HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) Job in Camp Dodge Military Reservation, IA

Vacancy No. IA-12788626-AF-25-101 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $89,341.00 to $116,148.00 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/25/2025 Close Date 9/8/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Camp Dodge Military Reservation, IA


Summary

IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the 132d Wing & 185th ARW Iowa Air National Guard. Military membership is required.

LOCATION: JFHQ, Johnston, Iowa

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Clarification from the agency

This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the 132d Wing & 185th ARW Iowa Air National Guard. Military membership is required.

Duties

As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY), GS-0201-12 your duties are below.

  1. -Provides state level coordination of all military personnel programs, including but not limited to: enlistment, appointment, performance evaluation reports, promotions, officer and enlisted selective retention, discharges, separations, recruiting, retention, incentives, and training. Develops state-level programs, publications, policies, and procedures. Manages the state and federal programs for awards, decorations, special recognition, and other incentive/retention enhancement efforts. Monitors and executes state-level responsibilities regarding all military personnel assignments, reassignments, classification actions, and professional military education. Conducts in-depth research on difficult personnel cases, administrative matters, medical, and training problems.
  2. Coordinates a statewide incentive program, and serves as the focal point for all matters pertaining to the program. Works closely with the unit commanders and their representatives in the operation of the incentive program. Ensures that funds are only authorized to those specialties that the unit commander has designated as eligible consistent with valid unit manning vacancy requirements.
  3. Responsible for the management of the State ANG Retention Program for enlisted and officer personnel. Coordinates personnel policies, directives, and procedures to identify and eliminate ineffective procedures. Evaluates data, reports, studies, and other information as a basis for initiating corrective actions on programs. Recommends policies and procedures for enhancing both the state and Air National Guard Enlisted Retention Program. Evaluates the adequacy of national and state advertising programs. Coordinates with the Base Career Advisor to determine program needs, trends, and effectiveness.
  4. Serves as principal assistant to the Administrative Officer and in his/her absence ensures continuity of operations. Assists in maintaining orderly and efficient accomplishment of the office administrative workload.
  5. Manages the state Officer Effectiveness Report Program. Provides information to staff personnel regarding trends, and informs commanders of current policies and procedures. Provides statistical data to management to assist in monitoring the program.
  6. Manages the federal and state ANG Military Awards Program. Develops and implements program guidance. Monitors the effectiveness, equitableness, and adequacy of unit level military awards programs. Identifies and recommends submission of military awards for headquarters unit personnel. Reviews subordinate unit military awards recommendations and forwards them to approving authorities.
  7. Assists in the investigation of and may represent the department on Congressional and other high level inquiries. Drafts official replies to Congressional inquiries. Executes similar duties regarding inquiries or complaints received from members of the State ANG. Reviews, staffs, and processes all line of duty investigations.
  8. Monitors the ANG Schools Program and performs follow-on training for Professional Military Education (PME) and all technical schools not associated with inactive duty training. Ensures appropriate orders are issued in accordance with governing directives. Advises units of requested school quota status. Ensures timely submission of required reports.
  9. Conducts research on difficult individual personnel and administrative problems; provides technical and specialized data, background material, and references; and recommends solutions and courses of action to be followed. Drafts policies and procedures affecting personnel programs, administrative management, and program development for statewide implementation.
  10. Responsible for supervisory personnel management functions. Schedules and approves leave requests for subordinates; establishes performance standards, and makes formal appraisals of work performance; practices good position management policy; initiates announcements of vacancies, and makes selection from available candidates. Counsels subordinates on such matters as work performance, required training, proper conduct, and suggestion programs.
  11. Provides guidance and coordination of ANG Family Program matters within the state. Functions as a liaison between the Joint State Family Program Coordinator and the Director of Personnel (DP) at Wing level. Provides guidance and assistance to the Wing Commander and also to the Wing DP who oversees and directs the conduct of the wing level Family Program workload.
  12. Provides direct oversight to the Family Program and the Family Program Coordinator contract. Develops plans, programs and budget requirements. Allocates and approves expenditures. Ensures volunteers have the resources and support.
  13. Performs other duties as assigned. D15460

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 09/08/2025 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment.

Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.

Military Rank Requirements: OFFICERS (O-5 to O-3)

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experiences gained through military or civilian 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 REQUIREMENTS: GS-0201-12: Must haveexperience in the following:
  • 1 year equivalent experience to at least next lower grade level
  • Experienced in planning for and executing all personnel programs and Human Resources Information Systems.
  • Expert in managing Air National Guard organizational structures; organizational and manpower standards; manpower resources; military grades; manpower data systems; peacetime and wartime manpower requirements and utilization; and, commercial services to include, strategic sourcing.
  • Experienced in operational readiness planning, personnel deployments, and writing various readiness status reports.
  • Experienced in managing or conducting reenlistments; assignment or reassignment actions; education and training policy requirements; retraining procedures; retirement options; conducting disciplinary actions; or, applying force development and force shaping programs.
  • Experienced in managing human resources development programs; education; voluntary education; advanced academic education; or, promotion testing and libraries.
  • Experienced in developing, controlling, programming and allocating manpower resources in support of the Air National Guard planning, programming, budgeting, and execution procedures.
  • Experienced in conducting performance management and productivity programs; assessing and documenting organizational performance; or, advising on process improvement options, best practices, and how to recognize optimal performance.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

Benefits

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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 found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:

  1. Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately.
  2. Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication.
  3. Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats.
  4. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  5. Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings.
  6. Ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels.
  7. Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.

Required Documents

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

  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
  2. Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable): Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD 214, SF-50, ect. .

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.

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Agency contact information

Christopher Powders
Address
IA Joint Forces Headquarters Air
7105 NW 70th Ave
Johnston, IA 50131-1824
US

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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