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Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Executive Staff Officer performing the duties listed herein as the Personal and Confidential Assistant to the Executive Officer (XO) and Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the national Guard Bureau on substantive matters of direct interest and concern to the SEA. Responsibilities Provides expert guidance and assistance in the management of complex projects, studies, and action items, keeping the XO and SEA informed of critical developments and providing or obtaining expert advice on all administrative aspects of various problems or situations that may arise. Advises the XO and SEA and other senior leadership of all sensitive issues raised in incoming actions and provides staff elements with any specific instructions or comment from the SEA or senior leadership. Carries out high priority assignments, studies, and projects personally assigned by the XO and SEA on a wide variety of sensitive and confidential matters. Acts in the absence of Executive Officer and ensures organization's strategic plans, mission, vision and values are communicated and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives. Articulates and communicates program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Position is designated special-sensitive, and incumbent must be able to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. This position has been designated by the Air Force as Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. (Category II/Type 5/Code O). In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 030

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• SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge of military command structure, mission, programs and organizational relationship; extensive knowledge of relationships between Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), Headquarters Air Force (HAF) and Department of Defense (DOD), the Congress and the White House; expert knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods, plus a through understanding of how regulatory of enforcement programs are administered in order to select and apply appropriate program evaluation and measurement techniques; Knowledge of HAF with National Guard Bureau (NGB), HQDA and DOD and installation support structures. Skill in adapting requirements to meet the unique management relationships which exist at the headquarters. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Mastery knowledge of doctrine, missions, roles, functions, organizational structures, relationships and communication themes and messages of Department of Defense, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Army, Air Force and DoD organizations. Knowledge of current events and international political affairs and changing political dynamics. Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of customs and nationally unique customs and courtesies etiquette and protocol in order to direct and manage events involving senior NGB leaders, their counterparts and guests. Mastery of written and oral communications. Skill in gathering, evaluating, and interpreting data to arrive at valid conclusions and offer meaningful recommendations. Strong ability to plan and organize work. Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures. Ability to use correspondence rules and regulations to prepare and/or edit written correspondence, ensuring proper use of English grammar, spelling and punctuation. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 119900
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