This TRAINING INSTRUCTOR is located in the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTM-S/DPOT-S) of an Army National Guard Garrison Training Center (GTC) and is part of the CA Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base.
TRAINING INSTRUCTOR, GS-1712-9: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-07 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government. This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. Specialized experience may have been demonstrated by performing duties such as: Experience developing or reviewing training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results; Experience conducting training through classroom presentations and practical exercises; Experience providing advice and make recommendations to the using unit on training issues; Experience conducting simulation virtual exercises with a computer-operated control system. Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. Qualifications must be met by the closing date: You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 09/26/2025
THIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE, INDEFINITE POSITION Indefinite appointment cannot exceed 5 years. Selectee may be non-competitively converted to permanent status if/when funding becomes available or position becomes unencumbered. The primary purpose of the TRAINING INSTRUCTOR, GS-1712-9, is to accomplish training mission tasks independently by performing assignments within established guidelines and procedures. Recommends changes to and implements programs of instruction (POI). Demonstrates technical and operational knowledge and proficiency of Army and DoD designated TADSS, on overall ability to solve problems, provide continuity of operations, execute programs of instruction, safeguard for proper use the assets of the Training Support Center (TSC) and Virtual Training Facilities, and the level of customer satisfaction achieved regarding the maintenance and/or improvement in soldier/unit readiness. Presents platform and practical instruction to students (includes conducting conferences, practical exercises, lectures, and other activities), follows established lesson plans. Develops training Programs of Instruction (POI's), lesson plans, advance sheets and related materials for school and student use covering assigned blocks of material, reviews available materials to determine desired changes. Evaluates performance of members to determine effectiveness of training and provides advice and assistance in improving performance. Evaluates effectiveness of training on task-oriented skills using the virtual simulations. Drafts input and correspondence regarding virtual simulation training to the Senior Training Instructor or Training Support Officer. Reviews and provides written response on draft circulars, field manuals and other publications pertaining to virtual simulation training. Prepares and submits for approval the annual training and development plan which identifies training needs and instructional resources to meet training requirements. The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard; the incumbent is not subject to mobilization, nor is the work described part of the military mission; and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet one of the following: It does not have a comparable military function; the position is required in full-time (civilian) role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization functions; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualifications that cannot be readily found in the military structure of the state military force. May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.