MILITARY FUNERAL HONOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Colchester, VT Colchester, VT Full-time Full-time $58,005 - $75,404 a year $58,005 - $75,404 a year Duties The purpose of the position is to serve as the primary point of contact, coordinator, and manager of the daily functions of the Military Funeral Honors Program, and serve as the advisor for questions regarding Military Funeral Honors and to provide Casualty Assistance as required.
(1) Performs program development and the coordination of functions for the Military Funeral Honors Program (MFHP), which provides military funeral honor ceremonies for service members and veterans.
The position serves as an agency coordinator for the statewide MFHP in promotion and coordination of the program through the education of the State's National Guard, active component, veteran's service organizations, and other Veteran's advocacy groups.
Develops, implements, interprets, and publishes SOPs, policies, operating regulations, and procedures.
Plans, develops, schedules, and makes recommendations for changes to MFHP.
(2) Develops, manages, and coordinates MFHP training for the state.
Is responsible for maintaining the documentation and recording the certifications into the various NGB required systems.
Recruits, organizes, and trains National Guardsmen from within the Guard communities to render Military Funeral Honors in a professional and dignified manner.
The Military Funeral Honors Manager coordinates with NGB and the Regional Casualty Assistance Coordinator (CAC) for assistance and support in the conducting of training for the Military Funeral Honors/Casualty Assistance Programs in support of the State's Program.
(3) Serves as the primary point of contact, coordinator, and advisor for questions regarding Military Funeral Honors and/or Casualty Assistance.
Receives request for Honor Guard support, verifies eligibility, and assigns appropriate Funeral Honors Staff to perform the ceremony.
Provides advisory services to family members of deceased military members (current and former), and serves as a liaison between the family, funeral directors, veterans services organizations, Veterans Affairs offices, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Regional CAC, and other military services.
Provides assistance to the family members by advising them of the deceased member's entitlements and provides information or assistance with filling out any required forms.
Maintains files and libraries of current funeral/casualty assistance material including policies, procedures, and guidance from Department of Defense (DoD), NGB, Regional CAC, and the Veterans Administration.
(4) The Military Funeral Honors Program Coordinator (MFHPC) also interacts with the community by providing briefings on the capabilities of the program, eligibility requirements, and procedures to receive Honors, as well as the training for Military Funeral Honors.
The MFHPC works with various community Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) to provide certification for their Honor Guard Teams.
Also works to develop a cooperative network of organizations and individuals whose interaction can lead a network of professional honor guard teams in all regions of the state.
(5) MFHPC is responsible for consolidation of Military Funeral Honor's expense information used to make estimates for the program's annual operating budget.
MFHPC participates in the establishment and control of fiscal programs necessary to ensure compliance with applicable state funding rules and regulations.
MFHPC sets up controls to monitor expenses during the year and recommends budget adjustments including restructuring budget allocations to deal with changing situations and changes in the availability of funds.
Maintains and transfers funds between several unrelated appropriated fund accounts.
(6) May direct the daily activities of a small staff assigned to assist in carrying out the operations of the state program.
Assures the effective and efficient administration of activities supervised.
Plans work to be accomplished by the team, responsible for setting and adjusting short term priorities.
Assigns work to team members based on their capabilities.
Provides input to the supervisor on performance evaluations.
Advises, counsels, or instructs new employees on both work and administrative matters.
May participate in interviewing candidates for vacant positions and recommends selections, evaluates and enacts minor disciplinary measures, identifies training needs of employees and assures the conduct of such training, and develops performance standards.
(7) Serves as representative at conferences and meetings for Military Funeral Honors Programs.
(8) Performs other duties as assigned.
REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Requirements Conditions of Employment This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Vermont National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement; Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation; Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position; May be required to successfully complete a probationary period; May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required; Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service; Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform; Participation in direct deposit is mandatory; Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact 1-800-GO-GUARD or visit NATIONALGUARD.
COM/VT prior to applying for this position.
Qualifications NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED:
This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard.
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 Vermont Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact 1-800-GO-GUARD or visit NATIONALGUARD.
COM/VT prior to applying for this position.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
AREA 1, 2,3, 4 Area I:
All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure:
1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Vermont National Guard members who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed.
Area II:
All Members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
Area III:
Currently assigned service members in other branches of the military outside of the VTNG, to include those assigned to Active Duty, Reserve or other state's National Guard.
Area IV:
All individuals able to and willing to become members of the Vermont National Guard.
Military Grade/Rank:
PVT/E1 through MSG/E8 Minimum Requirements:
Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration.
Experience using computer and automation systems.
Specialized
Experience:
Must have at least 24 months experience, education or training in any position that required compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc.
, and required person-to-person contacts to convey information.
Applicants must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled.
Applicants must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management.
Experience developing administrative procedures.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
.
