Summary
This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (MIL) (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5808700and is part of the G1- PSD located in Draper, with the Utah National Guard.
Priority will be given to all current, onboard employees of the UTNG.
The selecting supervisor for this vacancy is LTC Chalmers.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This is a Title 5 excepted position.
This job announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies for additional positions vacated during the job bid process.
IAW UTNGR 690-12 dated AUG 2022 and LIUNA-UTARNG CBA dated 11 OCT 2022, Priority will be given to all current, onboard employees of the UTNG.
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program and Veterans Preference
Duties
Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list
As a HR SPEC (MIL) (TITLE 5), GS-0201-9, you will:
- Serves as an advisor to commanders on assigned unit human resources (HR) program. Interprets policy and provides procedural guidance to commanders, supervisors, staff members and individual military members.
- Provides training to supervisors and guidance and assistance to military members on program for which assigned.
- Participates in Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP) and unit mobilizations and de-mobilizations.
- Reviews, evaluates, and interprets regulatory guidance, policies, and procedures applicable to military personnel programs and provides guidance to all users.
- Publishes guidance to enhance and simplify completion and submission of personnel actions.
- Conducts command inspections, staff visits and trains personnel within the unit in all programs for which responsible. C
- Responsible for and oversees the direction of the EPM/OPM or Incentives program and functions as the technical expert.
- Determines the methods and procedures for conducting military career guidance and counseling to ensure officer or enlisted personnel have an optimal and established career pattern.
- Provides direction, information, and/or counseling to MILPO staff and commanders of Major Army Command (MACOMM) through unit commanders, supervisors, as well as individual military members as required.
- Provides information and ensures regulatory compliance regarding area of responsibility which may include, but is not limited to: accessions, appointments, assignments, reassignments, transfers, promotions, Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP), discharges, separations, retirements, Officer Evaluation Reports (OER) Non-Commissioned Officer Evaluation Reports (NCOER), awarding of Area of Concentration (AOC), Functional Areas (FA), Additional Skill Identifiers (ASI), Special Qualification Identifiers (SQI), Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) identifiers (primary or secondary), Stop Loss programs, and National Guard Bureau (NGB) waivers, casualty assistance, and requests for retention beyond mandatory removal date.
- Responsible for the review and verification of promotion actions and/or the review and forwarding of packets for promotion board actions and general Officer nomination packets.
- Responsible for and oversees the direction of SIDPERS and internal/external interfaces, and functions as the technical expert.
- Responsible for and ensures the timely and accurate processing of submitted military personnel actions.
- Manages a control log to maintain document control and an audit trail of all transactions received and dispersed in SIDPERS.
- Coordinates with the other MILPO sections and Military Pay to resolve any problems associated with the SIDPERS system.
- Coordinates with NGB field representative for technical assistance and information.
- Responsible for and oversees the direction of the Personnel Services Section and functions as the technical expert.
- Oversees the performance of document handling, records maintenance, and the Integrated Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS).
- Provides oversight on the processing of records for separation/discharge to include: proper identification and crediting of MOS, awards, training, dates of service, type of discharge, computation of total creditable service, etc.
- Accomplishes and oversees the technical support work in the program area assigned with the assistance of subordinate employees which may be Active Guard Reserve (AGR), full time Technician, or civilian.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
- Potential for incentive pay.
- NG5100 - This position is eligible to be in the union: Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 1776.
- Position may be telework eligible after completion of probationary period.
- The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
- Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.
- The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.
- This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
Qualifications
*Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position.
**Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit.
BASIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- 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.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-0201-09:
Have at least 1 year of experience as a GS-0201-07. *Must submit SF50 to verify*
OR have at least 24 months of experience with the following:
- Experience with human resources programs related to federal civilian or military personnel programs.
- Must have experiences in executing personnel programs and Human Resources Information Systems, as applicable to the specific position and its position description.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of the personnel and manpower core competencies: Organization Structure; Requirements Determination; Program Allocation and Control; and, Performance Improvement.
- Have a working knowledge of organizational structures; manpower standards; manpower resources; manpower data systems; or, commercial services to include strategic sourcing.
- Experienced in performing personnel program requirements that involve advising supervisors and managers; and, experienced in completing accession planning and processing; classification and position management; and, civilian promotions.
- Experienced in advertising positions, processing assignments or reassignment actions; reviewing human resources development programs; applying education and training policy requirements; discussing retraining procedures; and/or providing retirement options.
- Competent in discussing the equal opportunity and sexual assault prevention and response programs.
- Have experiences in career counseling; completing or editing performance evaluations; and, conducting educational and skill development personnel course programs.
- Competent in merit principles, personnel plans, programs, and policies to guide or advise others on their implementation activities.
- Skilled in applying program policies, directives, publications, and training manuals.
- Knowledgeable on allocating manpower resource budgets or execution procedures.
- Experienced in performance management and productivity programs; or, advising on process improvement, best practices, and performance techniques.
Education
Not applicable for this position.
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 and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Category Rating: Your application will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Once the application process is complete, a review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The quality categories are:
1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position.
2. Well Qualified: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for this position.
3. Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.
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.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Applicable documents required for qualification, education, or certification as stated above.
- Must provide transcripts for education requirements.
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.
3. Other supporting documents: VET Preference documents if you possess them (DD214, Disability Letter, SF15)
Veterans Preference Information: Veterans' preference is not the same thing as being considered a veteran, there is a list of qualifying criteria that can be found at the following link:
OPM Guide: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation.
Note: Any Alterations in the shaded areas render the DD-214 void.
Acceptable documentation may be:
- If claiming TP -A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which must reflect dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions and a authorized campaign medal.
- If claiming CP or CPS - A copy of DD214 and Must submit a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility, you may obtain one by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online. You will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference".
- If claiming XP - A copy of DD214 and Must submit a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting 100% disability for preference eligibility. You will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference". Note: preference is not award if the veteran is living and is qualified for Federal Employment.
How to Apply
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/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/.
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.
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