ANNOUNCEMENT # 24-04-01
POSITION TITLE: Group Senior Enlisted Leader
GRADE: SMSgt/E8 Promotable NTE CMSgt/E9
AFSC: 9G100
LOCATION: Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA
UNIT: 192d Operations Group, 192d Wing
OPENING DATE: 5 Apr 2024
CLOSING DATE: 20 Apr 2024
WHO MAY APPLY: Open to all members of the Virginia Air National Guard in any AFSC in grades SMSgt/E-8 promotable NTE CMSgt/E-9 (contingent on control grade availability).
CROSS TRAINING AUTHORIZED: N/A ASVAB SCORE REQUIRED: N/A
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet all selection criteria IAW ANGI 36-101 Chapter 5, AFI 36-2905, AFI 48-123.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is located in an Air National Guard Wing, at the Group level under direct supervision of the group commander. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the principal advisor to the group commander for enlisted and other operational matters. The group Senior Enlisted Leader provides leadership and management in organizing, training, and equipping assigned airmen (drill-status, Active Guard Reserve, Title 5 employees and Title 32 dual status technicians) in subordinate squadrons to support the Air and Space Expeditionary Forces construct.
MAJOR DUTIES:
1. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Advises on selection of candidates for vacancies, development opportunities, details, and reassignments; considers skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and Military Equal Opportunity (MEO) and diversity objectives. Applies MEO principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions; and, ensures fair treatment of all personnel in a manner free of discrimination. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees accountable for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers’ performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Periodically reviews position descriptions to ensure accuracy and the most effective utilization of personnel resources. Explains classification determinations to subordinate employees. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Mediates and resolves employee complaints and refers unresolved complaints to higher-level management. Initiates actions to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as, warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters. Prepares documentation to support actions taken. Identifies employees’ developmental needs and provides or arranges for training (formal and on-the-job) to maintain and improve job performance. Promulgates self-development. Administers leave program; approves master leave schedules to assure adequate coverage for peak workloads
and traditional holiday vacation time. Ensures education and compliance with security directives for employees with access to classified or sensitive material. Recognizes and takes action to correct situations posing a threat to the health and safety of all airmen. (25%)
2. Advises the group commander on assigned program areas of responsibility. Is a key enlisted leader who operates independently and is essential to mission effectiveness. Serves as the senior enlisted advisor to group leadership and provides support and assistance to the flight, squadron, division, and group. Develops procedures and guidelines to ensure that all airmen are trained, equipped, and provided with required logistical support to attain and maintain
operational readiness to meet wartime tasking’s. Manages, reviews, and audits the Unit Manpower Document (UMD), prepares manpower change requests for the commander’s approval; and, updates the Unit Personnel Management Roster (UPMR). Provides oversight on unit reenlistment and extension programs. Advises the group commander on enlisted roles regarding assigned program status, actual or potential problems, resources and changes that may impact mission effectiveness. Acts in a staff advisory role in regards to the development of short and long-range solutions to complex and on-going problems. Initiates or recommends policy, procedural, or program changes to resolve problems. Serves on various military or civic panels, and subcommittees at the state, regional, and national levels. (25%)
3. Advises, carries out, and monitors the Group Commander’s organizational policies, programs, and standards applicable to the enlisted force. Advises and initiates recommendations in matters pertaining to all airmen. Manages, studies, analyzes, and oversees the administration, coordination, planning, development, and execution of programs within their respective group for all airmen. Places particular emphasis on readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, performance, training, assignment, reassignment, and utilization as they affect the service contributions of all
airmen in the accomplishment of federal, state, and local missions. Ensures comprehensive
individual and unit indoctrination specific to mission awareness, as well as, prevention and
resolution of complex issues affecting all airmen. Identifies group requirements and develops
comprehensive staff plans that support goals and objectives applicable to all functional areas