Applicants are not required to possess the MOS but must become compatible within one year of appointment.
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.
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.
Please be advised:
1.
Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2.
An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3.
It must be documented with from (mm/yy) and to (mm/yy) dates and description of the specialized experience.
4.
If education or a degree is required as part of the Specialized Experience, you must include transcripts.
Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Education There are no specific educational requirements for this position.
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).
Vermont Army National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician.
Applicants should contact the VTARNG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
- Knowledge of applicable military regulations, policies, and directives relating to Military Funeral Honors and Military Drill and Ceremony.
- Knowledge of deceased service member's entitlements and forms relating to the entitlements.
- Skill in managing a program including problem solving, motivating others to take necessary actions, and negotiating the allocation of resources for the program.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship, using tact and diplomacy in interacting with individuals/families and program support representatives.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally with individuals, supervisors, and management.
- Ability to provide briefings and training to staff and units to obtain their support for the program.
- Ability to collect and disseminate information, and evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, and needs of the training program.
- Ability to evaluate and maintain the NGB required databases used to identify and track the level of support and costs associated with each ceremony.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the media, veterans' organizations, the State's National Guard, funeral home directors, and the public in general.
Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies:
1.
Personnel And Human Resources 2.
Financial Management 3.
Teamwork 4.
Interpersonal Skills 5.
Oral Communication 6.
Written Communication 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resume:
resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.
g.
, 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.
), hours per week and salary.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.
Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.
Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2.
AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).
Other supporting documents (as applicable):
For current Federal employees:
Latest SF50, Personnel Action.
Helpful Hints for Applying:
Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.
If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received.
Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.
You must submit transcripts when required.
Photocopies are acceptable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information Nathan Brimmer Phone (802)338-3634 Email email protected Address Vermont Army National Guard Military Personnel Office 789 Vermont National Guard Road, GMA Colchester, VT 05446 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resume:
resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.
g.
, 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.
), hours per week and salary.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.
Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.
Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2.
AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).
Other supporting documents (as applicable):
For current Federal employees:
Latest SF50, Personnel Action.
Helpful Hints for Applying:
Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.
If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received.
Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.
You must submit transcripts when required.
Photocopies are acceptable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help This job is open to Federal employees - Excepted service Current excepted service federal employees.
National Guard & reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Veterans Clarification from the agency Area I:
All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 Technicians.
Area II:
All Members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
Area III:
Currently assigned service members in other branches of the military outside of the VTNG, to include those assigned to Active Duty, Reserve or other state's National Guard.
Area IV:
All individuals able to and willing to become members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
(1) Performs program development and the coordination of functions for the Military Funeral Honors Program (MFHP), which provides military funeral honor ceremonies for service members and veterans.
The position serves as an agency coordinator for the statewide MFHP in promotion and coordination of the program through the education of the State's National Guard, active component, veteran's service organizations, and other Veteran's advocacy groups.
Develops, implements, interprets, and publishes SOPs, policies, operating regulations, and procedures.
Plans, develops, schedules, and makes recommendations for changes to MFHP.
(2) Develops, manages, and coordinates MFHP training for the state.
Is responsible for maintaining the documentation and recording the certifications into the various NGB required systems.
Recruits, organizes, and trains National Guardsmen from within the Guard communities to render Military Funeral Honors in a professional and dignified manner.
The Military Funeral Honors Manager coordinates with NGB and the Regional Casualty Assistance Coordinator (CAC) for assistance and support in the conducting of training for the Military Funeral Honors/Casualty Assistance Programs in support of the State's Program.
(3) Serves as the primary point of contact, coordinator, and advisor for questions regarding Military Funeral Honors and/or Casualty Assistance.
Receives request for Honor Guard support, verifies eligibility, and assigns appropriate Funeral Honors Staff to perform the ceremony.
Provides advisory services to family members of deceased military members (current and former), and serves as a liaison between the family, funeral directors, veterans services organizations, Veterans Affairs offices, National Guard Bureau (NGB), Regional CAC, and other military services.
Provides assistance to the family members by advising them of the deceased member's entitlements and provides information or assistance with filling out any required forms.
Maintains files and libraries of current funeral/casualty assistance material including policies, procedures, and guidance from Department of Defense (DoD), NGB, Regional CAC, and the Veterans Administration.
(4) The Military Funeral Honors Program Coordinator (MFHPC) also interacts with the community by providing briefings on the capabilities of the program, eligibility requirements, and procedures to receive Honors, as well as the training for Military Funeral Honors.
The MFHPC works with various community Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) to provide certification for their Honor Guard Teams.
Also works to develop a cooperative network of organizations and individuals whose interaction can lead a network of professional honor guard teams in all regions of the state.
(5) MFHPC is responsible for consolidation of Military Funeral Honor's expense information used to make estimates for the program's annual operating budget.
