TRAINING TECHNICIAN

Air National Guard Units; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Mississippi is seeking a Training Technician, GS-1702-9, to evaluate and manage the ANG's training and education program. The role serves as liaison with the Force Support Squadron, overseeing CDC/UGT oversight, formal schools, and distributed learning while ensuring readiness and policy compliance.

The incumbent will lead training initiatives across units, coordinate career development efforts, conduct staff visits, and support board processes, contributing to career

Responsibilities

• Oversees Group Training Programs and Subordinate Unit Compliance as Group Unit Training Manager (UTM) and advises on training policy with the Group Commander/A-Staff Director.
• Leads planning, development, and evaluation of group-wide education and training initiatives; establishes a cohesive training strategy and ensures unit compliance.
• Coordinates Career Development Course (CDC) and Upgrade Training (UGT) oversight; validates actions, waivers, and reenrollments; tracks status.
• Acts as liaison between units and the Force Support Squadron (FSS) and Force Development Office (FDO) for CDC issues and Wing Commander actions.
• Conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) to assess training compliance and readiness; documents findings and provides feedback to commanders.
• Tracks corrective actions and briefs Group Commander or Director on Training Performance Metrics (TPMs) monthly.
• Manages Formal Schools and Distance Learning Integration; coordinates allocations and PME quotas; oversees distributed learning programs.
• Tracks course material security and scheduling; ensures prerequisites are validated.
• Supports Commander-Level Board Processes and Force Development Initiatives; manages Professional Development Board submissions and prepares recommendations.

Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP. This National Guard position is for a TRAINING TECHNICIAN, Position Description Number PDD3024000 and is part of the Mississippi National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a TRAINING TECHNICIAN, GS-1702-9, you will evaluate and manage the training and education program on behalf of the ANG. The incumbent provides overall oversight and management of the training and educational program, ensuring training compliance, readiness, and career development support across multiple units.

The position serves as a liaison between the units they support and the Force Support Squadron (FSS) Force Development Office (FDO), which is the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for training programs. All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with the Personnel Services Delivery Guide (PSDG) to ensure standardization and compliance with established policies and procedures. MAJOR DUTIES: 1.

Oversees Group Training Programs and Subordinate Unit Compliance. This position serves as the Group Unit Training Manager (UTM) and operates under the direction of the Force Support Squadron (FSS) - Force Development Office (FDO). The incumbent acts as the primary advisor to the Group Commander /A-Staff Director on training policy and execution across subordinate units.

They lead the planning, development, and evaluation of group-wide education and training initiatives, establishing a cohesive training strategy and ensuring compliance through coordination with subordinate or assigned Unit Training Managers (UTMs). The incumbent provides policy interpretation, as directed through the FDO, from Headquarters (HQ) and Major Command (MAJCOM) levels, ensuring the seamless integration of these policies into all unit-level training programs. 2.

Coordinates Career Development Course (CDC) and Upgrade Training Oversight. Validates and tracks all CDC actions, waiver requests, and reenrollments from subordinate units. Provides guidance and quality assurance of CDC administration across the assigned organizations. Oversees Upgrade Training (UGT) status and ensures timely compliance with 36-month reviews and training documentation.

Acts as liaison between units and Force Support Squadron (FSS), Force Development (FDO) for CDC failures and Wing Commander actions. 3. Conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) and Evaluates Unit Training Programs. Leads SAVs at each unit within the assigned organizations every 36 to assess compliance and readiness. Documents findings identifies training shortfalls and provides written feedback to commanders.

Tracks corrective actions and provides consultation on policy implementation. Consolidates and briefs Group Commander or Director on Training Performance Metrics (TPMs) monthly. 4. Manages Formal Schools and Distance Learning Integration. Coordinates all formal school allocations and attendance, including 7-level and PME quotas. Ensures prerequisite validation and communicates requirements to UTMs. Oversees Distributed Learning programs and equipment management.

Tracks course material security and scheduling. 5. Supports Commander-Level Board Processes and Force Development Initiatives. Manages the Professional Development Board submissions. Reviews nominations, prepares selection recommendations, and assists in the preparation of board packages. Advises applicants and consolidates recommendations for Group Commander or Director action. 6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $61722 - $80243/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.