PROJECT COORDINATION SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

Duties Analyzes, coordinates and/or performs a variety of special projects/program assignments and studies which lead to resolution of management problems and improvement of operations. Independently develops a plan of action, recommends solutions. Coordinates with State ARNG/ANG Command staff, Directorates or Group Commanders and, NGB Functional Managers to obtain and exchange information and develop recommendations for management decisions. Monitors and analyzes program/project progress, recommending changes based on findings as needed. Develops all reports, briefings, and status of assigned projects/programs. Performs a wide variety of support duties to facilitate the work of the office. Arranges scheduling of appointments, meetings, briefings, and other commitments that have a directly effecting on future decisions and program direction. Provides management information, advice, and assistance to the State ARNG/ANG Command staff, Directorates or Group Commanders on programs/projects assigned. The incumbent researches current Law, DoD, Department of the Army (DA), Department of the Air Force (DAF), NGB, and State policy, and uses judgment to decide appropriate policy and procedures in relation to current projects, taskings, issues and concerns. Analyzes information and data; assesses progress of programs, projects, and processes. Organizes, manages, and presents information to include recommendations both formally and informally via oral and written means. Uses knowledge of graphics software to prepare charts and graphs, database or spreadsheet software to enter, revise, sort, research, calculate and retrieve data. Serves as a Project Manager for emerging projects assigned to/by the State. Responsible for establishing project teams, managing budget requirements throughout project life-cycle, leads team in identification of goals and objectives, stakeholders, tasks, associated risks, and milestones. Determines workload structure to identify tasks and assign resources. Uses knowledge and experience to analyze information and make quick and appropriate decisions. Routinely keeps State ARNG/ANG Command staff apprised of project status. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with coordinating organizations. Delivers presentations on program status, accomplishments, problems, support requirements, and promotion of program objectives to senior military officers and civilians in other program offices throughout the command. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Researches and recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact the organization, command, or agency, and which affect the structure and future work of the organization to senior leadership. Responsible for the work of assigned personnel. Performs the supervisory and managerial responsibilities. Assigns work to functional staff members in accordance with established organization mission and functions, workload fluctuations and personnel availability. Defines and interprets governing policies, procedures and regulations. Provides financial advice and renders decisions on major problems. Reviews operating procedures and policies with respect to the desired performance objectives of management. Advises management of operating areas at risk of not achieving desired performance and recommends corrective actions. Develops or directs the development of new or changed internal operating procedures and instructions. Assigns and reviews work daily, weekly or monthly; ensures production and accuracy requirements are met; approves leave; and recommends performance standards and ratings. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns duties to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and capabilities of employees. Advises, counsels or instructs the employees on both work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for vacant positions and recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignments to such positions. Hears and resolves complaints from employees referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager. Effects minor disciplinary measures--such as warnings and reprimands--and recommends other actions in more serious cases. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing for or arranging for needed development and training. Finds ways to improve production and increase the quality of the work directed and also develops performance measures. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. * May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. * U.S. citizenship is required. * This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program. * Bargaining Unit: Non- Bargaining. * Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide. * May be required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory security clearance. * APPOINTMENT FACTORS: T5 Excepted Service appointment in the Alaska National Guard. * Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 day notice OR may be converted to permanent without further competition. * If a permanent technician with the AKNG is selected for an indefinite position which crosses service boundaries or funding categories (i.e., AKARNG to AKANG or vice versa, or JBER to Eielson, or T32 to T5), the appointment will be "Indefinite". * Incumbent is subject to termination due to loss or reduction in funding for this position. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret or higher security clearance. Required level is dependent upon the project/program. * 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. * 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. * The duties/responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal/regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission. * 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 position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This will not exceed 14 days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE is 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. GS-11 - Must have at least 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS 09-10. 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. Analyzes, coordinates and/or performs a variety of special projects/program assignments and studies which lead to resolution of management problems and improvement of operations. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Analyzes information and data; assesses progress of programs, projects, and processes. OR Education - Possess a Ph.D, an equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. NOTE: In order to be considered for this position using education as a basis of qualification, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR Combination - A combination of Specialized Experience and Education as described above. Only graduate education in excess of that required for a Master's degree or equivalent may be used when combining education and experience to meet the total qualification requirements. NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using a combination of experience and education, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. **In order to use education as a substitution for experience or as a combination of experience a