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PLANS AND OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Army National Guard Units

Department of the Army

Fresh

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Salary

$75,374 - $97,991

per year

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Job Description

Summary

This role involves planning and coordinating operations for the Indiana National Guard, focusing on developing contingency plans for emergencies like drug enforcement and terrorism threats, as well as handling reports and simulations.

It suits someone with military experience in leadership or administration who enjoys analyzing problems and creating detailed strategies to support state defense efforts.

Good fits include organized professionals who can step into supervisory roles during absences and work well in a team environment.

Key Requirements

  • Military grades O2 through O3 with compatible assignments in 42 Series, 90A, 92A, or 01A
  • At least 1 year of specialized experience in program management, policy development, or comparable administrative work
  • General experience in organization, management, administration, report compilation, and person-to-person communication
  • Proficiency in using computer and automation systems
  • Skills in analytical work, including study, analysis, evaluation, and improving managerial policies and procedures
  • Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations
  • Ability to develop detailed plans and operational procedures for contingencies and emergencies

Full Job Description

THIS IS AN INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is part of the IN JFHQ IN J2 3 7, Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D0619000.

If you would like the complete list of duties, please contact the POC of this announcement.

MILITARY GRADES: O2 through O3 COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: 42 Series, 90A, 92A, 01A 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: At least 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. Experience with in-depth analytical and administrative skills and develops detailed and comprehensive plans.

PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AS THE FOLLOWING HAS CHANGED Indiana National Guard (INNG) Federal Technicians will wait 36 months after being selected for a new position before applying for another position within the INNG.

If you meet the requirements listed below, you will need to submit a signed Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum with your application to be considered for the position.

If you have questions about applicability, send an email explaining your situation to the HRO Staffing inbox listed below.

If you are a Tenure 0 Temporary employee (your position has a not-to-exceed date), you do not need an ETP memo.

If you became a new employee through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo.

If you received a promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo.

If you require an ETP memorandum, you can download the template here: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/NGIN-J1HR/SitePages/Technician-Staffing.aspx The memorandum will be written by you, the employee, and signed by your supervisory chain up to the Director level.

Directors and Supervisors will submit the signed memorandum for final review to the HRO Staffing inbox: ng.in.inarng.mbx.hro-staffing-section@army.mil The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is the final approval for all ETP waivers.

If approved, the memorandum will be returned to you and then submitted with your application. Major Duties:

  • Researches a variety of planning problems.
  • Develops, analyzes and updates drug enforcement support operations contingency plans.
  • Develops state reporting procedures regarding Serious Incident Reporting (SIR) Submits initial telephone report to NGB, as required.
  • Develops, analyzes and updates the state Terrorism Counteraction Plan.
  • Analyzes integrated plans for the Adjutant General on the State Defense Force (SDF) to assume state duties of NG following mobilization.
  • Functions as an Operations Officer during training simulations. Develops operational procedures to implement contingency and emergency plans.
  • May act in behalf of supervisor during short periods of absence.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/6/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: IN-12902149-AR-26-028