • J3, Joint Operations Center (JOC). The purpose of this position is to serve as a Plans and Operations Specialist, develop plans and procedures, and coordinate preparations for state active duty and the operational employment of ARNG personnel and military resources. (1) Serves as the State NG focal point for Crisis Action Planning and the Officer in Charge of the Joint Operations Center (JOC) that remains operational 24 hours/7 days a week. Is responsible for the development of operational procedures that effectively and efficiently execute Civil-Military taskings from the National Command Authority, Governor or National Guard Senior Leader directed responses to Natural Disasters, Support for Civil Disturbance (MACDIS), Homeland Defense/Security, WMD response, Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP), the Critical Infrastructure Protection Program (CIPP), National Security Special Events (NSSE), and Continuation of Governmental Operations and Public Services, from the JOC. (2) Responsible to establish and validate procedures, practices and tasks that provide command staffs located in the JOC, designated geographically separated Quick Reaction Force Platforms and the ANG Survival Recovery Center effective situational awareness and continuous command and control over tasked organizations and members. Responsible to plan for and physically establish a Joint Operations Center within the Joint Force Headquarters complex and Quick Reaction Force Platform Control Centers at designated locations across the state. Incumbent must plan for and establish appropriate security for the centers and their staffs; effective redundant communication processes to ensure safe secure receipt and dissemination of WARNORDs, OPORDs, FRAGORDs, Status of Forces and Resources and situational awareness reporting; and operational sustainment support for activated operational centers, quick reaction forces and equipment. Ensures self inspection procedures are developed, conducted, results evaluated and changes incorporated into operational procedures. (3) Responsible for command and control crisis action training and certification program. Establishes, executes, evaluates and maintains the training program effectiveness through inspections, exercises and testing. Establishes and maintains training and certification documentation process for crisis action team members and controllers. Ensures newly assigned members and controllers receive orientation. (4) Participates as an Operations Officer in the Joint Operations Center (JOC). Develops operational procedures to implement contingency and emergency plans. Coordinates with higher, adjacent, lower headquarters, Federal, state and local agencies as necessary, as well as other staff officers in the JOC to effectively accomplish emergency operations. Develops message routing procedures. Plans shift operations. Prepares operations orders. Develops after action reports to include cost factors. Identifies specific unit capabilities to support emergency operations. Identifies equipment and special civilian occupational skills needed for missions or command and control functions. Develops emergency response time estimates. Recommends improvement of NG resources to support emergencies. Coordinates operational control over committed NG forces during training simulations. (5) Responsible for the administrative over-site of the command and control network to include defining required system capabilities, e.g. communications and collaborating with J6 administrators to identify specific equipment to meet mission needs; budgeting for and the purchase of crisis action infrastructure; and identifying and securing resourcing for full-time staffing for effective 24/7 continuous operations, as well as system readiness needs. (6) Performs other duties as assigned.
  • The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment
  • National Guard Membership is required.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • 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.
  • The duties of this 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.
  • Must be able 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; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
  • Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
  • Incumbent of this position may be required to participate in a Medical Surveillance Program to evaluate exposure to potentially harmful physical and/or chemical agents. This may require pre-employment and yearly physical examinations.
  • Compatible Military MOS Assignments: NA
  • Military Grades: Open to Officers, Warrant Officers and Enlisted members
  • Military Rank Requirements: Maximum rank of MAJ/O-4 Qualifications Areas of Consideration: Area 1
  • Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ARNG. Area 2
  • Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ARNG. Area 3
  • Current service members in the Oregon ARNG. GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible 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. Experience using computer and automation systems. Must have at least 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Education To qualify off of education alone you must meet the following requirements: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Additional information The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions: Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO). 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 ( https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx ).
  • Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are: 1. Highly Qualified: