RANGE OPERATIONS ASSISTANT (TITLE 32)

Range Operations Assistant

As a Range Operations Assistant, GS-0303-07, you will assist the Site Range Communication Officer in maintaining close coordination with the using units; as well as Commanders of other services and operations involved in the use of the range area; be responsible for the enforcement of operational procedures jointly agreed to with other agencies when the assigned range officer is not available; particular emphasis is given to range safety and control procedures to assure proper operational practices are observed; when required, oversees personnel assigned to the Site Range Operations and personnel of other governmental and civilian agencies to accomplish the range mission; responsible for repair and operations of range communications, including wire and cable facilities, range radio communications and avionics equipment; responsible for range area maintenance activities to include assignment of repairmen to specific functions commensurate with their training; observe performance of subordinates, giving technical aid as required; insures conformance with prescribed standards of quality and safety; determines type end extent of repairs required to ranges and schedules repair work; maintain close working relationship with the Site Engineer on materials and special equipment; plan workloads, schedule work assignments, establish production end maintenance controls, improve operating procedures and repair techniques to effect range operations for using units; direct the accomplishment of all administrative duties associated with ranges to include, but not limited to maintenance of necessary correspondence, record and report files, etc., maintenance of pertinent regulation, policy procedures and technical order files; formulate plans and programs to carry out the concepts of range requirements outlined by the Range Officer; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements Conditions of Employment :

• National Guard Membership is required.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation / trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agency's interest.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• 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.
• Must hold and maintain a valid State Driver's License.

Qualifications :

Military Grades : Enlisted (SGT / E5 to SFC / E7) Minimum Requirements : Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems. Specialized Experience : Must have at least 12 months experience in the interpretation and application of regulations, procedures or laws. Experience that provided a working knowledge of administrative functions. Experience demonstrating the ability to advise lower graded employees. Experience working independently and setting priorities with very little supervisory control. Education : You must provide transcripts documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.