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Job SummaryThis National Guard position is for a TRAINING INSTRUCTOR (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2987000 and is part of the Florida National Guard.
QualificationsAREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open to Category 1: All permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the agency Category 3: All current military members of the Florida National Guard; and Category 4: All individuals who qualify for membership in the Florida National Guard and are willing to become T32 Dual Status technicians. First consideration will be given to Category 1. PCS: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, MAY be authorized. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses will be granted ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. Recruitment / Relocation: Incentive MAY be authorized. ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. FLNG BUS Code 8888: This position is "excluded" and ineligible for labor organization representation. Military Grades: Enlisted: E4 thru E7 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:GS09 Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or the equivalent which provides knowledge and/or experience in conducting or developing education and training programs. Experience conducting, supervising, or developing education or training programs. An understanding of the Army or Air Force education and training policy requirements. Experiences in working programs to include developmental education, voluntary education, advanced academic education, promotion testing, and libraries. Knowledge of audio-visual presentation, educational tests, and measurements, and instructing techniques. Experience in performing interviews and counseling techniques; training techniques and instruction methods; task analysis procedures, learning processes, curriculum development, training evaluations, and education and training systems and products; effective writing skills; editing practices; instructional media application, training reporting, program and curriculum validation, and implementation procedures. Experience in scheduling training events and facilities; supporting assistance visits and training meetings; or assisting in work center and individual job qualification standard development; education institution registration requirements; and military personnel classification system and policies. Experience in the capabilities of communicative interpersonal skill applications and distance learning concepts. Experience as a participant and presenter during training and military or civilian conference events.
Major DutiesAs a Training Instructor, GS-1712-09, you will conduct training through classroom presentations and practical exercises. Serves as Virtual Training Aids Devices Simulators & Simulations (TADSS) Training Instructor for the training development and instructional work in simulations for the TSC to include but not limited to the Engagement Skills Trainer 2 (EST2), the Call for Fire Trainer (CFFT), Virtual Convoy Operations Trainer (VCOT), and the Virtual Battle Space (VBS) 2 Gaming System and training, aids, devices, simulators, and simulations (TADSS) related to the Synthetic Training Environment (STE). Follows a prescribed training program as outlined by Department of the Army (DA). Contacts and utilizes the expertise of National Simulation Center training and simulation agencies and NGB-ARNG Training Support (TRS) for maintaining a current training program which meets DA regulatory requirements. 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. Makes changes in material, including supporting documents, aids and devices, and manner of platform and practical presentation, insuring conformance to applicable format and regulatory guidance. Conducts training to provide expert military knowledge of virtual battle simulations and to place emphasis on the Mission Essential Task List (METL) and the commander's intent. Conducts training in such a way as to assist the Active Army, Reserve, National Guard force and civilian agencies in always improving their job knowledge. Provides results through instructional ability and common knowledge of military operations and virtual simulation procedures. Controls student activities and behavior for effective learning conditions; responds to student reactions, questions, and performance without omitting established objectives, assists individual students experiencing difficulties grasping the material. Administers written and practical evaluations and checks on availability and condition of needed equipment, and TADSS. Assists in making any changes required to virtual simulation instructions due to changes in the regulations that cover the simulation requirements for the ARNG GTC TSC. Monitors master schedules for each program of instruction (POI) of each course, detailing daily what is covered and the sequencing of blocks for the extent of the course specifying the order of blocks, the hours for each, the type of instruction (e.g., conference, practical exercise, etc.), the number of instructors, and any other elements such as holidays, ceremonies and other pertinent circumstances affecting the course flow. Provides a practical knowledge of instructional methods and materials to conduct courses in battle simulations and instructions. Maintains accountability of assigned TADSS in accordance with applicable Army, ARNG and local regulations, policies, and procedures. On occasion assist in the TSC warehouse to prepare TADSS for use, maintaining accountability, and conducting maintenance to ensure TADSS are fully mission capable.