Clarification from the agency

This position is open to current Maryland Army National Guard members only.

This position is located in the MDARNG G1. The purpose of this position is to provide technical expertise and guidance for all military personnel assigned in the State. This position performs the following duties:

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. Drafts and implements State policy based on the aforementioned policies. 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.

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.

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. Notifies units and higher echelons of rejected or incomplete transaction/documentation, necessary steps or processes required to resolve the problem, and maintains a database for tracking and suspension of submissions for identification of trends and problems. Identifies problem areas in the types of submissions (based on rejects/incomplete documentation), the locations where training is needed, and creates and provides training material.

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).

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

This is a career ladder position. Applicants may be selected at any level advertised in the vacancy announcement. If selected below the full performance level, employees may be non-competitively promoted up to the full performance level upon verification of qualifications and management concurrence.

This position is open to current Maryland National Guard members only. You must submit an Enlistment Contract, Memorandum from your unit commander, or any other applicable documentation detailing current status as proof of current membership in the Maryland National Guard. Failure to submit supporting documentation will disqualify you from consideration.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

This position MAY be eligible for recruitment or relocation incentives, pending availability of funding and management request.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E3 - E7

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-07: One year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level that has equipped the applicant with a basic working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and personnel programs.

GS-09: One year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level that has equipped the applicant with a working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and personnel programs.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the 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.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Knowledge of, and skill in applying, fundamental military human resource management principles and practices; and standardized analytical and evaluative methods and techniques in order to provide technical expertise and guidance as well as management advisory services to resolve factual and procedural issues within the particular area of assignment. In-depth knowledge of applicable regulations relating to the field of military human resources management and the area of assignment. Knowledge of the organizational structure and requirements of the ARNG for that State suitable to provide advice to commanders, unit administrators, and military members concerning the area of program specialty. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with individuals, supervisors, and management.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing:

• Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
• Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
• Education, certifications or licensures.

2. Other supporting documents: Proof of current Maryland Army National Guard membership.

If you are a current Federal Employee, please submit your most current non-award SF-50 when applying. If selected, failure to submit this documentation may affect your pay and/or delay your appointment.

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