MFHPC participates in the establishment and control of fiscal programs necessary to ensure compliance with applicable state funding rules and regulations.
MFHPC sets up controls to monitor expenses during the year and recommends budget adjustments including restructuring budget allocations to deal with changing situations and changes in the availability of funds.
Maintains and transfers funds between several unrelated appropriated fund accounts.
(6) May direct the daily activities of a small staff assigned to assist in carrying out the operations of the state program.
Assures the effective and efficient administration of activities supervised.
Plans work to be accomplished by the team, responsible for setting and adjusting short term priorities.
Assigns work to team members based on their capabilities.
Provides input to the supervisor on performance evaluations.
Advises, counsels, or instructs new employees on both work and administrative matters.
May participate in interviewing candidates for vacant positions and recommends selections, evaluates and enacts minor disciplinary measures, identifies training needs of employees and assures the conduct of such training, and develops performance standards.
(7) Serves as representative at conferences and meetings for Military Funeral Honors Programs.
(8) Performs other duties as assigned.
REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Requirements Conditions of Employment This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Vermont National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement; Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation; Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position; May be required to successfully complete a probationary period; May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required; Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service; Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform; Participation in direct deposit is mandatory; Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact 1-800-GO-GUARD or visit NATIONALGUARD.
COM/VT prior to applying for this position.
Qualifications NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED:
This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard.
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 Vermont Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact 1-800-GO-GUARD or visit NATIONALGUARD.
COM/VT prior to applying for this position.
OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
AREA 1, 2,3, 4 Area I:
All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure:
1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Vermont National Guard members who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed.
Area II:
All Members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
Area III:
Currently assigned service members in other branches of the military outside of the VTNG, to include those assigned to Active Duty, Reserve or other state's National Guard.
Area IV:
All individuals able to and willing to become members of the Vermont National Guard.
Military Grade/Rank:
PVT/E1 through MSG/E8 Minimum Requirements:
Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration.
Experience using computer and automation systems.
Specialized
Experience:
Must have at least 24 months experience, education or training in any position that required compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc.
, and required person-to-person contacts to convey information.
Applicants must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled.
Applicants must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management.
Experience developing administrative procedures.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
.
Applicants are not required to possess the MOS but must become compatible within one year of appointment.
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.
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.
Please be advised:
1.
Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2.
An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3.
It must be documented with from (mm/yy) and to (mm/yy) dates and description of the specialized experience.
4.
If education or a degree is required as part of the Specialized Experience, you must include transcripts.
Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Education There are no specific educational requirements for this position.
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).
Vermont Army National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician.
Applicants should contact the VTARNG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
- Knowledge of applicable military regulations, policies, and directives relating to Military Funeral Honors and Military Drill and Ceremony.
- Knowledge of deceased service member's entitlements and forms relating to the entitlements.
- Skill in managing a program including problem solving, motivating others to take necessary actions, and negotiating the allocation of resources for the program.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship, using tact and diplomacy in interacting with individuals/families and program support representatives.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally with individuals, supervisors, and management.
- Ability to provide briefings and training to staff and units to obtain their support for the program.
- Ability to collect and disseminate information, and evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, and needs of the training program.
- Ability to evaluate and maintain the NGB required databases used to identify and track the level of support and costs associated with each ceremony.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the media, veterans' organizations, the State's National Guard, funeral home directors, and the public in general.
Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies:
1.
Personnel And Human Resources 2.
Financial Management 3.
Teamwork 4.
Interpersonal Skills 5.
Oral Communication 6.
Written Communication 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.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resume:
resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.
g.
, 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.
), hours per week and salary.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.
Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.
Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2.
AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).
Other supporting documents (as applicable):
For current Federal employees:
Latest SF50, Personnel Action.
Helpful Hints for Applying:
Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.
If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received.
Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.
You must submit transcripts when required.
Photocopies are acceptable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Agency contact information Nathan Brimmer Phone (802)338-3634 Email email protected Address Vermont Army National Guard Military Personnel Office 789 Vermont National Guard Road, GMA Colchester, VT 05446 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resume:
resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.
g.
, 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.
), hours per week and salary.
If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.
Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.
Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2.
AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).
Other supporting documents (as applicable):
For current Federal employees:
Latest SF50, Personnel Action.
Helpful Hints for Applying:
Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone.
Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for.
Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience.
Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.
If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received.
Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.
You must submit transcripts when required.
Photocopies are acceptable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help This job is open to Federal employees - Excepted service Current excepted service federal employees.
National Guard & reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Veterans Clarification from the agency Area I:
All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 Technicians.
Area II:
All Members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
Area III:
Currently assigned service members in other branches of the military outside of the VTNG, to include those assigned to Active Duty, Reserve or other state's National Guard.
Area IV:
All individuals able to and willing to become members of the Vermont Army National Guard.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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