ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Title 32)

📍 East Granby, Connecticut · 🏛 Air National Guard Units · 💰 $100,992–$131,293 per year · 🎓 GS 12 · 🧭 Administrative Officer (0341) · ⏳ Closes Nov 23, 2026 · 12 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 9, 2026
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About this job

THIS IS A TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS POSITION DUTY LOCATION: 103d Air Wing, East Granby, CT AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1: All currently employed full-time permanent and indefinite personnel of the Connecticut Air National Guard. Area 2: All currently employed full-time temporary technician personnel and all current traditional members of the Connecticut Air National Guard.

Duties

This is an indefinite position that may convert to permanent without further competition. JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to provide subject matter expertise, leadership, consultation, collaboration, and advisory services essential to the direction and efficient operation of the organization. Directly assist leaders with the management of key day to day planning, public affairs, process improvement, protocol, operations and special projects at the highest level of the organization. Collaborates and coordinates assigned functions with managers, office of primary responsibility, leaders and supervisors; participate with management to address and resolve issues, as well as provide recommendations for correcting or improving the organizations overall program management, efficiency and effectiveness. This position reports directly to the Wing Commander. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Connecticut Air National Guard. The major duties include, but are not limited to: Ensures internal systems and procedures for carrying out the organization's administrative functions meet the requirements of balancing costs, benefits, productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness. Initiates, plans, directs, and/or participates in special studies and projects in areas such as; resource utilization, personnel management, logistical support, knowledge management, readiness programs, etc. Represents the Wing in meetings with congressional, state and local officials, special interest and business group spokespersons to market and advertise ANG programs, activities, and requirements to gain support for ANG missions. Collaborates and consults with Wing Public Affairs Officer (PAO), drafts, develops, and finalizes narrative, prepares and coordinates news releases with State JFHQ to support communication with local media, high-ranking public officials, corporate leadership, civic groups, other reserve components, Air Force, Army, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and respective headquarters staff representatives. Performs as the historian, responsible to ensure timely, complete and accurate capture and cataloging of significant historical data, and generation of required reports.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training in managing or directing, one or more programs, including appropriate supporting service organizations. Supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work experience and/or training which has provided knowledge of management principles, practices, methods and techniques. Experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume and any other supporting documentation you wish to provide must clearly substantiate you currently possess 36 months of specialized experience in the following: Experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions. Experience preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence. Experience evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various resources. Experience utilizing the organization, its mission and the organizational staff procedures. Experience using quantitative and qualitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency and productivity of administrative and technical programs. Experience developing the mission and work processes of programs throughout the military organization and multi level agencies. Experience in analytical and investigative techniques. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of organizations, programs, mission goals, major issues, objectives, work processes, administrative operations and functions of the organization. Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, policies and precedents applicable to the situation and organization. Knowledge of relationships with other key programs and administrative support functions; familiar with the major issues, program goals and objectives, work process, and administrative operation of the unit. Knowledge of functions and responsibilities of different commands/elements of the base, as well as a thorough familiarity with regulatory and informational material pertinent to the operations and activities involved. Knowledge of administrative and technical operations, training, and response missions, including but not limited to Air Expeditionary Force (AEF), deployments, Exercise Evaluation Team (EET), Disaster Response Force and personnel issues. Knowledge and skill in applying research, analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of operations; to develop knowledge management tools and promote sharing of information. Knowledge in developing new or modified work procedures for administering services, development of guidelines and procedures and automating work processes. Knowledge of Project Management principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources; including monitoring and inspecting cost and work, completion of after action reports, and period in progress briefings. Knowledge to plan, schedule and conduct projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Skill to deal effectively with high-ranking military, civilian officials and/or local officials, develop draft press information, and Community Action Plans. Skill as an informed writer and verbal communicator sufficient to prepare, present, and articulate findings and recommend solutions, including visual information techniques, to develop and present information in a variety of forms; develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports, and correspondence; foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Ability to train individuals with varied backgrounds in the developed procedure, process or policy. COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENT: All applications will be considered regardless of Branch/AOC/FA/AFSC. Incumbent will be required to be assigned to compatible military position within 1 year of selection. The selected individual may be required to attend formal technician school training. MILITARY GRADE (Prior to Application): Officer: O4 through O5 UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: 103d Air Wing or any subordinate unit POSITION SEQUENCE NUMBER: 8160280 MANPOWER NUMBER: 0872-622-L SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a security clearance (secret) which the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment. For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.

Education

No substitution of education for specialized experience.

Evaluations

Please ensure you follow all instructions carefully. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. Applicant must ensure resume and any other required supporting documentation clearly portrays that s/he meets the required experience level for the position. Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11/23/2026 on 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. All resumes, narrative statements, and supporting documents must be the applicant's own original work and accurately represent their qualifications. Plagiarism or the submission of materials created or substantially authored by another individual or an artificial intelligence (AI) tool may constitute material misrepresentation and may result in disqualification from the hiring 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/how­to/application/status/. You may also check the status of your application by contacting the phone number or email address listed in the Agency Contact Information below.

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Required documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Resume showing relevant experience Responses to the Assessment Questionnaire Unofficial Transcripts, if used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. Thank you for your interest in the Connecticut National Guard!

Other information

Primary Change of Station (PCS) relocation expenses will NOT be paid. To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to E.O.14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine. Under 32 U.S.C. 709, Veterans Preference does NOT apply. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (incentives). In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your serving incentive manager (CTARNG-G1 or CTANG-Retention Office) prior to accepting an offer for the position. For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program, the following termination rule applies: Incentive Termination without Recoupment: If you accept a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent position where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment as long as you have served at least 6 months of the bonus contract following receipt of the initial bonus payment.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (Title 32) job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $100,992–$131,293 per year (GS 12).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 23, 2026 — 12 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in East Granby, Connecticut with the Air National Guard Units.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement CT-13112919-AF-26-225 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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