FORCE INTEGRATION AND READINESS OFFICER

FORCE INTEGRATION AND READINESS OFFICER

Department: Department of the Army

Location(s): Baltimore, Maryland

Salary Range: $85447 - $111087 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FORCE INTEGRATION AND READINESS OFFICER, Position Description Number D2222000 and is part of the MD JFHQ G3, National Guard. This is an indefinite position that may become permanent without further competition. See "Additional Information" section of the announcement for further details.

Major Duties:

• The purpose of this position is to serve as a primary staff member with responsibility for force integration and readiness issues. This position performs the following duties: Plans, organizes, coordinates, implements, evaluates and provides technical guidance to units and major commands in the state. These tasks are completed as a result of detailed and comprehensive studies which require new or substantially modified work methods, procedures, and systems such as the feasibility of organization/reorganization, discontinuation, activation/deactivation, and location/relocation of units in the state's force structure. Determines the capability of a community to support a unit-based compatibility, training areas available, physical facilities, size, etc. Maintains force integration by attending force integration staff officer training. Stays informed of force management decisions through understanding of command plan. Develops and recommends plans, procedures and policies pertaining to programs such as military personnel development, equipment availability, unit assignments and utilization to improve readiness, maintenance and training. Advises management officials to adopt recommended proposals resulting in substantial changes in programs or procedures. Develops the state long range Force Integration Plan. Analyzes the management of the state ARNG Force Integration Program. Integrates new doctrine and force structure in the most effective manner possible, while maintaining acceptable readiness levels. Provides general direction on force integration actions through publication of the state long range Force Integration Plans which include evaluation of each planned action in terms of structure, personnel, equipment resources, training plans and facilities. Coordinates the development and update of Table of Distribution and Allowance (TDAs) and Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE). Analyzes new authorization documents, identifies conflicts, substantive changes and doctrinal issues, and recommends courses of action. Identifies and recommends priorities for integration of new doctrine and equipment into the existing multi-echelon, combined arms, and state training program. Establishes long term and near term milestones for force integration actions and ensures integration into the state training calendar. Develops and publishes letters of instruction for force integration actions. Manages information associated with force integration initiatives. Consolidates and provides analysis of systems-specific information contained in the Army Modernization Information Memorandum, Material Fielding Plans, organizational information found in the Table of Organization and Equipment (TOE), Force Modernization Master Plan (FMMP) and doctrinal information contained in field manuals, field and training circulars and Army Training and Evaluating programs (ARTEPs). Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Military Grades: Warrant: WO1 - CW5 Officer: O1 - O5 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: To meet basic entry qualification requirements, experience, education, or training involving skills in applying problem solving techniques; and skills in communicating effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to plan and organize work. Competencies in analysis, research, writing, and judgment typically gained through college education or progressively responsible experiences. Ability to follow established methods and procedures; use practical knowledge of the operations, procedures, and policies of specific program areas or functional assignment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Must have experience, education, or training of finance budget competencies that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures. Candidate must have an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial budget business program requirements. A candidate must have experiences and training that demonstrates the abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies, and procedures. Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of 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 and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.

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 below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12953784 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) 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 online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, 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/.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-20