EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST

Summary

THIS IS A NORTH DAKOTA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This ND National Guard position is for a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D1257000 and is part of the ND G4, National Guard.

Duties

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction and assistance to state unit personnel regarding Army National Guard (ARNG) equipment and maintenance management. Serves as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of ARNG equipment. Provides advice, assistance, and guidance regarding maintenance management systems, material readiness programs, cost reduction programs, and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities. Prepares and conducts both classroom and on-the-job training designed to upgrade, improve, and/or update the knowledge and working skills of unit maintenance personnel. Develops, writes, updates, and teaches units of instruction for new equipment training. Evaluates directives to ensure adherence to standard methods, conformity in maintenance procedures, and the proper use of maintenance equipment, facilities, and personnel. Reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of equipment and maintenance management and needs for improvement of existing practices and the impact on the overall maintenance program. Qualifications

PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION. NDARNG Areas of Considerations (T32 Excepted Service) Area I: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employees (Tenure 1 & 2) Area II: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employee (Tenure 3) Area III: All NDARNG military members Area IV: All Military Members Area V: All U.S. Citizens MILITARY GRADES: Warrant Officers (WO1 to CW4) and Enlisted members (E-2 to E-9) COMPATIBILE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: WOBR: 91, 92, 94 and WMOS 882A ECMF: 88, 91, 92, 94 QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet the general experience, which is described as experience, education, or training which demonstrates: 1) the understanding of standard shop terminology; 2) a basic knowledge of mechanical principles relating to equipment; 3) the ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical publications; 4) operational functions such as repairing, overhauling, maintaining, constructing, or inspecting equipment; and 5) experience using computer and automation systems. Applicants must also meet the specialized experience and/or education requirements. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must possess at least 1 year experience at the GS-7 grade level or civilian equivalent experience, education, or training which provided knowledge and skill in: 1) applying commonly used equipment, facility, or service principles and concepts; 2) experience in the use of tools and test equipment; 3) knowledge of maintenance programs and techniques; 4) knowledge and skill in applying principles, concepts, and methods of equipment design; and 5) developing, installing, inspecting, or revising equipment maintenance programs and techniques. OR master's or equivalent graduate degree in a related field OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related Applicants who meet the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)

Education

To receive credit for education substitution, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Other 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).