Clarification from the agency

Area of Consideration 1: Current Title 5 and Title 32 permanent or indefinite employees of the Guam Army National Guard. Area of Consideration 2: All other applicants/areas.

This position is located in the Military Personnel Office (MILPO) of the Army National Guard (ARNG). The purpose of this position is to provide technical expertise and guidance for all military personnel assigned in the State, and oversees the functions of one of the following human resource programs: Officer Personnel Management (OPM), Enlisted Personnel Management (EPM), Personnel Systems, SIDPERS Interface Branch (SIB), or the Personnel Services Section.

b. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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). Directs staff in performance of periodic record reviews and inventories to ensure total record accountability. Establishes access control lists to restrict unauthorized personnel from gaining access to personnel files other than their own or for those they are responsible for. Selects staff members to accompany files on an as needed basis i.e., review boards, SRP's, mobilizations/de-mobilizations, etc. Ensures staff members provide military members with information regarding their benefit selections (i.e. life insurance and designation of beneficiary), identify documentation required to update Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS), understand requirements to issue identification cards, etc. 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.

5. 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 limited supervisory duties which include assignment and review of work on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis; assure that production and accuracy requirements are met; approval of leave; effect minor disciplinary actions i.e., warnings or reprimands; identify training needs; and recommend performance standards and ratings.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• 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 trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES:
Enlisted: E1 - E6

COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 42A

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-07) that demonstrates knowledge of military human resources programs, personnel services, and military personnel regulations and procedures. Specialized experience includes reviewing and processing military personnel actions; maintaining personnel records and automated personnel systems; verifying eligibility and identity documentation; providing customer service and guidance to military members, dependents, retirees, or supervisors; interpreting and applying military personnel policies and regulations; and preparing or reviewing personnel documents for accuracy and completeness. Experience using personnel systems such as DEERS, RAPIDS, iPERMS, IPPS-A, SIDPERS, or similar automated HR systems is highly desired.

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):

1. Knowledge of military personnel programs, regulations, policies, and procedures sufficient to process personnel actions and provide guidance to military members, dependents, retirees, and supervisors.
2. Knowledge of automated military personnel systems and records management systems such as DEERS, RAPIDS, iPERMS, IPPS-A, SIDPERS, or similar systems used to maintain and update personnel information.
3. Ability to review, verify, and process personnel records and source documents for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
4. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in order to provide customer service, explain procedures, resolve issues, and coordinate with military members, leadership, and outside agencies.
5. Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accountability of personnel records and sensitive information in a fast-paced personnel services environment.

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

1. Your resume showing: (MANDATORY)
   • Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
   • Relevant work experience-include the employer's name and job title.
   • Hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment
   • Pay Plan, Occupational Series, and Grade (if applicable)
   • Duties performed.
   • Note: Resume are limited to two (2) pages. Only the first two pages of the submitted resume will be reviewed and considered for qualification and rating purposes.
2. OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment. (MANDATORY)
3. Current Soldier Record Brief or Soldier Talent Profile dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
4. Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
5. Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
6. Transcripts, if applicable. College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education.
7. Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable.
8. SF-50 (Current or Former Federal Employees), if applicable.
9. DD 214-Member copy, if applicable.

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