Summary This National Guard position is for a HOUSING MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT, Position Description Number D0604000 and is part of Camp Ashland, Training Center Command, Nebraska Army National Guard. Responsibilities As a HOUSING MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT, GS-1173-8, duties include: 1. Assigns troop buildings, furnishings, and equipment in the cantonment area in consideration of such factors as size of units, troop numbers, type of unit, serviceability and availability of building space and desire to maintain unit integrity while effecting maximum utilization of space. 2. Schedules pre-occupancy and termination inspections. Supervises the issue and turn-in of buildings to include the conduct of joint tenant-management inspections for the purpose of providing tenant directives and instructions. Evaluating the cleanliness, maintenance, and habitability of quarters and verifying inventory of furnishings and equipment issued. 3. Manages a warehousing operation responsible for receiving; storing, and issuing furnishings and equipment; equipping troop buildings in the cantonment area; maintaining an adequate amount of furnishings and equipment to fulfill supply demands, and maintaining inventory of property accounted for by the housing division. 4. Assigns work and reviews the results of work performed. Interviews personnel and makes selections or recommendations. Assures that all training needs are met and that required cross-training is accomplished. Establishes performance standards and completes or reviews employee performance of all subordinates. Determines overall leave schedule and is responsible for accountability of all personnel assigned. Initiates personnel actions to fill, reassign, promote, change job structure, etc. Counsels employees, adjusts informal complaints and grievances through discussion with employee and union representatives and initiates disciplinary actions as needed. Ensures that employees observe regulations and rules on housekeeping, conduct and safety. 5. Coordinates the operation, maintenance, and utilization of troop buildings with other organizations in the graining site. Assure efficient and timely housing services, maintenance, alteration, minor construction, painting, and repairs. 6. Directs the billeting program for VIP housing and bachelor and transient-type quarters. Oversees issuance of certificates of nonavailability and the collection and records maintenance of costs of laundering linen, maid service, and other services directly connected with the operation of bachelor accommodations. 7. Formulates and reviews standing operating procedures pertaining to the issuance and inspection of buildings and furnishings. 8. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-7458. OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 and 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard. AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Grades: Maximum: E9/CW4; Minimum: E4/WO1; Military Grade inversion within the full time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised. Individual does not have to be currently assigned to one of these career fields to be considered for this position; however compatibility requirements must be met prior to appointment to the position. Selectee has 24 months to become qualified in a compatible military assignment. Security Clearance/Background Check requirements: In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work. Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency. Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume. Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - [email protected]; 402-309-8319. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of housing management methods, practices and operating techniques. Experience communicating information both verbally and in writing, and the ability to meet and deal with individuals and groups. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-08 - Must have at least 12 months experience at the previous lower grade and education or training in billeting management procedures and general business practices related to management of housing facilities. Experience in managing and controlling budgets, materials, manpower needs, contracts, and other viable resources. Experience developing recommendations and planning documents containing justification for housing resources. Education 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). 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.