SUPV ITSPEC (INFOSEC) (SQUADRON COMMANDER) (Title 32)

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SUPV ITSPEC (INFOSEC) (SQUADRON COMMANDER) (Title 32), Position Description Number D2328000 and is part of the AR ANG 189 OPS GP, National Guard.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED- If you are not currently a member of any military service (Brach/Status), please provide a letter stating intent to join.

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.

In addition to the OPM IORs (Alternative A) specialized experience examples, specialized experience includes experience, education, or training that approaches techniques and requirements appropriate to an assigned computer applications area or computer specialty area in an organization.

Experience planning the sequence of actions necessary to accomplish the assignment where this entailed coordination with others outside the organizational unit and development of project controls.

Experience that required adaptations of guidelines or precedents to meet the needs of the assignment.

Experience preparing documentation on cost/benefit studies where is involved summarizing the material and organizing it in a logical fashion. Major Duties:

1. 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.

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. 2.

Manages Cyberspace Operations mission commitments, programs, and projects impacting personnel, equipment, software and services.

Develops policies and procedures, short- and long-range plans to satisfy all Cyberspace Operations needs and taskings assigned to the unit.

Coordinates program actions with government and commercial entities. Maintains visibility of problem areas, decides best course of action to provide capabilities and meet objectives.

Acts as the point of contact for interpretation of policy and procedural matters and for resolving ambiguities and expanding definitions. Exercises both technical and administrative supervision.

Performs such management functions as determining and planning the nature and extent of service required by customers, and planning and coordinating utilization and maintenance of systems and facilities.

Evaluates overall effectiveness of the unit. Initiates changes to improve services or meet new requirements.

Determines, formulates, and approves budgetary, training, and organizational requirements, as well as communications support requirements.

Tracks Cyberspace Operations program activities of other government and private enterprises for data used during the planning process.

Maintains cognizance of advances in technology and in Cyberspace Operations through professional reading and by attending classes and seminars in order to make informed decisions. 3.

Identifies and prioritizes funding and personnel resource needs and executes current year financial programs. Approves annual budgets for unit operations and Cyberspace Operations support functions.

Monitors expenditures, reports status to higher headquarters and ensures accurate records. Sets strategic direction for financial resources. Reviews financial management plan execution.

Analyzes, evaluates, validates, and recommends approval/disapproval of requested or proposed system requirements and develops documentation used in the processing and validation of such requirements.

Determines the best use of available personnel resources and advocates with higher headquarters to cover shortfalls or correct discrepancies. 4.

Reviews incoming tasking orders, plans, or requests for forces and prepares summaries for higher headquarters.

Determines capability of Cyberspace Operations and/or support personnel to meet requirements specified in tasking orders, plans, or requests for forces; validates limitations concerning equipment capabilities, personnel, etc.; and coordinates with tasking activities from government agencies on requirements.

Approves supplemental plans to commit personnel and equipment in support of missions assigned by the group or higher headquarters, as well as local emergency plans.

Advises higher headquarters and others, both in and outside the state, on preparation of operations plans and orders annexes. DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION: