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Inspections Specialist (Superintendent) (T32)


Job Location:

Birmingham, MI - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 90410 - 90410
Posted: 6 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST (SUPERINTENDENT) (T32) Position Description Number Dand is part of the AL 117TH Air Refueling Wing National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: 117TH ARW BIRMINGHAM AL
SELECTING OFFICIAL: COL M. ADAMS


Duties


1. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all IG programs and exercises significant responsibility as a Wing advisor of The Inspection System CCIP Unit Self-Assessment Program (USAP) Complaints Resolution Program (CRP) and FWA Program. Oversees multifaceted IG programs designed to independently assess unit(s) mission readiness economy efficiency and state of discipline for the Wing; and provides timely credible and impartial information to program managers policymakers and leaders at all levels. Applies extensive knowledge of the Wing and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) mission sets to develop policy and objectives that integrate IG programs in accordance with Wing Commanders intent Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) multiple Gaining Major Commands (G-MAJCOMs) National Guard Bureau (NGB) Department of the Air Force (DAF) and Department of Defense (DoD) directives. Establishes metrics and analyzes complex data from a variety of sources/systems to include Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT) Inspector General Evaluation Management System (IGEMS) and Inspector General Evaluation Management System - Classified (IGEMS-C) to identify risk and eliminate undetected non-compliance within the organization. (30%)

2. Responsible for planning and executing the various complex programs supporting of the Wing CCIP. Organizes and conducts independent evaluations of high-risk mission areas to identify issues interfering with readiness economy efficiency discipline effectiveness compliance performance and surety. Utilizes a systematic approach to analyze enterprise-wide inspection data including G-MAJCOM(s) continual evaluations Higher Headquarter (HHQ) Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) Air Force Audit Agency (AFAA) Wing Climate surveys and Defense Readiness Report System (DRRS) etc. to develop a comprehensive Risk Based Sampling Strategy (RBSS) which is designed to identify potential blind spots to aid commanders decisions to allocate resources. Autonomously conducts reoccurring focus groups across the Wing to fact-find and inform RBSS which may detect Wing IG level complaints. Creates a wing-wide inspection and exercise plan designed to inform leadership of areas of mission execution shortfalls and non-compliance through the Major Graded Areas (MGAs). Performs complex analysis to implement the CCIP as an integrated synchronized system of inspections mission assurance exercises and readiness exercises. (20%)

3. Oversees the management of Wing instruction and develops goals using detailed analysis of the Wing USAP and IG systems of record to include IGEMS IGEMS-C and MICT. Ensures the Wing USAP is developed and continually refined to inform the CCIP of the Wings overall health. Collaborates with personnel at all levels within the Wing to foster an environment of critical self-assessment and corrective action planning. (20%)

4. Serves as an independent IG in overall operation administration and management of the CRP IG Investigations FWA and Whistleblower Reprisal program. Assists the Wing IG in the development review and implementation of local guidance; supplements to G-MAJCOM(s) policies and procedures to achieve prompt and proper resolution of investigations and inquiries under the IG CRP. Advises the Wing IG and Wing Commander on all activities related to CRP and FWA especially matters that are unprecedented controversial highly visible or of significant importance to the Commander or public. Acts as the Commanders eyes and ears to be alert for and keep senior leadership informed of the Wing climate and matters that are indicative of systemic morale or other problems that may impede efficiency and mission effectiveness. (15%)

5. Coordinates with the Wing Commander and Wing IG to identify and apportion appropriate manpower to administer effective CCIP and CRPs as IG duty is a position of high public trust and personnel selected must be functional experts with a breadth of experience. Serves as a SME on IG force development and roles and responsibilities as outlined in DAF G-MAJCOM(s) and Career Field Managers guidance. Advocates for IG personnel and WIT members with a substantial breadth of experience exceptional maturity and demonstrated sound judgement attributes of the highest professional standards and moral character as well as possess security clearance commensurate with duties required holds no record of civil conviction or conviction by court-marital non-judicial punishment or Unfavorable Information File (UIF) in order to provide credibility for those Airmen family members and civilians who seek IG assistance. Develops and administers local IG and WIT training covering a wide range of critical skills. (15%)

PLEASE CONTACT HRO FOR COMPLETE POSITION DESCRIPTION.


Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSGT
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: SMGT

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training which has provided the applicant with skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively efficiently and accurately; knowledge of applicable laws directives regulations policies and procedures; skill in interpersonal communications empathy and effective listening; ability to organize thoughts research materials and manage case projects; skill in comprehending and interpreting directives and laws; ability to enunciate without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communications; ability to write reports and presentation formats; and ability to communicate -orally and in writing- clearly and effectively.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Use the National Guard position description to determine specialized experience education or training required for the work in the position in this series.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
-- Ability to overcome obstacles to gather and interpret evidence; ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies and/or inconsistencies among findings.

-- Skill in conducting inspections and investigations where significant difficulties are encountered.

-- Knowledge to develop new approaches methods or procedures in data gathering and analysis techniques.

-- Ability to select adapt and apply investigation and negotiation techniques; interpret complex laws and regulations.

-- Ability to develop new approaches methods or procedures in data gathering and analysis techniques recognizing and resolving discrepancies and/or inconsistencies among findings.

-- Skill in obtaining and/or reconstructing missing documents and information.

Education

None

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 ( position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Required Experience:

IC