Job summary

This National Guard position is for a Historian (INDEF) (TITLE 32), the Position Description Number D1198000 and is part of the PAO, located in Draper, UT with the Utah National Guard. The selecting supervisor for this vacancy is LTC Chris Kroeber. IAW UTNGR 690-12 dated AUG 2022 and LIUNA-UTARNG CBA dated 11 OCT 2022, Priority will be given to all current, onboard employees of the UTARNG.

Major duties

MAJOR DUTIES: This is not an all-inclusive list Collects Documents and Artifacts. Obtains documents, published articles, photographs, videos and other Artifacts relating to significant historical events involving the state's National Guard and determines which records need to be researched. Collects information from correspondence, messages, memorandums, decision papers, and similar materials to document a variety of events. Conducts interviews of participants of events of historical significance, including a variety of players to present a total "picture" of an event; crosschecks data gathered to determine historical authenticity and accuracy of documented information; employs a thorough knowledge of historical records and familiarity with other agency repositories in order to research appropriate data; examines cross-references for complementary information, and if necessary acquires information determine their historical significance. Writes Summaries/Narratives/Articles. Assists the state's Adjutant General (TAG), Chief, National Guard Bureau (CNGB), and other Department of Defense (DoD) speechwriters as required; produces summaries and narratives for special research projects as assigned. Plans, prepares, and conducts Public Outreach Programs. Assists Unit Commanders/Unit Historians. Manages Storage Plan/Archives Material Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Military Rank: Enlisted, Warrant Officer, Officer Compatible Military Assignments: 46 series. Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. National Guard Membership is required. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Medical screening will be completed upon selection for hire. Soldiers who accept a technician position may be terminated from the Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP). Potential for Incentive Pay This position is eligible to be in the union: Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 1776. Position may be telework eligible after completion of probationary period based on the needs of the organization.

Qualification

*Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position. **Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit. Minimum Requirements A. Degree: history; or related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history. OR B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in history, or a major in a related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Specialized Experience: Have experience that provided knowledge of established historical research methods and techniques, to include collection, evaluation, and analysis of historical facts. Experience conducting comprehensive evaluations and making presentations. Experience preparing reports and other written communication. Experience and skill with problem solving. Experience or knowledge of the National Guard history and operational capabilities.

Education

A. Degree: history; or related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history. OR B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in history, or a major in a related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. **You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.** All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Category Rating: Your application will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Once the application process is complete, a review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are: 1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position. 2. Well Qualified: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for this position. 3. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS 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.