Lead Human Resources Specialist (Child and Youth Program) Job in Millington, TN

Vacancy No. 25-12699239 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/25/2025 Close Date 3/2/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Millington, TN


Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent serves as a Headquarters (HQ) Lead Human Resources Specialist (Child and Youth Program).

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Must be a current Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Navy NAF employee.

Duties

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Ensures the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
  • Articulates and communicates to the team the assignment, project, problem to be solved, actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion.
  • Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem solving methods and techniques, provides advice on work methods, practices and procedures, and assists the team and/or individual members in identifying the parameters of a viable solution.
  • Leads the team in: identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established work flow, skill level and/or occupational specialization; making adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established priorities to ensure timely accomplishment of assigned team tasks; and ensuring that each employee has an integral role in developing the final team product.
  • Trains or arranges for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects, and provide or arrange for specific administrative or technical training necessary for accomplishment of individual and team tasks.
  • Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
  • Serves as coach, facilitator and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members.
Recruiting/Staffing duties include but not limited to:
  • Serves as SME and provides analytical and technical advice and guidance to managers and/or supervisors on recruiting strategies and process, special programs, and relocation (e.g., Permanent Change of Station (PCS)) and retention programs.
  • Performs all required duties related to recruiting (e.g., complex position analysis to determine position and skill requirements, recruiting resources, areas of consideration, and short and long-term recruiting needs; and working with managers and/or supervisors to prepare crediting plans).
  • Initiates requests for personnel action by utilizing the CNIC NAF personnel database Systems, Applications and Products Human Resources (SAPHR) for recruitment, employee personnel data changes, processing of awards, etc.
  • Ensures accurate and timely payments related to recruiting actions and PCS claims. Provides advice and guidance on PCS related issues to CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff.
  • Serves as a member of the Management and Leadership Development Program (MLDP) and Intern Program (IP) team responsible for administering a program to train and develop individuals for placement into CNIC NAF HQ and/or Regional management positions (MLDP) and to recruit and place undergraduate and graduate level students into non-supervisory functional positions within organizations at CNIC HQ (IP).
  • Performs complex position analysis in collaboration with managers and/or supervisors in preparation of position descriptions and crediting plans.
  • Advises and assists managers and/or supervisors with identifying appropriate pay range within the pay band for a position based on the classification determination.
General duties include but are not limited to:
  • Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF HR policies. Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF HR staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics.
  • Serves as CNIC NAF liaison working closely with CNIC APF HR staff on issues/actions affecting both APF and NAF employees.
  • Develops and presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers.
  • Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must be a current Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Navy NAF employee.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:
  • Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of HR theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments in the areas of recruiting and staffing.
  • Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced to perform the full range of HR services.
  • Knowledge of HR laws; and Office of Personnel Management (OPM), DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), CNIC, and various federal government HR policies, regulations, and procedures related to functionally specific areas of HR.
  • Ability to identify and determine position and skill requirements to create crediting plans to use in applicant qualification process.
  • Ability to analyze resource requirements to identify key positions/competencies and develop training plans/developmental assignments for use with management development programs and/or intern programs.
  • Ability to provide advice and assistance and interpret policy and regulations related to staffing.
  • Ability to provide advice and assistance and perform tasks associated with new hire benefits.
  • Skill in the use of a Human Resources Information System (e.g., SAPHR, Defense Civilian Personnel Data System).
  • Skill in the use of USA Staffing
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
  • Ability to lead a group of employees in day-to-day operations and perform quasi-supervisory duties.
  • Ability to perform full range of "Lead" duties.
  • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

There is no positive education requirement for this position.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Résumé: Please include references to expedite the hiring process.
  • *Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

*If qualifying all or in-part based on education, proof of education MUST be submitted at time of application in order to be considered.*

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 be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/02/2025 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.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12699239

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-usastaffing@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

CNIC HQ NAF HRO
Address
CNIC HQ - NAF HRO
5720 Integrity Drive
Bldg. 457
Millington, TN 38055
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.