HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY)

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to develop and sustain a human resources management strategy and personnel programs; includes guiding and assisting the headquarters senior staff at the 0-6 level and above with a broad range of manning and personnel actions, policy development, and problem solving.

Duties

Provide expert level assistance, guidance and advice to the Commander and senior members of the Medical Readiness Command - Alpha (MRC-A) headquarters staff; and provides management, administration and analysis of civilian and military personnel programs. Participates in workforce management functions with civilian human resources and senior leader management activities during backlog or requirements surge periods. Performs other clerical and administrative work in support of the office/organization. Assists in planning, administering, and monitoring manpower resource requirements. 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. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge of human resources, personnel and manning principles, concepts, theories, legal, regulatory requirements and methodology, including standardized administrative practices and procedures common to Federal Agencies and organizations; to gather facts, respond to questions, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide advice to senior officials; Expert knowledge of military and civilian personnel programs guidance, policies and procedures to include, but not limited to career development, career progression, professional development and a broad range of federal department and OPM personnel and manning actions; with particular expertise in Air Component manning requirements to support both steady state and contingency settings. Note: Resume must show supporting details 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: Expert knowledge of Air Force military and civilian personnel programs guidance, policies and procedures to include AF programs, DoD programs, OPM programs encompassing career development, career progression, career management, mentoring, professional development, performance reporting; specifically familiar with OPM and Air Force policies, guidance and practices. A strong background and experience with civilian personnel actions will help the employee be successful in this position. Knowledge of military personnel appropriations (MPA) principles, concepts, theories, legal requirements and methodology, including standardized administrative practices and procedures common to the organization and area of responsibility; to gather facts, respond to questions, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide advice to senior officials. Knowledge of analytical methodologies is needed to evaluate and interpret manning and appropriations data in order to draw conclusions, draft recommendations and provide executive summaries; proficient math skills and ability to perform statistical computations is required; perform qualitative and quantitative analytical methods and basic accounting practices; to manage appropriations, perform research, evaluations and analyses resulting in sound and logical conclusions and recommendations. Knowledge of the organization, mission, functions, and operations of Service Components, as well as higher echelon organizations such as HAF, AFMEDCOM, Joint Staff and combatant commands, to ensure local implementation and guidance provided is responsive to meeting mission requirements. Required analyses rely on an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Air Component mission, Air Force assignment procedures, military officer and civilian hiring practices and competing factors that affect and influence manning fill rates. Skill using standard office computer and proficient use of mainstream office document, slide and spreadsheet software. Must be familiar with accessing and operating military and civilian personnel programs. Ability to establish effective working relationships and to communicate well with others, orally and in writing including preparing and conducting formal and informal briefings; exercise good judgment necessary when working with General Officers; ability to conduct business professionally, courteously and discreetly. 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.

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.