AU
$74,678 – $97,087
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 1, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A National Guard operations planning role focused on managing crisis response procedures and maintaining a 24/7 joint operations center for civil emergencies, natural disasters, and homeland defense scenarios. This position suits experienced military or government professionals with strong analytical and organizational skills who can coordinate complex multi-agency operations and develop contingency plans.
Our summary, not Army National Guard Units’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 1 year of specialized experience at next lower grade level or equivalent
- Comprehensive knowledge of full-spectrum crisis action planning and operational protocols
- Skill in analytical thinking and evaluative methods for process improvement
- Ability to lead and participate in complex negotiations with military, federal, and state authorities
- In-depth understanding of force structures, mobilization processes, and NG missions
- Skill in oral and written communications for briefings and staff reports
- Knowledge of training program principles and practices
- Knowledge of budget analysis and development
Nice to have
- Completion of Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College, or Air and Army War College
- Advanced degree (Ph.D., doctoral degree, or LL.M.) related to the position