TRAINING TECHNICIAN
- Plans, organizes, leads and controls the Group and subordinate unit training program to ensure combat readiness.
- Reviews the training of all personnel and determines method to accomplish training to include Formal Training Schools, Career Development Course (CDC), Professional Military Education (PME), Air Force Testing and On the Job (OJT) programs.
- Evaluates training for unit members and tracks progress via automated training records systems and other tools.
- Coordinates actions with UTMs, supervisors, and higher headquarters training functions at the Wing, and MAJCOM level, as appropriate.
- Advises the Group Commander on the execution of unit training and advises UTMs, supervisors or managers within units when actions may affect productivity or mission.
- Processes classification actions in the Maintenance Information System (MIS) and initiates an AF form 2096s for classification changes.
- Plans, compiles, prioritizes, and forecasts requirements for formal school training for out-years based on retirements and other attrition projections, conversion of weapons systems, etc. and screens out-of-cycle training requests.
- Confers with NGB functional managers and Base Education and Training Manager (BETM) on waivers for positions, and identifies education and specialty qualifications requirements.
- Coordinates and disseminates training policy and program changes to supervisors and trainers.
- Advises Group staff and training activities with developing training programs, and recommends cost-effective methods to meet qualification and skill level upgrade requirements.
- Advises/coordinates authorized Mission Essential Skills Training (MEST) days with Maintenance Commanders.
- Collects and analyzes trend data and provides recommendations to supervisors.
- Briefs the Group Commander at least quarterly on the Status of Training (SOT).
- Validates schools (Formal, Type 6 and Advance Distance Learning), advises Group staff in screening and prioritizing officer and enlisted school requirements.
- Selects instructional methods that involve the development of lesson plans, task breakdowns, equipment requirements, and instructional aids when teaching the Air Force Training Course (AFTC), automated training record system, and Training Business Area (TBA).
- Maintains Master Training Plans (MTP) guides/assists supervisors with development and monitors the use of MTPs.
- Schedules and conducts formal classroom instruction during the work-week.
- Plans, organizes, and coordinates operations of the Maintenance Advance Distance Learning, and multimedia education and training programs.
- Inventories and secures course material when received as directed and notifies appropriate agency of any material discrepancies.
- Returns materials or takes destruction actions as directed by authorizing agency.
- Advertises and manages allocations for all courses to ensure allocations meet pre-requisite.
- Provides ancillary training materials to commanders and Subject Matter Experts (SME).
- Maintains liaison with activities conducting, scheduling, or supporting training requirements.
- Coordinates scheduling of training and the use of facilities.
- Plans, develops, and promotes effective utilization of media resources (examples: multimedia and distance learning).
- Ensures application procedures for officer and enlisted residence Developmental Education (DE) are complete and in accordance with prescribing directives.
- Responsible for the management of military and civilian formal school programs.
- Establishes and maintains a skills and knowledge testing program for the Maintenance Group.
- Controls and safeguards test material.
- Maintains the electronic exam program to include managing users and associated permissions, verifying identity of students, and authorizing administration of tests.
- Reviews test results to determine additional qualification and/or proficiency training and certifications for all assigned personnel.
- Serves as focal point for all Career Development Course (CDC) enrollments, reenrollments, waiver requests and two-time CDC failures for the Group and subordinate units.
- Provides guidance and oversight on waivers from assigned units to include: 3, 5 and 7 Skill Level technical school waivers, Time-in-Training waivers, CDC waivers, CDC reenrollments as well as two time CDC failures.
- Acts as the liaison between the group, units and the Force Support Squadron for all reenrollment and waiver requests.
- Evaluates packages for completeness and ensures accuracy and compliance with Higher Headquarters directives and applicable laws.
- Provides reenrollment recommendation to Host Wing/Based Education and Training OPR for approval/disapproval based on all requirements being met.
- Notifies the Force Development Office in the event of a two time CDC failure.
- Provides guidance to Unit Training Manager in the assessment of options to be recommended to the Unit Commander.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Military Grades: E1-E7
Compatible Military Assignments: Any
- Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the AFSC to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain AFSC within 1 year of appointment action.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Must maintain membership in the WA Air National Guard for continued employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
- Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
- The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
Qualifications
Applicant's demonstrated ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise validate the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience or 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Knowledge of Army or Air Force education and training programs regarding their principles and procedures. Experience in performing interviews and counseling techniques; training techniques and instruction methods; task analysis procedures, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products; effective writing skills; editing practices; instructional media application, training reporting, program and curriculum validation, and implementation procedures. Experience in scheduling training events and facilities; supporting assistance visits and training meetings; or assisting in work center and individual job qualification standard development; education institution registration requirements; and military personnel classification system and policies. Experience in the capabilities of communicative interpersonal skill applications and distance learning concepts. Experience as a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events.
Education
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
Not Applicable.
To receive credit for Education, you must provide transcripts or other documentation of proof to support your Educational claims.
Additional information
- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ().
- Military Technicians are ineligible for enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position will terminate these incentives.
-Must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
- Military Technicians in the excepted service will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a Technician.
- Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709 (f).
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
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- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Applicant's demonstrated ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise validate the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience or 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Knowledge of Army or Air Force education and training programs regarding their principles and procedures. Experience in performing interviews and counseling techniques; training techniques and instruction methods; task analysis procedures, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products; effective writing skills; editing practices; instructional media application, training reporting, program and curriculum validation, and implementation procedures. Experience in scheduling training events and facilities; supporting assistance visits and training meetings; or assisting in work center and individual job qualification standard development; education institution registration requirements; and military personnel classification system and policies. Experience in the capabilities of communicative interpersonal skill applications and distance learning concepts. Experience as a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events.
Education
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
Not Applicable.
To receive credit for Education, you must provide transcripts or other documentation of proof to support your Educational claims.
Additional information
- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ().
- Military Technicians are ineligible for enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position will terminate these incentives.
-Must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
- Military Technicians in the excepted service will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a Technician.
- Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709 (f).
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
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