Management Analyst

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a MANAGEMENT ANALYST, Position Description Number NGT5112P01 and is part of the MD HRO, National Guard. Responsibilities 1. Manages full-time manpower requirements for the state. Reviews determinations of manpower requirements for the Army National Guard and ensures requirements are proper according to workload factors contained in various staffing standards, equipment allocations authorized by Modified Table of Organizational Equipment (MTOE) and Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) for surface maintenance requirements, projected flying hour program and flight status/pilot personnel for aviation requirements or other methodologies used in justifications of manpower requirements. Facilitates corrections to requirements and subsequent authorizations based on projected force structures and exception situations. Reviews proposed organizational structures based on management needs, local realignments, force structure changes, appropriate position classifications and agreement with the basis for the manpower requirements of the organization. Coordinates necessary changes with proper program managers and approval through appropriate Army National Guard Readiness Center offices. Reviews authorizations for all Air National Guard manpower requirements; manages Extended Unit Manning Document for local changes and necessary error corrections with applicable program analysts; coordinates projected organizational changes with affected program managers and applicable Air National Guard Readiness Center offices. Monitors fill rates of manpower requirements for agreement with National Guard Bureau's and state Adjutant General's guidance and makes recommendations for potential organizational fills based on force structure changes, funds availability and mission requirements. (30%)2. Provides broad management advisory services. Provides recommendations to managers and supervisors relative to ways to reduce turnover, prevent job dilution, facilitate career development, achieve upward mobility, and restructure jobs to facilitate recruiting. Ensures manpower structures achieve the optimum balance between economy, efficiency, skills utilization, and employee development. Advises on supervisory ratios, manpower design concepts, and organizational structures. Assists supervisors in the development of exceptions to manpower standards based on job analysis, supervisor input, and knowledge of the organization. Researches and prepares comprehensive justification for additive or deviations to manpower standards. Advises supervisors of impact of manpower changes on grade levels, organizational structure and mission accomplishment prior to affecting changes. Keeps abreast of projected force structure changes and the effects on organizational structures and impact to position management. Advises managers of methods to limit adverse impact and project enhancements based on currently filled positions and structures of organizations affected by realignments and force structure changes. (30%)3. Participates in long range planning with organizational managers to properly organize structures, to enhance mission accomplishments, classification accuracy, to ensure military compatibility, and allow for upward mobility both full-time and militarily. Recognizes problems that impact managers of other programs or human resources specialties and functions in problems of more than average difficulty and ensures effective resolution in accordance with law and regulation. (20%)4. Validates appropriate technician pay accounts for use in various organizations of the ARNG based on manpower vouchers. Determines appropriate technician allocations for all organizations of the ARNG based on NGB guidance. Makes recommendations for use in the Adjutant General's allocation guidance based on fill rates of organizations, force structure changes, upcoming structural changes to organizations, and recruitment/turn-over problems. Coordinates necessary adjustments to funding allocations based on current fill rates and Adjutant General's allocation guidance. Attends and participates in Level II PBAC meetings and projects unfunded requirements in appropriations. Assists in determinations of strength management based on allocations, appropriation availability, pending retirements/separations, force structure changes, etc. (20%)Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative, technical, or other responsible work which demonstrates analytical ability and a practical and theoretical knowledge of the functions, processes, and principles of management. Knowledge of the National Guard organizational structures, functions, procedures, and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience analyzing and interpreting policies and the procedures of higher headquarters/management as to applicability to current policies. Experience presenting and discussing complex matters in a clear and convincing manner. Experience in communicating with people from various backgrounds and circumstances. Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. Education If you are using Education to qualify for this position, Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. 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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).