ARMY ACTIVE GUARD RESERVE (AGR) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CALIFORNIA NATIONAL GUARD – HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 056-26
DATE: 24 Jul 26
CLOSING DATE: 22 Aug 26
POSITION TITLE, PARA LINE, MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED MILITARY GRADE AND MOS:
MOVEMENTS NCO (IPPS-A POS #: 03217081), PARA 108 LINE 16, E5, 88N
APPOINTMENT FACTORS: OFFICER( ) WARRANT OFFICER( ) ENLISTED(X)
LOCATION OF POSITION:
HHC 749 CBT SUST SPT BN
711 HILLCREST AVENUE BENICIA CA 94510
WHO MAY APPLY:
Statewide means: The applicant must be a current California Army National Guard member in order to apply. All applicants must be able to become 88N MOSQ within 12 months of hire date and possess the grades of E4 – E5 in order to apply.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is open to the grades of: E4 to E5. In order to be considered for this position, applicants must meet minimum qualifications as outlined on this announcement. Individuals selected will receive an AGR Tour with the California Army National Guard.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING
All applications will be submitted through FTSMCS. You can log onto FTSMCS at https://ftsmcs.ngb.army.mil/ and click on the following to access the FTSMCS Jobs Application: Applications Toolbar ⇒ HRM Full-Time Support ⇒ Jobs ⇒ Apply for a Position.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The documents listed as “Mandatory” must be submitted for AGR eligibility screening. Documents missing or not in compliance with announcement instructions will result in DISQUALIFICATION. Missing/out of date documents MUST be addressed by a brief memo citing the document discrepancy with a short explanation. Failure to do so may result in a finding of ineligibility and may cause the applicant to lose consideration for this position.
Documents listed as “Board” are required for evaluation by the hiring board. Missing/out of date documents may be addressed by a brief memo citing the document discrepancy with a short explanation. Missing or out of date documents will not disqualify applicant from screening, but may result in an unfavorable evaluation by the hiring board.
- (Mandatory) Last 3 NCOERs.
- (Mandatory) Applicant’s IPPS-A Soldier Talent Profile (STP)
- (Mandatory) Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) Record w/MRC.
- (Mandatory) NGB Form 34-1 (signed and dated).
- (Mandatory) Certificate of Release or Discharge (DD Form 214, DD Form 220(s) and any accompanying DD Form 215(s) if applicable).
- (Board/Optional) Letter(s) of Recommendation (LOR).
- (Mandatory) NGB Form 34-2 (signed and dated).
- (Mandatory) Current DMV printout w/record of convictions dated within 6 months of closing date.
- (Mandatory) Current IPPS-A Generated Retirement Points Statement DA Form 5016.
- (Mandatory for Overgrade Applicants) MFR for accepting an Administrative Reduction.
- (Mandatory) Certified True Copy DA Form 5500/ DA Form 5501 / DA 705 with HT/WT dated within 8 months of VA closing date.
- (Mandatory) Security Clearance Letter of Verification. Must be completed by BDE or higher echelon and dated within 6 months of closing date.
- (Mandatory) Certified True Copy Record AFT DA Form 705 dated within 6 months of closing date. Profiles must be attached if applicable.
- (Mandatory) Enlisted biographical sketch.
- (Mandatory for AGRs with less than 3yrs in current assignment) Brigade Command Concurrence Email or MFR.
POSITION COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The individual(s) must qualify for and be placed in the following compatible MOS/AOC: 88N
MINIMUM APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Statewide: The applicant must be a Current California Army National Guard member in order to apply.
- All applicants must have the potential to become MOSQ within 12 months of hire date in order to apply. This means that the ASVAB line scores required for the MOS must be possessed by the applicant.
- If accessed as an E4, the selected applicant must have less than 9 years total Active Federal Service on the date the applicant is assessed into the AGR Program.
- If accessed as an E5, the selected applicant must have less than 13 years total Active Federal Service on the date the applicant is assessed into the AGR Program. (Not applicable to current AGR Members)
- Over-grade applicants must include a memorandum stating acceptance of an administrative reduction with their packet.
- AR 185-13, Table 2-1, Rule E (2a) states that “Staff sergeant, or above, must possess the required grade and MOS level, authorized for the AGR duty position.” This means that if any Non-Duty MOSQ E6 is selected for this position, they will have to take an administrative reduction to E5 to meet the regulatory guidance. E6 Non-Duty MOSQ applicants must include a memorandum stating acceptance of an administrative reduction with their packet.
- Accessions into the AGR Program with assignment to Positions of Significant Trust (POST) requires screening of personnel selected for suitability and security before assignment to POST. In order to ensure the best qualified personnel serve in identified POST. The Position of Trust standards are qualifications for specified assignments and not a standard of service.
