HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

Summary Continued:
Due to the high level of oversight and collaboration required, this position demands a consistent, physical on-site presence at the Pentagon or National Capital Region worksite.

Duties:

• Develops, interprets, and oversees overarching human capital policies to optimize the civilian lifecycle (talent acquisition, staffing, classification, compensation, performance, benefits, employee relations, and labor relations), leveraging hands-on, on-site collaboration to align DAF program execution with statutory guidelines.
• Orchestrates strategic planning and business process reengineering as the primary AIC representative, establishing HAF-wide coalition relationships and conducting critical in-person coordination across Pentagon functional domains to resolve complex organizational issues.
• Exercises full supervisory and personnel management authority over a professional GS-12/14 and career-broadening staff, directing daily operations, setting performance standards, and driving professional development through direct, on-site mentorship and team leadership.
• Directs the preparation, coordination, and delivery of executive packages and metrics, including Congressional inquiries, staff studies, and briefings, ensuring subordinate CHR policy proponents provide compliant, data-driven recommendations that drive senior DAF decisions.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is Centrally Managed; PCS is authorized and will be paid by the career field.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-14, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes having mastery of advanced Human Resource Management principles, concepts, laws, practices, and consultative skills is needed to serve as the Headquarters, Department of the Air Force Civilian Force Management expert in the areas relating to talent acquisition, compensation and performance management and workforce management. This includes knowledge of novel, emergent, and theoretical areas of leadership and human development concepts and issues in order to develop a cohesive human resource program that is innovative and addresses problems previously resistant to solution. Knowledge required includes expertise broad problem areas for resolution, broad objectives sought and broad priorities. The employee is given significant latitude to take individual initiative, organize work flow, set priorities, and exercise professional judgment in the development and presentation of recommendations and in directing assigned projects. The choice of methods of analysis, criteria for evaluation of alternatives and overall conduct of the specific problems or analyses are generally left to the discretion of the employee. Expert knowledge of national defense planning - overall planning objectives, timing and sequence of key planning events, processes, procedures and source documents of key organizations. Work involves managing Air Force civilian personnel policy governing recruitment and placement, classification and position management; workforce shaping; internal evaluation/ assessment; special salary rates; alternative personnel systems and demonstration projects and non-appropriated Fund personnel programs to optimally meet the needs of the Air Force as well as SecAF/CSAF/DoD initiatives. The work involves establishing criteria, formulating long-range strategic plans and policies and assessing program effectiveness. Extensive skills in qualitative and quantitative analysis, as well as ability to conduct or lead studies, projects, and cross-organizational task groups, and skill in identifying, analyzing, and synthesizing advanced concepts, subtle nuances or political implication, sand complex interrelationships in coming to conclusions and making recommendations that provide novel approaches to unusual or highly sensitive and far-reaching problems and of broad scope impacting a critical, large-scale agency program of worldwide scope.
(NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THIS STATEMENT IF CHOSEN.)

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-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-15 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:

1. Expert knowledge of the full range of federal CHR management principles, concepts, and practices, statutes, executive orders, regulations, and other directives governing CHR functions relating to three or more of the following functional areas: Benefits, Compensation & Performance Management, Awards and Recognition, Employee and Management Relations, Labor Relations, Workforce Management, Classification and Talent Acquisition, Occupational Analysis and Staffing.
2. Expert ability to provide leadership, advice, and counsel in the development and implementation of federal, CHR program and policies. Expert ability to gather facts and use effective, analytical, and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions. In-depth knowledge in continuous process improvement and DAF corporate structure bodies and processes. Includes ability to develop strategic priorities and performance gaps and development plans and countermeasures to close those gaps.
3. Knowledge of organizational structures, missions, objectives, operating programs, key positions, and administrative policies and procedures across the DAF to conduct studies, which are frequently ad hoc team efforts, to identify, consider, and recommend options for the resolution of substantive organizational and program issues or complex problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods.
4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices and procedures.
5. Skill sufficient to concurrently manage several, complex multi-mission projects that are of major importance to the Civilian Force Management Directorate and HQ USAF. Often, these projects will have unique and difficult to define solutions requiring unconventional approaches. Inherent with managing high-visibility projects, incumbent must be capable of making decisions or recommendations significantly changing, interpreting, or developing important public policies or programs.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and establish effective working relationships with others; to maintain personal and Division effectiveness while working at traditional or alternative (remote) worksites.

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 for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

BASIS OF RATING:
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.

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.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
4. Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
5. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, AND a SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if different from your recent SF-50. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
6. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

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, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
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).

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