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Position Title: MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS SPECIALIST
Agency: Army National Guard Units
Announcement Number: AK-10735779-T5-20-106-B Opens in new window
Open Period: Saturday, February 29, 2020 to Monday, March 16, 2020

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1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

Due to the systems default setting, the question below states: "Temporary Position" however, this position is an Indefinite Position. Please refer to the job announcement for the definition of indefinite.

1. Would you accept a temporary appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

Area 1 candidates are those individuals who are current onboard AKNG T5 Competitive or Excepted Service Employees.

1. Are you a current Onboard AKNG T5 Competitive or Excepted Service Employee?

A. Yes

B. No

2. If you answered Yes to Question 1, please indicate your current Pay Schedule (GS or WG), Grade and Position Title in the space provided below:

Area 2 candidates are those individuals who are current onboard AKNG T32 Excepted Service Employees.

3. If you answered No to Question 1, are you a current onboard AKNG T32 Excepted Service Employee?

A. Yes

B. No

4. If you answered Yes to Question 2, please indicate your current Pay Schedule (GS or WG), Grade and Position Title in the space provided below:

Area 3 candidates are all current military members of the AKNG.

5. If you answered No to Question 2, are you a current military member of the AKNG?

A. Yes

B. No

6. If you answered Yes to Question 3, please indicate your Military Grade, Duty Title, Component (Army, Air, etc…) and Specialty Code (MOS, AFSC, etc…) in the space provided below:

Area 4 candidates are all other current Federal Employees.

7. If you answered No to Question 3, are you a current Federal Employee?

A. Yes

B. No

8. If you answered Yes to Question 4, please indicate your current Pay Schedule (GS or WG), Grade and Position Title in the space provided below:

Area 5 candidates are all other former Federal Employees with Reinstatement Eligibility.

9. If you answered No to Question 4, are you a former Federal Employee with Reinstatement Eligibility?

A. Yes

B. No

10. If you answered Yes to Question 5, please indicate your former Pay Schedule (GS or WG), Grade and Position Title in the space provided below:

Area 6 candidates are all U.S. Citizens.

11. If you answered No to Question 5, are you a U.S Citizen?

A. Yes

B. No

Please answer the questions listed below.

Specialized Experience at the GS-07 - To qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level OR 1 full year of graduate level education OR superior academic achievement OR a combination of experience and education as described above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. To qualify for this position, do you possess:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level. Examples of specialized experience include: Serve as fully independent advisor within geographical area of responsibility in accomplishing all objectives of the Soldier & Family Readiness Program (SFRP) for the Army National Guard to maximize retention and readiness. Manages and operates family assistance center and provide assistance to commands within geographical area of responsibility in support of the SFRP. Provide training and technical support to Commanders and Family Readiness Liaisons to support their Unit Family Readiness program and Soldier & Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs). Submit information to support development and budget forecasting to support the Soldier and Family Readiness Support Program to higher headquarters.

OR

B. Superior Academic Achievement (It recognizes students who have achieved superior academic standing) OR 1 full year of graduate level education. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours will be considered as satisfying the one year of full-time study requirement.
**NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using education or Superior Academic Achievement, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR

C. A combination of experience as described in "A" above and education as described in "B" above. Only education in excess of that required for a Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree may be used when combining education and experience to meet the total qualification requirements.
**NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using a combination of experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

A. Yes

B. No

Specialized Experience at the GS-09 - To qualify for this position, you must have at least 1 year equivalent to at least GS-7 OR master's or equivalent graduate degree, 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, LL.B. or J.D., if related OR a combination of experience and education as described above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

2. A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level. Examples of specialized experience include: Serve as fully independent advisor within geographical area of responsibility in accomplishing all objectives of the Soldier & Family Readiness Program (SFRP) for the Army National Guard to maximize retention and readiness. Manages and operates family assistance center and provide assistance to commands within geographical area of responsibility in support of the SFRP. Provide training and technical support to Commanders and Family Readiness Liaisons to support their Unit Family Readiness program and Soldier & Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs). Submit information to support development and budget forecasting to support the Soldier and Family Readiness Support Program to higher headquarters.

OR

B. Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.

**NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using education, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

OR

C. A combination of experience as described in "A" above and education as described in "B" above. Only education in excess of that required for a Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree may be used when combining education and experience to meet the total qualification requirements. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grade GS-9.
**NOTE: In order to qualify for this position using a combination of experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

A. Yes

B. No

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

3. Serve as fully independent advisor within geographical area of responsibility in accomplishing all objectives of the Soldier & Family Readiness Program (SFRP) for the Army National Guard to maximize retention and readiness.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

4. Manages and operates family assistance center and provide assistance to commands within geographical area of responsibility in support of the SFRP.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

5. Provide training and technical support to Commanders and Family Readiness Liaisons to support their Unit Family Readiness program and Soldier & Family Readiness Groups (SFRGs).

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

6. Submit information to support development and budget forecasting to support the Soldier and Family Readiness Support Program to higher headquarters.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

7. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal Service (5 C.F.R Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

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