Summary IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is restricted to current Military members of the Iowa Army National Guard. LOCATION: CSAR-JFHQ, Johnston, Iowa Responsibilities As a ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, GS-0303-7 your duties are below. Assists in managing the Internal Management Control Program (IMCP). Gathers and organizes IMCP material, establishes a suspense system, drafts the annual STARC plan, and provides accurate information regarding changes in the program and in the status of the IMCP submission by managers. Coaches managers, identifies trends and develops analysis tools using data from the reports. Advises of systematic strengths and weaknesses. Drafts annual, mid-year and other special reports for CAO approval and submission to the Adjutant General. Assists the Deputy STARC Commander and Chief of Staff with planning and coordination of the Command Inspection program. Assists in the development of inspection schedules; coordination of timetables with staff directorates and major commands; development of areas of inspection through analysis of prior inspection reports and identification of previous problem areas. Reviews after action reports submitted by STARC directorates to help identify ongoing problem areas. May also coordinate review of reports with the Inspector General function when requested. Oversees the officer evaluation program. Monitors suspense dates for submission of Officer Efficiency Reports (OERs) to the Chief of Staff. Reviews OERs for accuracy prior to signature by the command element. Coordinates extension of established suspense dates with the Military Personnel Section. Provides the Chief of Staff with status of all OER's and provides assistance to subordinate units where necessary. Assists in the development of policy letters which may require researching applicable directives from higher authority to ensure that no conflict will result from issuance of new policy. Coordinates draft policy with other staff directorates prior to submission for final review and approval. Maintains and administers multiple support budgets for the Command Administration Office. Maintains all files and records. Receives, inputs, monitors and records all expenditures. Receives, obligates and disperses funds for accounts. Responsible for reconciliation and auditing of accounts. Prepares and submits required reports. Resolves problems, issues and conflicts within the budgets. Sets up controls to monitor expenses during the year and recommends budget adjustments. Maintains personal contact with functional managers to discuss administrative practices and services, provides technical advice and guidance, and recommends methods and procedures where necessary. Advises other administrative personnel of latest directives regarding administrative procedures. Provides information, explains the application of regulations and resolves problems with contacts as they relate to administrative functions. Controls access to the CAO. Maintains the CAO calendar and schedule of appointments. Makes all necessary arrangements for conferences, meetings and travel. Reviews incoming correspondence, publications, regulations, and directives which may affect the supervisor, or programs within the supervisor's purview. Determines distribution and routing of incoming correspondence. Prepares and reviews outgoing correspondence for proper format and policy and procedural adherence. Maintains office files of correspondence, directives, regulations and other information. Provides for control of all-classified documents for the Command Administrative Office. Ensures that documents are properly logged and safeguarded. Performs other duties as assigned. D0930 Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 01/30/2024 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS. Military Rank Requirements: Enlisted Members (E-5 to E-6) Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-0303-7: Must have at least 12 months experience in the following: Experience in the interpretation and application of regulations, procedures or laws. Experience that provided a working knowledge of administrative functions. Experience demonstrating the ability to advise lower graded employees. Experience working independently and setting priorities with very little supervisory control. Education Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience - Completion of 2 academic years of education in an accredited college or university will satisfy the requirements for GS-4 positions. Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience for GS-5 positions. To receive credit for Education, you must provide college transcripts to support your Educational claims. Additional Information ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. If you are a male applicant 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 are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).