An ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, GS-0341-12, as the full-time representative of the Commander, oversees the development of unit goals. Ensures goals are in consonance with higher headquarters direction and local limitations. Oversees the development and execution of long- and short-range plans and programs. Provides a focus for all unit functions and activities.
Provides instructions and guidance to staff sections in the conduct of daily activities. Makes day-to-day decisions for the commander in the areas of personnel and equipment assignments, instructions to staff members, and replies to requests from higher headquarters or local authorities. Makes assignments based on priorities, degree of difficulty, and requirements of the assignment.
Manages the full-time personnel program for the organization. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work of subordinates. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters. Trains employee(s) in assigned duties and responsibilities. Makes work assignments to employees, considers employees capabilities, established performance standards, evaluates work performance, gives advice and counsel to employees, interviews candidates for positions and approves selection, establishes priorities, ensures technical quality of work products, initiates personnel actions, approves leave, resolves employee complaints, and exercises disciplinary control.
Promotes acceptance and adherence of programs such as Sexual Assault Response Program, Equal Employment Opportunity, Federal Women's Program, Labor Management Relations, and other special emphasis programs.
Provides oversight for readiness reports. Evaluates organizational readiness reports and develops recommendations for improvement/modification to the organizational priorities based on ever-changing needs of the organization. Analyzes proposed changes and determines effects on organizational readiness and the ability of organization to accomplish assigned missions.
Executes command level inspection program for the organization. Conducts reviews and recommends changes to command policies, activities, programs, and ensures the organization is progressing toward the desired readiness goals.
Keeps up to date with new policies, regulations and directives. Reviews, provides input and finalizes studies relating to new force structure, reorganization, relocation of units, personnel practices, etc.
Serves as principal representative of the National Guard (and unit commander) in the community. Provides support for community activities such as parades, celebrations, military funerals, etc. Coordinates with elected officials, civic organization officials and school officials for recruiting activities, community support projects, natural disaster or civil disturbance planning. Coordinates with local media as necessary.
Ensures the National Guard armories and other facilities under the control of the command are properly utilized and cared for. Arranges for repair, upkeep, and custodial services for the facilities. Ensures proper security measures are established and followed. Ensures audits and reviews of armory rentals and unit accounts are conducted.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: This position works on a 5/4/9 compressed work schedule that consists of a 5-day workweek, then a 4-day workweek (eight 9-hour days and one 8-hour day and an SDO, Scheduled Day Off) to complete the 80-hour pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements.
Telework: ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK"
Starting at $88,324 Per Year (GS 12)