Location: Indianapolis, IN
Company: United States Army
date can be set. To learn more about minimum qualifications to join the Army Reserve, visit Duties Serve as a Staff Operations and Training Specialist in an Army Reserve Battalion or equivalent size unit. Provide technical advice and guidance on setting up and operating plans and programs, relevant administrative tasks, and responsibilities.
Review training systems and networks, various training circulars, master training schedules, inspections and test results, and other publications to determine unit and individual training requirements. Process actions through Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) related to attendance. Draft implementing instructions to ensure compliance
or uniform application. Review mobilization plans and directives issued by higher headquarters and monitor implementation. Perform staff assistance visits and inspections to ensure units are fully informed of and comply with directives and procedures in accordance with Army Organizational Inspection Program procedures.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. THIS POSITION REQUIRES ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP AS A SOLDIER IN THE U. S. ARMY RESERVE (USAR). Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order
to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e. g. Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e. g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is. Specialized Experience : One year of specialized experience which includes providing advice and/or instruction on training; performing staff assistance visits and inspections to ensure units are fully informed of and comply with directives and procedures; reviewing training plans, reports and regulations to determine training needs; maintaining training records; and organizing and coordinating training requirements utilizing automated training systems.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education : Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.
B. or J. D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Organizational Management and Leadership, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management. OR Combination of Education and Experience : A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12.
Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Administration and Management Compliance Inspection Education and Training Planning and Evaluating Writing How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.
If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the backssment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position. Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position.
To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on Required Documents The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the.
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. 1. Your resume: Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i. e. HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position. For additional information see: 2. Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience.
If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application.
You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U. S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. PDN-9ac1b41b-7679-477b-8131-89cadd5100f3
Training Jobs are specialized roles or assignments designed to provide individuals with hands-on experience and skills development in a particular field or profession. These positions are characterized by a structured learning environment, where trainees are often paired with experienced mentors, and the primary focus is on learning rather than production. Training Jobs typically include a combination of instruction, real-world tasks, and evaluation to monitor progress and ensure effective knowledge transfer. They are an excellent way for newcomers to gain essential workplace competencies and for companies to cultivate future talent.
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exciting opportunity! The ideal candidate is committed to advancing the Zoo's mission to protect and inspire people to care for our world. This position will work with a variety of Macaw species such as Scarlet Macaws (Ara macao), Blue Throated Macaw (Ara glaucogularis), Blue and Gold Macaw (Ara ararauna), Hyacinth Macaw (Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus) Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguous), Military Macaw (Ara militaris), and Green Wing Macaw (Ara chloropterus) as well as many other bird species.
Prior experience in the animal care profession, preferably a zoological setting, is required, psittacine experience is highly desired. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, position that requires
availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. A team-oriented personality that is temperamentally suited to work with animals is a requirement. Strong observation and communicative (both verbal and written) skills are a must.
This Birds Trainer role involves a great deal of interaction with the general public, requiring good public speaking skills and the ability to provide outstanding customer service. This position will assist with the training of seasonal care staff, interns, and volunteers. Working with Birds requires a special skill set and physical responsibilities that include, but are not limited to: One (1) year of prior related work experience. Bachelor's
degree from an accredited college/ university in Life Sciences, Zoology, or a related field is required.
Must be able to participate in area chats, feeds and behind-the-scene tours. Must possess exceptional public speaking skills and the ability to provide outstanding customer service to our guests. Completes area daily and weekly duties, including reports. Assists with research projects and exhibit modifications. Interpretation responsibilities with a variety of Macaw species. The ability to perform daily husbandry task and manual work involving the care and maintenance of the animals and exhibits under this position's care. Displays a professional attitude and appearance to visitors, volunteers, and co-workers.
Physical strength and stamina with the ability to perform very heavy work, exerting at least 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Ability to work indoors and outdoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures. Ability to ascend/ descend ladders, steps and uneven terrain, while maintaining body equilibrium to perform various jobs. Exceptional visual acuity is required, along with the ability to detect, backss, identify, and observe surroundings to make sound judgments, along with the ability to communicate verbally, comprehend and decipher information accurately, using a two-way radio and telephone.
Possible occupational exposure (Category B employee) to human bloodborne pathogens. Possible exposure to dangerous chemicals (e. g. chlorine bleach, cleaning agents, etc. ) Must follow Universal Protection Precautions and Bloodborne Pathogens Guidelines. Will be required to learn and implement species quarantine procedures as directed by Area Manager/ Curator. Valid driver's license and driving record that is insurable by our carrier. To apply: Interested candidates must include a resumé, cover letter, and salary requirements to be considered.
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