Summary

This National Guard position is for a PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPUTY USP&FO), Position Description Number NGD1919P01 and is part of USPFO. This is a permanent, Title 32, Dual-Status position.

***NOTE:AGR announcement will run concurrently, Only 1 position will be filled. ***

AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:

- Title 32 Technicians (DST): employees (tenure group 1, 2 or 3) of the SDARNG

- Title 5 National Guard Employees (NGE): employees (tenure group 1, 2 or 3) with military membership in the SDARNG

Duties

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As a PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPUTY USP&FO), GS-0340-14, you will:

This position is located in the Office of the United States Property and Fiscal Officer (OUSPFO). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a full deputy to the United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO). As the Deputy, serves as the alter ego to the USPFO, fully sharing in the direction of all phases of the organization's program, which includes managing the day-to-day operations of the OUSPFO, to include receipt, accountability, contracting, disbursement and certification of all federal resources (funds, equipment, supplies, services) provided to the State for which the USPFO is responsible. The Deputy USPFO will take appropriate action, immediately notifying the USPFO, the Adjutant General (AG) and/or CNGB (as appropriate), to report irregularities, misuse or abuse of Federal property or funds issued to the National Guard of the State within their jurisdiction. If there are any irregularities identified in the USPFO's absence, it will be reported to NGB-PF for appropriate action. Limitations of the Deputy USPFO are procedural in nature due to regulatory and statutory requirements.

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Conditions of employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Must obtain Financial Management Level 3 Certification.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This position is open to MAJ (with four years TIG) thru COL. Military grade inversion within the full-time work force is not permitted. The military grade of the full-time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of personnel supervised.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional, or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Applicants specialized experience includes analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs): Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training.

• Skill to develop goals and objectives that integrate manpower and personnel support objectives into the state, short and long-term operational plans.
• Knowledge of expenditure of funds for property, supplies, equipment, services, and payrolls within statutory and USPFO appointment limitations.
• Knowledge to furnish advice and assistance to units/organizations/activities within the state to ensure that Federal funds and property are used in conformance with applicable laws/regulations, within statutory limits.
• Skill to direct, coordinate, and oversee work through subordinate supervisors.

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Additional information

BENEFITS:

The federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees which may include Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Insurance, Annual Leave, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Retirement Program. For additional information about current federal benefits visit web site http://www.opm.gov

MILITARY INCENTIVES:

Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position over 180 days will result in suspension or termination of these military incentives. It is the applicant's responsibility to contact the South Dakota Army National Guard Education Services Office for more information regarding military enlistment, retention and student loan repayment incentives.

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.

Benefits

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