HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (Title 5)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (Title 5), Position Description Number T6382000 and is part of the OK 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard.

Duties

• This position, located in an ANG Wing Force Support Squadron, directs a small team consisting of 2-4 subordinate Full-time CSS personnel supporting Commander's Support Staff (CSS) and Orderly Room (CCQ) operations at the Group level. The incumbent oversees CSS/CCQ functions; ensures efficient daily administrative support and manages military program execution per the Personnel Services Delivery Guide (PSDG). Responsibilities include training and mentoring personnel to maintain mission readiness and compliance with Air Force policies. Serves as a technical and subject matter expert on military personnel management policies, procedures, and regulations. Provides guidance and training to lower graded HR Specialists on various personnel actions, including promotions, reassignments, evaluations, and awards, to ensure alignment with mission requirements and organizational goals. Creates, reviews and develops performance standards, assists in setting expectations, and provides feedback on work quality, performance and progress for subordinate administrative personnel. Prepares, awards, and disciplinary documentation for supervisory review and action as required. Identifies developmental needs and coordinates training to improve staff proficiency. Assists in managing leave schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels. Identifies and refers complex military and civilian personnel issues to supervisor and works closely with Force Support Squadron, State Human Resources Office, and other supporting organizations, as needed, to find resolutions to issues. Coordinates human resources and administrative support for military personnel within the unit. Serves as primary contact for unit level military personnel matters, assisting supervisors and commanders with policies and programs. Collects, analyzes, and compiles personnel data for reports and briefings. Collaborates with Force Support Squadron and other agencies to resolve personnel issues and implement policy changes. Maintains accuracy and integrity of personnel electronic records and data systems. Supports workflow and task assignments among personnel specialists to ensure timely completion of work. Ensures quality control of personnel documentation and supports personnel accountability programs, including Air Force Personnel Accountability and Assessment System (AFPAAS). Administration: Oversees preparation and publication of personnel documents and orders using automated systems. Provides training and guidance on Defense Travel System (DTS) administration, including profile management, report generation, and finance process support. Supports official mail operations and government purchase card activities of the assigned organization. Personnel: Administers and manages personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence. Provides expert advice on military personnel programs, including policy interpretation and procedural guidance. Maintains personnel electronic records ensuring compliance with Air Force directives. Provides customer assistance, analyzes personnel data trends, and prepares reports to support leadership decision-making. Unit Deployment Management: Oversees unit deployment readiness by maintaining deployment documentation, coordinating with Installation Deployment Officer (IDO), and monitoring unit status through Logistics and Personnel Management Software and systems. Ensures timely preparation and processing of deployment and redeployment actions and documentation to support unit member deployment and redeployment. Training: Plans and coordinates unit training program activity. Advises and communicatees with unit commanders, Base Education and Training Management office, and unit training managers on training options, scheduling, and compliance with standards to ensure training requirements are met to maintain combat readiness. Program and Special Duties Management: Administers, oversees, or assists with special programs including Government Purchase Card, Defense Travel System, Unit Drug Demand Reduction, Security, and Unit Recognition programs for regulatory compliance and to provide advisory support as needed.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATION: To qualify an applicant for any GS-0201 position, apply and evaluate the applicant's competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors) that may include military and civilian experiences, completed education, learned skills, obtained knowledge, endorsed abilities, and training program accomplishments. The following seven basic qualification competency factors are applicable to the Series GS-0201 career levels: Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication; Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and, Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experiences gained through civilian and/or military technical training schools within the human resources business programs are included as general experience qualifications. An applicant must have a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one year of specialized experiences at the GS-07 level or the equivalent which provided a working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and federal civilian or military personnel programs. Must have experiences in executing personnel programs as applicable to the specific position and its position description. -Thorough knowledge of military and civilian human resources management principles, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance as applicable to Air National Guard operations. -Technical knowledge to independently perform personnel actions including promotions, assignments, evaluations, and awards. -Knowledge extends to program areas such as the Defense Travel System (DTS), deployment readiness, training, and personnel data systems. -Thorough knowledge of military and civilian human resources management principles, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance as applicable to Air National Guard operations. -Technical knowledge to independently perform personnel actions and provide guidance to lower-graded HR specialists.

Education

The applicant's accredited educational-degree study program; or other military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13059632 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/Account/Login), 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/.