Summary This job opportunity is for an AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANAGER, position description D2413000, within the of the 108th MXS New Jersey Air National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position. The purpose is to serve as the Aircraft Maintenance Manager with the assigned responsibility for directing and managing Squadron Personnel, Equipment, and overall readiness of all assigned resources. Responsibilities As an AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANAGER, GS-1601-12, you will: Direct unit's overall efforts to ensure readiness of assigned aircraft, personnel, and equipment to meet wartime, day-to-day mission requirements, and any State Active Duty to support State Emergencies. Determine goals and objectives for the squadron. Collaborate with the Group Commander/Squadron Commander and other base organizations to plan, develop and implement numerous long term plans to include: the Wing/Group Strategic Plan (mission, goals, values, objectives, etc.), Wing Commander's Inspection Program, the Base Master Plan (facilities), Communications/Computer Plan (infrastructure capabilities/upgrade), the Vehicle Replacement Plan, the Deployment Cycle Plan, Aircraft Modification Plan, Depot Input Plan, force management and recruiting/retention plans, weapon system conversions, and base supplements. Plan, organize, schedule, control, and direct unit aircraft maintenance resources to meet mission requirements. Plan, schedule, control and direct the use of all resources to ensure timely, effective and complete support of mission requirements. Coordinate with appropriate groups in the wing to ensure an integrated approach to action solutions of problems relating to fleet health, availability of aircraft, and the ability to conduct the military mission. Maintain surveillance and ensures effective operation of the maintenance program. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 employing state's 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. Areas of Consideration: All permanent, on-board, Title 32 and Title Employees within the 108th MXG New Jersey Air National Guard Military Grades: 2nd LT/ O-1 to Maj / O-4 Military Grade Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade 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: Must have experience, education or training in the following: Applying equipment maintenance work Reading engineering drawings and specifications Using test instruments, making computations, and keeping records Using computer and automation systems Specialized Experience: Must have at least 36 months of experience, education, or training in the following: Applying principles, concepts, and methods of equipment, facility, or service operations sufficient in planning assignments. Using well-established occupational methods and techniques to determine facility, grounds, equipment overhaul, maintenance, restoration, repair needs, etc. Determination of resource needs, allocation of resources, and budgeting/funding needs. Human resources management policy matters affecting the entire organization, with personnel actions affecting key employees to include Coordinating work forces and resources and negotiating with management or clients concerning problems For Supervisory positions: Managing the function of the work to be performed Leading, directing and assigning work of personnel Education There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement Additional Information Security Clearance Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment. 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 COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: 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) Bonuses For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: 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 "Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so."