Airman And Family Readiness Specialist

This position is located in the Force Support Squadron Mission Support Group of an Air National Guard (ANG) Wing. The purpose of the position is to serve as the family readiness and support services representative at an ANG Wing and coordinate concurrently with the Force Support Squadron Commander/Human Resources Officer (Director of Personnel (DP)) at each wing Joint Force Headquarters - State (JFHQ-ST) Family Program Director NGB Family Programs Office and US Air Force/Major Command (MAJCOM) Family Readiness Directors.

• Responsible for the overall management control and execution of the ANG family readiness and support programs. Incumbent applies knowledge of management principles applicable laws regulations and National Guard Bureau (NGB) guidance to family readiness and support programs. Provides guidance to the ANG Wing leadership in the development and implementation of a family readiness and support program and provides family readiness assistance at the GSUs. Analyzes current Family program support for Wing Families and determines where there are gaps in service or support. Where gaps exist develops and manages programs that support Wing Families. Monitors the success of implemented programs and makes adjustments as needed. Conducts projects and studies using a variety of analytical techniques in order to document needs and concerns in regards to family readiness and well being. Provides continuous analysis of the effectiveness and efficiency of the products and services by gathering interpreting analyzing and staying abreast of the principles policies program goals and methodology of the USAF and National Guard quality of life programs. Based on the results documented the incumbent develops solutions to issues and develops and provides recommendations to senior leadership which impact substantially on the manner in which the family programs are carried out and to the implementation of program improvements identified.
• Develops plans for an efficient resource management program and maximum support of service delivery to include resource center (discovery center) equipment funding tracking and computerized systems - AFFIRST etc.
• Develops and prepares a variety of correspondence and other documentation i.e. formal letters position papers reports briefings charts bullet background papers etc. Develops and presents information for seminars conferences and orientation workshops as appropriate for service members family members and volunteers. Conducts briefings and training for family members and volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings monthly or as required to report on family readiness and support program status and concerns as well as special upcoming programs and events. Maintains adequate records and databases to administer the family program and to provide the necessary reports to the Force Support Squadron Commander/Human Resource Officer (DP) and SFPD. Provides a quarterly report on expenditures to the Wing MSF Group Commander/DP and forwards to SFPD after the end of each quarter as directed. Designs and establishes marketing and public relations strategies to ensure target populations are informed of services and activities. Updates newsletters to share information with service population.
• Plans and schedules work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution. Coordinates plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Identifies need for changes in priorities and takes action to implement such changes. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates sets and adjusts short-term priorities and prepares schedules. Assigns work to subordinate employees based on organization priorities and consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments such that the experience training and abilities of staff are effectively utilized to meet organization and customer needs. Balances workload and provides advice guidance and direction on a wide range of policy investigative inspection/exercise strategic planning and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions. Coordinates with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. Reviews organization mission functions and manning. Identifies requirements and initiates requests for additional resources including personnel overtime equipment supplies training and space to ensure success in meeting goals and objectives. Provides advice to supervisor on significant issues and problems related to work accomplishment. Establishes metrics and utilizes analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points. Accepts amends or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-assessments and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with any corrective action taken to supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
• Please see Additional Information section regarding NGBs Probationary/ Trial Period.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 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: GS-11 - 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. Must possess knowledge of management principles applicable laws regulations and National Guard Bureau (NGB) guidance to family readiness and support programs.