HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (INFO SYS/R&P)

Summary

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Duties

Summary: The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as senior specialist responsible for participating as an Air Force representative with the DoD Enterprise Hiring Solutions working group. Coordinates, validates, makes recommendations, and test systems functionality to support the DoD Enterprise Hiring recruitment and placement tools. Supports HR production teams in troubleshooting, training, and resolving the most difficult technical problems associated with day-to-day operations. Provides comprehensive staffing and placement services for Air Force Wide Appointment and Placement activities in a regionalized civilian personnel environment while assigned to the Human Resources Technical Operations/HR Production Metrics, and Civilian HR Enterprise Systems Program Mgmt. Duties: Represents AFPC Directorate of Personnel Operations /Staffing Operations Division, evaluating, recommending, testing, and delivering Civilian HR Enterprise Systems in collaboration with AFPC employees, Civilian Personnel Sections (CPS), MAJCOMs, HQ AF, other DoD components, DCPAS and OPM. Participates in special projects, initiatives and performs special assignments. Independently identifies the need for and initiates special projects and studies affecting Affirmative Employment and the effect on serviced installations. Troubleshoots and resolves the most difficult and complex internal and external placement situations. Resolves the most difficult and controversial problems to include defining issues, determining applicable precedents, laws or regulations to apply and determining the most effective approach and methodology. Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies a variety of public laws, Executive Orders, and Federal regulations regarding civilian personnel staffing functions. Handles and/or oversees the most complex operational staffing issues, researching and rendering recommendations as necessary. Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, GS-0201 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: 1) Using a working knowledge of policies, procedures, methods, and techniques of business operations to develop, revise, and advise on Human Resources programs to meet goals and objectives within available resources. 2) Using analytical and evaluative methods, including a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, plus a thorough understanding of assessing effectiveness, identifying deficiencies, analyzing trends, and making recommendations for enhancements and improvements of programs and the resolution of problems. 3) Providing knowledge of federal laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, principles, and practices to administer an agency wide personnel and data analytics program. 4) Using data visualization platforms to translate complex business needs, requirements and strategy, multiple data sets and other data points into conceptual, relevant, and straightforward dashboards, visual tools, reports, and analytical solutions. 5) Planning, organizing and leading working groups to facilitate Enterprise solutions. 6) Analyzing HR management programs, practices and procedures to assess the effectiveness and to provide recommendations for corrective actions. 7) Identifying, analyzing and conceptualizing HR problems and developing alternative solutions and a broad knowledge of methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis and resolution of concrete action plans to analyze organizational and operational problems. NOTE: Your resume must reflect this experience. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of and thorough understanding of the Federal HR affirmative employment, recruitment, placement principles, concepts, practices of personnel management laws, executive orders, functions, theories and techniques and the interrelationship of the various personnel disciplines to include a broad knowledge of HR theories, principles and practices in the delivery of HR services. A sound theoretical knowledge and practical understanding of federal personnel management automated data processing functions, theories and techniques and of basic relationships of the various personnel disciplines and tools. Ability to represent the Air Force both within and outside the organization and gain support for program goals. Ability to plan, organize and lead working group to facilitate Enterprise solutions. Ability to gather, analyze and present information and to plan and organize work independently. Ability to establish effective working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission. Ability to communicate orally and through clear, concise and technically accurate written memoranda, letters, documents, briefings, and reports. Skill in analyzing HR management programs, practices and procedures to assess the effectiveness and to provide recommendations for corrective actions. Skill in reasoning and ability to identify, analyze and conceptualize HR problems and develop alternative solutions and broad knowledge of methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis and resolution of concrete action plans to analyze organizational and operational problems. Ability to coordinate and integrate the work activities of several organizational segments and/or several different projects to maximize organizational efficiency. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Occupational Reasoning Assessment Occupational Interaction Assessment Occupational Judgment Assessment Occupational Reading Assessment The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. BASIS OF RATING: The assessments for this job will also measure Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) as listed under Qualifications Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor. Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). Other Information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.