Department of the Army

READINESS TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Smyrna, Tennessee Full time

READINESS TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32)

Department: Department of the Army

Location(s): Smyrna, Tennessee

Salary Range: $55882 - $72644 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a READINESS TECHNICIAN (TITLE 32), Position Description Number NGD1094000 and is part of the TN ARMY National Guard. This vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians (ACT), Chapter 103 (Volunteer Chapter).

Major Duties:

  • As a GS-0303-08, READINESS TECHNICIAN, you will advise the commander on training, logistics, personnel and unit mobilization readiness requirements and ensures the unit develops, updates, and maintains comprehensive mobilization plans. Serve as primary point of contact for input into the unit readiness reports. Manage the military school program of the unit. Prepare and/or review training directives, individual training records, operation orders, mobilization plans, SOP's, and readiness reports. Forecast, allocate, and monitor the usage of training ammunition for the unit. As directed, ensure the armory is properly cared for, safeguarded and the process for rental of the facility is handled in accordance with governing directives. Maintain working relationships with local officials, clubs, etc., for a variety of purposes such as armory security coordination with police, suitability investigations, armory rental, unit participation in celebrations; or, fund raising drives, emergency operations and homeland security, and to provide public information about the National Guard. Coordinate the recruiting and retention efforts of the unit with full-time Recruiting and Retention personnel. Perform recruiting duties to maintain the unit at authorized strength. Work with other assigned full-time support personnel, to care for, clean, and maintain the National Guard Armory to include lawn care and general maintenance. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Military Grades: E-4 through E-6 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, or at least 12 months experience in the interpretation and application of regulations, procedures or laws. Experience that provided a thorough knowledge of administrative functions. Experience utilizing research tools. Experience providing guidance and setting priorities.

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/12903447 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: 2026-03-20