SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

Full Job Description

This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), Position Description Number D1581000 and is part of the OH G6, Ohio Army National Guard.

This position serves as the chief of an information management division/branch.

The organization provides support for the assigned portion of the command, control, communications and computers (C4) program.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Work in this series includes managing, supervising, leading, administering, developing, delivering, and supporting information technology (IT) systems and services.

This series covers only those positions for which the paramount requirement is knowledge of IT principles, concepts, and methods, e.g., data storage, software applications, networking.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Major Duties:

As a SUPERVISORY IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN), GS-2210-13, you will perform the following duties: --Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the organization, ensuring that the advice and assistance provided complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.

Develops goals and objectives that integrate division/branch and overall C4 program objectives. Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies applicable C4 guidelines, policies and objectives.

Establishes policies and procedures for accomplishment of the organization's C4 mission. 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 technical and administrative issues. Structures assignments to create effective and economical positions.

Coordinates with other information management 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, 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 analysis systems to ensure actions are timely and reviewed at critical points.

Accepts, amends, or rejects work presented by subordinates. Performs self-inspection and presents a detailed and comprehensive report with any corrective action taken to supervisor.

Follows-up to ensure complete and quality resolution of discrepancies. Assesses and revises policies and procedures as needed to improve quality, timeliness, and efficiency of work.

--Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.

Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO objectives.

Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses.

Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques.

Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher-level management.

Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters.

Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employee developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance.

Encourages self-development. Approves master leave schedule assuring adequate coverage for peak workloads and traditional holiday vacation time. Demonstrates sensitivity to ideas of subordinates.

Promotes an environment in which employees are empowered to participate in and contribute to effective mission accomplishment.

Discharges security responsibilities by ensuring education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material.

Recognizes and takes action to correct situations posing a threat to the health or safety of subordinates.

Applies EEO principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.

Periodically reviews position descriptions to ensure accuracy, and the most effective utilization of personnel resources. Explains classification determinations to subordinate employees.

Performs other duties as required *The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description.

A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description (PD#:D1581000). https://acpol2.army.mil/ako/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp