THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER (TITLE 32)

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1504P01 and is part of the IL 183 WG Air Combat Operations Squadron (ACOS), National Guard.

As a THEATER AEROSPACE OPERATIONS COMMAND AND CONTROL OFFICER (TITLE 32), GS-2101-12, you will provide instruction to upgrade skills to obtain maximum performance on all aspects of the force-level Air and Space Operations Center (AOC) weapons system, spcifically within the Air Mobility Operations Squardron (AMOS). Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Administer refresher and advanced training to ANG military AOC weapons systems positional specialists. Instruct rated pilots, navigators, and other AOC assigned personnel in advanced aerospace operations applications using current AOC systems of record. Monitor progress during training and advises when AOC personnel are ready for positional certification. Interview instructors, pilots, navigators, and other assigned AOC personnel to determine operational background in their respective weapons systems/specialties. Perform as instructor and/or examiner; evaluate and examine AOC personnel to determine preparation for the application of aerospace force/ operations, proficiency during actual operations, instructional ability, and technical competence; and conducts post operations critiques. Determine progress and proficiency levels, provide requalification evaluations, and direct/provide specialized remedial or additional training as necessary. Develop and instruct specific courses in all AOC phases of operations. Evaluate formal training directives, and develop course changes, new materials, new training systems, and new methods. Review and analyze directives, regulations, reports, and operationally specific publications. Determine additional training requirements to advance proficiency while maintaining the highest practicable mission capable rate. Collect, review, and disseminate data on tactics and employment techniques for all weapons systems (friendly and enemy). Responsible for coordinating and implementing adjustments to the ACO based on changes in real-world requirements and environmental conditions. Function as the officer in charge of deployment reception, staging (including billeting) and redeployment of personnel.

IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. 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. May be required to work overtime. Secret clearance required to apply. Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance, Top Secret. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. PCS May Be Authorized Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.