within the group. Conducts studies to develop plans and programs designed to develop and
maintain high esprit-de-corps and morale among all airmen in accordance with The Enlisted
Force Structure. (30%)
4. Develops, participates, and provides guidance in planning, publicizing, and administering
ANG enlisted awards, recognition and promotion programs. Provides guidance to flight,
squadron, division, and group level personnel to assure proper dissemination, clarification, and
administration of personnel policies. Coordinates with and advises the Group Commander on
enlisted nominations for awards and assignment to key enlisted positions. Ensures prompt and
appropriate recognition of all airmen. Establishes and monitors professional development of all
airmen. Evaluates, oversees, and supports enlisted professional military education and
professional development programs. Promotes welfare programs that provide all airmen
guidance on qualifications, advancement, benefits, retirement, and provides commanders with
recommendations to resolve problems. (10%)
5. Serves as the commanders representative at staff meetings and councils and when
conducting tours through group areas. Makes frequent contact with all airmen to champion
commanders’ strategies. Promotes continuous process improvement and innovative efforts that
improve cost, quality, or time. Participates in, monitors, and advises the Commander on
compliance with Air Force Fitness Standards and disciplinary actions. Oversees the
development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other guides that further the
understanding among all airmen and provide dynamic motivation for efforts toward attainment of
readiness. Ensures employers and all airmen area ware of their rights and obligations under the
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). (10%)
SPECIAL INFORMATION
1. Except for mobilization or other emergency, member accepted for tour will not be subject to permanent change of duty location without his/her consent. Retention in the program will be subject to continued satisfactory performance as determined by the supervisor and/or commander.
2. Individuals selected for AGR tours must meet the Preventative Health Assessment (PHA)/physical qualifications outlined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examination and Standards. They must also be current in all Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) requirements to include immunizations. RCPHA/PHA and dental must be conducted not more than 12 months prior to entry on AGR duty and an HIV test must be completed not more than six months prior to the start date of the AGR tour.
3. IAW ANGI 36-101, para 5.5. AGR Airmen are subject to the provisions of ANGI 10-248, Air National Guard (ANG) Fitness Program until superseded by AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program. Airmen must meet the minimum requirements for each fitness component in addition to scoring an overall composite of 75 or higher for entry into the AGR program. For members with a documented DLC which prohibits them from performing one or more components of the Fitness Assessment, an overall "Pass" rating is required.
4. Existing ANG promotion policies apply and grade ceilings established by ANGI 36-101.
5. At the option of supervisor/nominating official, applicants are subject to personal interview upon notification of time and place. Necessary travel is at applicant’s expense.
6. Airmen who voluntarily resigned from the AGR Program in lieu of adverse personnel actions, or who have been involuntarily separated from the AGR Program are not eligible to reenter the program.
7. All notifications of selection are conditional until verification of security clearance, medical clearance and HRO approval.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must submit the following documents in ONE SINGLE PDF package (you can use the adobe portfolio function). INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
1. Completed NGB Form 34-1, Application for Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) Position https://www.ngbpmc.ng.mil/Forms/NGB-Forms/
2. Current Report of Individual Personnel (RIP)/Records Review, dated within last 30 days (Go to vMPF, select “Record Review/Update”, select “View/Print All Pages”, then print as Adobe pdf).
3. Current Individual Fitness Report from the Fitness Management System
4. Current Point Credit Accounting Report System (PCARS) (in vMPF select “Self Service Actions” link, then select “Personal Data”, select “ANG/USAFR Point Credit Summary Inquiry (PCARS)" and then finally select “View All” to print as pdf); if Active Duty submit the equivalent form of an AF 1613 or Statement of Service
(Branch equivalent documents authorized)
5. Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) Report (AF Portal)
EEO POLICY STATEMENT: Consideration for this position will be without regard to sex, age, handicap (except where required by military regulations), race, color, national origin, religion, lawful political affiliation or membership/non-membership in an employee organization.
Submit applications by email to:
ng.va.vaarng.list.wing-agr-mailbox-access@army.mil;