Summary
THIS IS AN ARIZONA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is in the Excepted Service "under the authority of Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA).
This position is part of the AZ Human Resources Office ANG, Arizona National Guard under Position Description Number PDT5938000.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
NOTE: Individual selected will receive an Indefinite Appointment and may be converted to permanent based on availability of funds or position no longer being encumbered.
Duties
This position is located in the JFHQ-State Human Resources Office (HRO) in Phoenix, Arizona. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Human Resources Specialist in a developmental capacity.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Incumbent must possess and maintain a current state driver’s license.
- Incumbent must possess or be able to obtain a secret security clearance within 12 months of appointment.
- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
- 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. (cont.)
- Head of Agency requests to exceed 14 days in a calendar year must be approved in advance by the National Guard, Director of Manpower and Personnel (NGB-J1).
Qualifications
Specialized Experience GS-07: Must possess 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience factors encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force.
DUTIES:
1. Performs developmental assignments. Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established, and several specific guidelines exist. Work assignments consist of a series of specific and related tasks that have been selected to orient the employee in the practical application of basic occupational principles, concepts, and techniques. Assignments are combined with training to further develop analytical skills and techniques in the occupation. Assistance in solving problems is available from the supervisor or a higher-graded specialist.
2. Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs recurring assignments of limited, but gradually increasing, difficulty and complexity. The employee is responsible for locating and selecting the most appropriate guidelines and procedures for application and making minor deviations to adapt the guidelines to specific cases. Analyzes routine problems encountered and resolves them. Refers deviations, problems, and unfamiliar situations to the supervisor for assistance.
3. Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects. Works with other specialists in planning and conducting special initiatives, studies, and projects. Assists in preparing reports and briefings outlining study findings and recommendations.
4. Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. Drafts or prepares a variety of documents to include newsletter items, responses to routine inquiries, reports, letters, and other related documents. Uses automated system to effectively process personnel actions in accordance with the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions and local personnel systems checklists as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Specialized Experience GS-09: Must possess 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience factors encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force.
DUTIES:
1. Performs developmental assignments of moderately difficult and complex nature consisting of well precedented tasks designed to orient the employee in the application of Human Resource programs and activities. Assignments are combined with training to develop analytical skills and techniques used to resolve issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature. Individual projects can be performed utilizing established, commonly applied methods. Work includes various duties involving different and unrelated tasks. Independently plans and carries out successive steps and handles problems and deviations in work assignments in accordance with instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted practices. Decisions are made based on subject analysis, phase, or issues involved for each assignment, and may be selected from multiple alternatives. Incumbent uses judgment in interpreting and adapting guidelines, such as agency policies, regulations, precedents, and work directions for application to specific cases or issues. Incumbent analyzes results and recommends changes. Completed work is evaluated for technical soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. Supervisor or a higher-graded specialist assists in problem solving when necessary.
2. Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs work assignments which gradually increase in difficulty and complexity. Incumbent determines the practices and procedures to use in accomplishing conventional tasks and interprets and adapts guidelines in order to resolve procedural or factual issues. Recommends solutions or a course of action for problems not covered by instructions, policies, or accepted practices as a Human Resource Specialist. The work consists of different and unrelated processes and methods requiring the employee to recognize conditions and elements that must be identified and analyzed to discern interrelationships. Searches technical literature, reports, and other reference material to locate information requested by senior personnel.
3. Carries out special projects and participates in special initiatives and studies. Performs special assignments in support of the organization; e.g., researching policy and comparing to new or modified guidelines to assess impact; analyzing and providing substantive evaluation of data affecting program operations; developing reports and briefings outlining study findings and recommendations; preparing and coordinating reference papers and documentation to support project initiatives; presenting reports to a variety of audiences; and performing analysis and providing recommendations to resolve issues. Works with other specialists in planning and conducting studies. Remains aware of emerging technologies and professional developments to stay current in the field and for application to work assignments.
4. Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. Drafts or prepares a variety of documents to include newsletter items, responses to routine inquiries, reports, letters, and other related documents. Uses software such as word processing, spreadsheets, program language, plotting software, etc., to facilitate work. Uses automated system to effectively process personnel actions in accordance with the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions and local personnel systems checklists as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Additional information
In accordance with 5 CFR §335.106, Veteran's Preference will be considered for vacancies under merit promotion when an agency accepts applications from individuals outside its own workforce.
Eligible veterans must claim their veterans' preference on their resume and during the application process for federal positions using the proper documentation. To receive the 5 point preference (TP) rating the individual must provide member copy 4 of their Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD 214) for verification. To receive the 10 point preference the Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference form (SF-15) must accompany application and additional documentation detailing characterization of service.
Veterans Preference will be considered for this Job Announcement under the Category Rating method QUALIFIED and NOT QUALIFIED.
If you are unsure if you can claim Veterans Preference click the link to see if you may be eligible: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/choice.htm
Visit the OPM Vet Guide for information on the different categories of Veterans Preference at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/#4
If you are a male applicant who was 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 be registered or 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.
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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.
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 the basic principles, concepts, and methodology used in Human Resource Management.
2. Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.
3. Ability to effectively communicate information clearly, orally and in writing.
4. Ability to gather and analyze basic facts and draw conclusions.
5. Ability to learn the operation of automated data systems.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you MUST SUBMIT a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume must provide the following information for proper evaluation:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Work experience related to the job for which you are applying; details to include, job title (if federal, include pay plan, series and grade), work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, employer's name, supervisor's name and contact number, and duties performed. NOTE: If your resume does not provide enough information for us to make a clear creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified. Verbiage displayed on your resume must clearly describe relevant experience using your own words. Please avoid acronyms, abbreviations, or internal terminology that may not be universally understood. You must refer to position descriptions, i.e the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experience; however, resume or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.
2. Other supporting documents if required and/or applicable: DD-214, SF-15, Transcripts, etc.
3. Soldier Talent Profile (STP), Report on Individual Personnel (RIP), and/or SF50 to validate statewide affiliation.
3. If you are claiming Veteran's Preference please see the list below for your claims and the required documentation to support your claim. If you are unsure if you can claim Veterans Preference click the link to see if you may be eligible:
https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/choice.htm. Visit the OPM Vet Guide for information on the different categories of Veterans Preference at:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/#4. You must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15).
http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Applicant must provide the SF-15 and appropriate supporting documentation if claiming 10-point Veterans Preference. Otherwise, Veterans Preference claim will not be adjudicated.
Veteran' Preference Codes:
TP - Tentative preference - 5 points (Required document DD 214 and DD 215 (as applicable))
CP - Compensable disability preference - 10 points (10%-29% disability) (Required documents DD 214 and DD 215 and disability letter from the VA (as applicable))
CPS - 30 Percent Compensable disability preference - 10 points (30% or more disability (Required documents DD 214 and DD 215 and disability letter from the VA (as applicable))
XP - disability preference 10 points (has service-connected disability or received Purple Heart, but does not qualify for CP or CPS.) (Required document DD 214 and DD 215 (as applicable))
XP - 10 Points-Derived preference for deceased relatives (spouse, widowers, parents of deceased veterans)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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 above. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13083668A 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.