- (Conditions for Employment) IAW AR 135-18, NGR 600-5, and CA ARNG Pam 600-200 applicants must meet the following requirements prior to applications being forwarded for board consideration: Applications from Soldiers who do not qualify under AR 135-18, Table 2–1, or who have a non-waivable disqualification under Table 2–3, or who fail to meet any additional requirements prescribed by Chief, National Guard Bureau, will be disapproved and returned to the applicant. Soldiers who qualify under Table 2–1, but have a waivable disqualification under Table 2–2, will attach a request for the appropriate waiver to their applications.
- Stabilization Policy (When Applicable): IAW NGR (AR) 600-5 Chapter 3, Para 3-5(c). Soldiers entering an initial three-year tour will be stabilized for the first 18 months of their initial tour.
- Must be in compliance with FRAGO I, HQDA EXORD 161-13 Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program Army Stand-Down and SMOM 15-017, Screening of Title 32 Positions of Significant Trust and Authority (POSTA).
- Applicants must not have been relieved for cause from any duty position in the 36-month period preceding the date of application for the AGR Program, or the scheduled date of entry in the AGR Program.
- Must have no record of conviction by special or general courts-martial or civilian courts of offenses listed in AR 27-10 (Military Justice), chapter 24 or otherwise required to register as a sexual offender under AR 27-10, chapter 24.
- IAW AR 135-18, Table 2-1 Rule B (1). Prior to entry on active duty or full-time National Guard (FTNGD) in the AGR program, must meet medical fitness standards for retention, (with the exception of Soldiers testing positive for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)) and be medically certified as having no trace of illegal drugs. Soldiers testing positive for HIV will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis as directed in DoDI 6130.03. HIV test must be within six months prior to initial entry into the AGR Program.
- IAW AR 135-18, Table 2-1 Rule C (4). If an enlisted Soldier, must have completed initial entry training and be currently qualified in an Army MOS.
- Must have a National Agency Check.
- Must have a SECRET Security Clearance.
- Must meet the Army body fat standards IAW AR 600–9.
- Applicants must have a current passing Army Fitness Test (AFT).
- MIL ED Requirement: Must have the Appropriate Military Education for Grade
- Must meet the Army medical retention standards in accordance with AR 40-501, Chapter 3.
- Applicants must meet medical fitness standards. PHA must be within 12 months prior to orders publication.
- Applicants must not be Flagged (Adverse, AFT, or Height and Weight) or be in a Medical Non-Deployable (MND) status.
- (Mandatory for AGRs with less than 3yrs in current assignment) AGR Branch must receive BDE command concurrence with the submission of your AGR packet. Command concurrence could either be an email to AGR Branch or a signed memorandum.
- All applicants will sign a NGB Form 34-2 (Certificate of Agreement and Understanding) during their accession process into the ARNG Title 32 AGR FTNGD Program.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION
The Movements NCO provides full-time support to M-Day and AGR Leadership. Responsible for planning, coordinating, documenting, and executing tactical and strategic movement of personnel, equipment, and cargo by air, rail, highway, and sea. Supervises and trains Soldiers in deployment operations and movement control procedures. Manages and operates key transportation systems, including TC-AIMS II, to ensure accurate in-transit visibility (ITV). Establishes and maintains liaison with commercial carriers, military services, and host nation support elements to optimize transit efficiency and support the commander’s operational objectives, Under direct supervision of the Battalion senior operations NCO, Service member is responsible for the input of soldier ATRRS requests and ensures that Soldiers have met all course prerequisites prior to start date. Assists with tracking the progress and completion of DLC courses and NCOES. Assists the unit training NCOs with training schedules to comply with command guidance and directives and publications of higher HQ’s, knowledgeable on related training equipment and aids, supervises all internal and external ATRRS input by the unit Training NCOs and provides the Commander with weekly updates. Attends all unit training assemblies, additional training assemblies and AT periods. Must be willing and prepared to attend all required schools, courses, and events that support unit activities. Performs all other duties as assigned. Additional duties will include specific roles in IPPS-A, DAMPS, ATIS, DTS, and GCSS-A utilization.
Additional Requirements
Normal color vision. No documented instances in the last 5 years of conduct which reflects adversely on the character, honesty, or integrity of the soldier to include: No conviction by court-martial or by any Federal or state court; No juvenile adjudication by state court; No punishment under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) caused by incidents that reflect adversely on the soldiers integrity and lack of trust; No letter of reprimand, censure, or admonition under the provisions of AR 600-37, chapter 3; Voluntary confession after proper rights warning according to Article 31(b), UCMJ, or under applicable Federal or state law.
Qualifying ASVAB Score
A minimum score of 95 in aptitude area CL.
SELECTING OFFICIAL
FTM Officer
CONTACT INFO
SSG Anthony M. Fornaseri
(Com) 916-854-3404
(Email) anthony.m.fornaseri.mil@army.mil
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The California National Guard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be protected under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 against discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender or national origin.
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