Summary This job opportunity is for an SUPERVISORY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST, position description D1253000, within the SMMO of the New Jersey Army National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position. The purpose of this position is to provide instruction and assistance to state unit personnel regarding Army National Guard (ARNG) equipment and maintenance management. Responsibilities As an SUPERVISORY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST, GS-1670-11, you will: Supervise, instruct, and train subordinates in the performance of work. Responsible for overall direction, coordination, and management of the surface equipment materiel readiness program and training of maintenance personnel. Develop and direct implementation of mission support plans for new weapon systems or equipment entering the state's inventory for their impact on the surface maintenance community. Ensure equal opportunity for subordinates in the selection of participants for training, promotions, awards and recognition, and other career development opportunities. May serve as a member of the State Readiness Committee and as Chief of the MAIT. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Areas of Consideration: CAT 1 All permanent, Indefinite on-board, Title 32 Employees within the SMMO. Military Grades: Min rank: WO1 to Max rank: CW3 Additional Employment Requirements: Participation in direct deposit is mandatory May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service Qualifications General Experience: Knowledge of standard shop terminology Mechanical principles relating to equipment Ability to read and interpret blue prints and technical publications Repairing, overhauling, maintaining, constructing, or inspecting equipment Using computer and automation systems Specialized Experience: Must have 36 months of the following experience(s): overseeing and implementing a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems in a maintenance function preparing budgets based on plans for maintenance, repair work, new construction alteration projects, replacement of existing equipment, or increase in services and processes to ensure program effectiveness. Education There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Bonuses Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment. Telework The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval. NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (- Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade) IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED Military Grades: Min rank: WO1 to Max rank: CW3 Proof of military grade may be requested by the Human Resources Office prior to referral or interview. Officer- include ORB- AIM 2 - Officer Dashboard (army.mil) Army Enlisted include SRB- https://myerb.ahrs.army.mil/soldierLogin.do Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet.