Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This position is for an HR SPECIALIST (PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT), Position Description Number T5932000, and is part of the Montana National Guard, Human Resources Office. (A copy of the Position Descriptions can be obtained from HRO upon request.)
Selecting Official: Col Ken Fechter
*Also advertised at announcement number MT-13006125-T5-26-508 (Open to veterans and the public; veterans' preference DOES apply)
This job is open to
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
This is open to the following Categories (CAT): CAT 1 - Permanent (Tenure 1/2) Title 5 employees of the MT National Guard (MTNG), CAT 2 - Permanent (Tenure 1/2) Title 32 Employee of the MTNG, CAT 3 - Indefinite (Tenure 3) or NTE (Tenure 0) Title 5 Employee of the MTNG, CAT 4 - Indefinite (Tenure 3) or NTE (Tenure 0) Title 32 technician of the MTNG, CAT 5 - Current/Former military members of the MTNG, & CAT 6 - Current or Re-employable Federal Employees. (Veterans Preference DOES NOT apply)
Duties
This position is located in the Human Resources Office (HRO). The purpose of this position is to perform work of at least 25% in at least two but no more than four specialization areas for a total of 100%. Duties are performed to either Army (ARNG) or Air National Guard (ANG) organizations and the full-time workforce within the State.
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance on performance management systems, the incentive awards and suggestion programs. Develops new or modified local procedures to improve the various programs effectiveness for managers and supervisor in support of the state goals. Reviews performance standards and appraisals for regulatory compliance and analyses for trends and problem issues such as disciplinary, impact on employee morale, supervisor/managers responsibilities and legal implications. Provides coaching and counseling to managers and supervisors on performance issues such as performance improvement plans, recognition techniques and feedback on establishment of critical elements and standards. Participates as strategic partner to resolve performance problems. Ensures employees and management's due process rights are understood and procedures are followed. Administers the Incentive Awards Program involving monetary and non-monetary recognition.
Performs other duties as assigned in the following areas: Employee Benefits, HR Development, Information Systems, Recruitment & Placement/Compensation, and Classification.
*A copy of the Position Descriptions with full list of duties can be obtained from HRO upon request.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.
- Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
- May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft 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.
Qualifications
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE -OR- EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must have one of the following:
A) 1-year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 level, that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Experience factors that encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoW, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force. *(MUST address your experiences in detail on resume as they relate to these specialized experiences to be considered for this position, if using experience to qualify)
or
B) Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. *(Must provide copies of all relevant transcripts. Official transcripts may be required at a later date)
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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.
Required Documents
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 (AT LEAST MONTH/YEAR - 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. Transcripts: MUST provide copies of all relevant transcripts to be considered for this position. Official transcripts may be required at a later date.
3. Other supporting documents:
- CAT 5 Applicants - Must provide membership proof, i.e., copy of NGB 22/22a or other membership proof/honorable service.
- CAT 6 Applicants - Copy of most recent SF-50. (Copy of most recent SF-50 is recommended for this agency's Federal employees.)
For additional information on what to include in your resume,
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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/13006120
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.