FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Department: Department of the Army

Location(s): Carson City, Nevada

Salary Range: $81960 - $106543 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is for a FAMILY PROGRAM SPECIALIST, PD# NGD1741000, part of the Nevada Air National Guard. This position is located in the Joint Force Headquarters (State). The purpose of the position is to plan, coordinate, implement, execute, and manage the Family Program for National Guard members and their families and provide commanders with staff assistance in solving problems affecting the military community and in improving the quality of life and well being of members.

Major Duties:

• (1) Serves as the Joint Force Headquarters (State) staff advisor on family readiness, quality of life and other Family Program matters, which include identifying and recommending priorities. Manages and implements the family readiness and family assistance system to ensure that Family Program elements and support services are provided to military and family members. (2) Provides staff assistance to local units in accomplishing the objectives of the program. Conducts staff assistance visits to ensure policies conforms to guidance and to assist and gather information for new initiatives and direction. Analyzes and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of program operations and develops new or modified programs and/or strategies to provide quality of life programs for the readiness and well being needs of National Guard and Reserve members and their families throughout the state. Provides technical interpretation, guidance, and assistance to commanders and/or units. (3) Coordinates and facilitates communication between family members, mobilization elements, higher headquarters, inter-service agencies, other military services, local and national government and non government organizations. This may include, but is not limited to, family readiness, resource management, mobilization and deployment coordination, volunteer management, Guard Family Action Plan (GFAP) and Guard Family Team Building (GFTB), information, referral and follow up, and youth programs. (4) Prepares and disseminates information to military members and their families on family readiness to include, but not limited to, benefits, entitlements, pre-deployment, deployment and reunion issues, unit missions, and functions of the National Guard. (5) Develops and implements marketing strategies to maintain program visibility and increase awareness at all levels. Ensures proper coordination and negotiation with civilian and federal agencies is accomplished. (6) Plans and organizes all aspects of volunteer management to include recruiting, training, retaining and recognizing volunteers. Responsible for the organizing, marketing, implementing, and monitoring of the Guard Family Action Plan and Guard Family Team Building including the tracking of volunteer hours and other data for trend analysis and recognition purposes. (7) Conducts briefings, training seminars, conferences, and orientation workshops as appropriate for military and family members. (8) Oversees all budget aspects for the Family Program. Forecasts, procures and executes Army appropriated/non-appropriated and Air Force appropriated funds for the Family Program, youth program, volunteer reimbursement, and contracting. Provides guidance on locally generated funds and corporate sponsorship. Ensures full utilization of funds and compliance with all regulatory guidelines. (9) Manages and implements family readiness training and information, referral, and follow-up service for all phases of mobilization and deployment mission in response to family needs. Maximizes utilization of local community, state, regional, and national resources and networks to provide a safety net for families. Serves as the subject matter expert and advisor to the Family Assistance Center operation during periods of activation and deployment. (10) May develop and coordinate an ongoing Guard family youth program that identifies and addresses issues and concerns of youth related to Guard life. The program may include life skills, citizenship, character and leadership development; the arts; sports, fitness, leisure, and recreation; health and safety awareness; education and career development; mentoring, intervention, and support services and other programs and activities that enhance Guard family youth readiness and well-being. Secures appropriate staffing and funding. Coordinates with youth related organizations and agencies throughout the local and national community. (11) Serves as the TAG's representative on family issues at all levels. Provides consultation and advice for commanders and Guard leadership to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory guidelines and to maximize program effective. (12) Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications: In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience, education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience, education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs, evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory, staff or technical work which included study, analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies, practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12853358 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (8:59 PM Pacific Time) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the Occupational Questionnaire which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the Occupational Questionnaire, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. DO NOT Email applications directly to the HRO unless there are extenuating circumstances, Please Call the HRO contact listed in the event of extenuating circumstances.

Application Deadline: 2026-12-11