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UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER Department of the Air Force Air National Guard Units 142nd Wing Apply Print Share Save
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Summary This National Guard position is for a UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER (Position Description Number D3022000) and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing National Guard.
Overview Help Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/19/2026 to 04/20/2026
Salary $66,505 to $86,461 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 9
Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Portland, OR
1 vacancy
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Excepted
Promotion potential None
Job family Series 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Secret
Drug test Yes
Financial disclosure No
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number OR-12911473-AF-26-050
Control number 861820900
This job is open to Help National Guard and reserves Current members, those who want to join, or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency Open to all qualified applicants in all Areas of Consideration listed below.
Duties Help As a UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER (GS-0301-9), this position is located within an Air National Guard (ANG) Force Support Squadron Commanders Support Staff (CSS). The purpose of the position is to function as the Unit Deployment Manager (UDM) responsible for executing, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of personnel and equipment readiness and deployment planning in support of Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) requirements.
Deployment Planning and Execution Plans, organizes, and oversees all unit-level deployment activities. Configures and maintains functional Unit Type Codes (UTCs) as postured by MAJCOM Functional Area Managers (FAMs) using authorized unit resources. Notifies the Installation Deployment Officer (IDO) and MAJCOM FAM of UTC shortfalls due to manpower or equipment changes. Monitors UTC/UMD alignment and notifies leadership of mismatches. Develops workload mitigation plans to maximize deployable capability. Reviews deployment documents to identify personnel and equipment taskings. Executes deployment operations on behalf of the unit commander and supports base mobility exercises. Coordinates Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) taskings through the Installation Deployment Readiness Center (IDRC) and submits personnel names. Validates personnel eligibility based on DAV codes, clearances, AFSC skill levels, and Component Remark Codes. Ensures compliance with UTC Mission Capability (MISCAP) Statements and submits shortfalls with documentation as required. Works with unit personnel to tailor packages for contingency and exercise deployments. Uses Logistics Module (LOGMOD) to track unit status. Schedules deployment/redeployment processing with the Installation Personnel Readiness (IPR) office and ensures smooth personnel flow. Supports communications during deployment. Maintains deployment equipment readiness. Coordinates movement with IDO and Traffic Management Flight for AFFORGEN taskings. May manage and operate the Unit Deployment Control Center (UDCC) during exercises or contingencies.
Readiness Tracking and Reporting Performs analysis activities. Establishes metrics and systems to assess deployment efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance. Analyzes combat capability through training, equipment, manning, and leadership evaluations. Reviews data to identify deficiencies and takes corrective action. Manages unit readiness reporting through the Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS). Assists the unit commander with DRRS resource and capability assessments and Unit Type Code (UTC) assessments in Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments (DCAPES). Verifies the commanders monthly submissions. Takes corrective action on any Authoritative Data Source discrepancies affecting readiness assessments. Postures UMD billets to UTC positions in DCAPES. Recommends and corrects AFFORGEN Employment Force Indicator (AEFI) codes. Supports MAJCOM FAMs in UTC validation and reports unit capability status. Evaluates UTC package composition and recommends changes based on unit capability. Provides readiness trend data and analysis to leadership.
Personnel Deployment Readiness Ensures unit members and deployable equipment maintain a constant state of readiness. Verifies that personnel meet Air Force Combatant Command and theater-specific deployment requirements. Manages unit deployment operations in coordination with the Installation Deployment Readiness Center. Identifies and tracks pre-deployment requirements, including Component Remark Codes (CRCs) and Foreign Clearance Guide actions. Monitors readiness using the AFFORGEN-Connect Commanders Toolkit and Military Personnel Data System. Maintains electronic Deployment Readiness Checklists (e-DRCs) and Air Force Deployment Folders (e-AFDFs). Conducts reviews and ensures checklist accuracy. Trains personnel on e-DRC/e-AFDF use and verifies AFFORGEN-Connect account creation. Identifies and tracks pre-deployment training such as RAT, RTA, CBRN, weapons qualifications, and work center-specific certifications (e.g., Classified Courier, Deployed Custodian). Coordinates DAV waivers and medical readiness. Ensures ISOPREP completion and PRMS entry prior to departure.
UTC Management Provides technical guidance to leadership on unit deployment capabilities. Advises the commander on tasking response, shortfall mitigation, and application of deployment policies. Interprets Joint Air Force and MAJCOM planning guidance and briefs leadership on applicable requirements. Coordinates unit personnel readiness data and reporting inputs.
Performs Other Duties as Assigned.
The above description only mentions a limited amount of the positions official duties. For a full, comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.
Requirements Help Conditions of employment
Military Assignment Requirement Open to Enlisted members only.
Military Rank/Grade Requirement
Must be able to obtain the required certifications as applicable. List of any Certificates: FM Contracting.
May be required to travel by car in military and/or commercial aircraft and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
Qualifications Areas of Consideration
GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Work involves supervising or performing work requiring knowledge of: a) the basic processes of administration; b) the principles and standard practices of management; and c) the techniques of organization, direction, coordination, and control.
Experience, education, or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization, management, and administration. Compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems.
GS-09: 1 year specialized experience, education, or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Applicants must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management. Experience developing administrative procedures.
To Qualify for this Position You Must Have:
EducationTO QUALIFY ON EDUCATION ALONE: A Masters degree or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.
Additional information The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions: Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE local 2986 AFL-CIO.
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/RegVerwf/Registration.aspx.
Expand/Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will be used to determine eligibility. 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. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents Required Documents Help In order to qualify for this position, you must submit the following:
The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation:
RESUME REMINDER: Your 2-page resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.
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 schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply Help 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 11:59 PM EST on the closing date of the announcement 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.
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/AccountLogin); 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/how-to/application-status.
Agency contact information Emma Prosser Phone: 971-355-3308 Fax: 503-581-4164 Email: emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil Address: Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing 6801 NE Cornfoot Rd Portland, OR 97218 US
Next steps 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. If you have any additional questions, please contact HR personnel listed below.
Mr. Edward Chitwood Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3303 | DSN 355-3303 edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil
Mrs. Emma Prosser Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3308 | DSN 355-3308 emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil
Mr. Brandon Webb Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3053 | DSN 355-3053 brandon.d.webb9.civ@army.mil
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:
Required Documents Help In order to qualify for this position, you must submit the following:
The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation:
RESUME REMINDER: Your 2-page resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.
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 schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply Help 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 11:59 PM EST on the closing date of the announcement 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.
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/AccountLogin); 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/how-to/application-status.
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Agency contact information Emma Prosser Phone: 971-355-3308 Fax: 503-581-4164 Email: emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil Address: Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing 6801 NE Cornfoot Rd Portland, OR 97218 US
Next steps 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. If you have any additional questions, please contact HR personnel listed below.
Mr. Edward Chitwood Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3303 | DSN 355-3303 edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil
Mrs. Emma Prosser Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3308 | DSN 355-3308 emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil
Mr. Brandon Webb Human Resources Specialist, Rec/Plac/Comp Office 971-355-3053 | DSN 355-3053 brandon.d.webb9.civ@army.mil
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Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:
Summary This National Guard position is for a UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER (Position Description Number D3022000) and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing National Guard.
Overview Help Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/19/2026 to 04/20/2026
Salary $66,505 to $86,461 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 9
Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Portland, OR
1 vacancy
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Permanent
Work schedule Full-time
Service Excepted
Promotion potential None
Job family Series 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Secret
Drug test Yes
Financial disclosure No
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number OR-12911473-AF-26-050
Control number 861820900
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