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Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION RESTRICTED TO CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE MISSISSIPPI AIR NATIONAL GUARD. This National Guard position is for a THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER, Position Description Number D1504P01 and is part of the MS 186 ARW, National Guard. Responsibilities As a THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER, GS-2101-13, you will provide instruction to upgrade skills to obtain maximum performance on all aspects of the force-level Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) weapons system. In addition to training responsibilities, incumbent performs administrative tasks in support of the Air Operations Group/Squadron.This position is located in an the Air National Guard (ANG), Component Numbered Air Force (cNAF), Air Operations Group (AOG), Air Operations Squadron (AOS), Air Mobility Squadron (AMOS) and Air Support Squadron (ASUS). -- Administers refresher and advanced training to ANG military AOC weapons systems positional specialists. Instructs rated pilots, navigators, air battle managers, space operations specialists, and other AOC assigned personnel in advanced aerospace operations applications using current AOC systems of record. Instructs and evaluates all AOC specialists to become instructors. Instructs such personnel to function within established joint doctrinal principles to plan and prosecute theater-level joint operations. Monitors progress during training and advises when AOC personnel are ready for positional certification. -- Interviews instructors, pilots, navigators, air battle managers, space operations specialists, and other assigned AOC personnel to determine operational background in their respective weapons systems/specialties. Prescribes type, sequence, and extent of required training. Performs as instructor and/or examiner; evaluates and examines AOC personnel to determine preparation for the application of aerospace force/operations, proficiency during actual operations, instructional ability, and technical competence; and conducts post operations critiques. Determines progress and proficiency levels, provides requalification evaluations, and directs/provides specialized remedial or additional training as necessary. -- Plans, develops, and presents comprehensive courses of instruction on AOC operations skills. Develops and instructs specific courses in all AOC phases of operations. Evaluates formal training directives, and develops course changes, new materials, new training systems, and new methods. -- Projects unit training requirements. Prepares required training records. Conducts training utilizing AOC plans and operations processes, procedures, systems, and specific positional duties. Reviews and analyzes directives, regulations, reports, and operationally specific publications. Determines additional training requirements to advance proficiency while maintaining the highest practicable mission capable rate. -- Maintains a thorough knowledge of a variety of specialties to include general and advanced knowledge of AOC assigned weapons systems, U.S. and allied aircraft, space weapons systems, tactical employment of weapons systems, search and rescue, theater missile defense and air tasking order development and execution. Maintains unit positional qualification. -- Coordinates, plans, and executes Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) and Reachback operations. Conducts Command and Control over all subordinate elements of the Theater Air Control System (TACS), including airborne and ground based sensors. Plans and executes datalink operations critical to maintaining and synchronizing situational awareness in multiple theaters. -- Briefs and instructs operations personnel on mission preparations including: combat effective mission execution. Monitors mental attitudes and individual problems of assigned personnel that might adversely affect mission performance. --Interface Control: Responsible for the planning and management of datalink architecture for a theater of operations; incumbent integrates a variety of Command and Control display systems that enhance battlespace situational awareness in the AOC; supervises a team of trained specialists responsible for managing the interface equipment and resolving datalink picture anomalies; monitors the conduct of all players on the datalink network to ensure timely transfer and display of critical air defense information. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Military Grades: O3-O5 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: 1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. 2. 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. 3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. 4. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required. 5. The duties and responsibilities of your 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. 6. Wear of the military uniform is MANDATORY. Qualifications If your resume does not include a narrative description of how you meet the GENERAL, SPECIALIZED experiences, and OTHER requirements, you may lose consideration for this position. Ensure that the Questionnaire is completed online in Application Manager. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training arranging or procuring transportation for personnel, cargo or freight. Experience in non-routine pre and post auditing of freight bills, bills of lading, and personnel transportation vouchers. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems. *For positions requiring supervisory functions; experience which included responsibility for the supervision and management of personnel. NOTES TO CANDIDATES: a. Situations of inversion of military rank are not permitted, i.e., a military technician may not be militarily senior to his or her full-time supervisor. b. Candidates may be screened and evaluated on military attributes directly related to the compatible military position required to be assigned into, such as, but not limited to, military bearing, leadership, or ability to work with others (teamwork) in a military environment. c. Include any volunteer work experience in your resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). d. Final selection will be based upon qualifications, suitability, and available manpower resources. e. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. f. Multiple vacancies may be filled from this announcement. Education No substitution of education for specialized experience. SUPERVISOR HIGHLY DESIRES 11M AFSC. 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).