Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Human Resources Specialist, GS-0201-13. (Continue in Duties)

Duties

Summary Continued GS-13 The primary purpose of this position is to service as a Human Resources Specialist within the Resources Directorate (SAF/AAR) and at the HAF MAJCOM level. Perform a variety of tasks pertaining to administrative management of civilian personnel programs and activities. Duties Serves as a Human Resources Specialist provides strategic and technical guidance as well as seasoned consultative management advisory services throughout an entire HAF MAJCOM (Secretariat, Air Staff, Field Operating Agencies and organizations for which the Air Force is Executive Agent) Serves as trusted agent and expert advising senior management within the HAF on affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, compensation and pay, benefits, classification, and employee development relating to GS, DCIPS, WG, and other pay schedule positions. Reviews, analyzes, and synthesizes data from core personnel documents, organization charts, unit manpower documents, DCPDS, Business Objects and reports containing civilian personnel and position data to ensure compliance with policies and advises management or takes corrective action as appropriate. Manages all aspects of civilian personnel support processes.

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• This is a Centrally Managed Position in the Force Support Career Field. PCS will be paid in accordance with JTR Vol. 2 and applicable Air Force Regulations
• PCS is authorized for the GS-13 grade level
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a government travel card
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• This position may/may not include incentive for prior work experience or active duty experience to determine leave accrual
• This position may/may not include Superior Qualifications consideration

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, Human Resources Management Series 0201. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-12: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes extensive knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/ or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of complex management processes and systems. A thorough and extensive knowledge of program management strategies and concepts related to Air Force military structure and missions. In-depth knowledge of DOD civilian policies, procedures, Air Force realignment strategies, congressional review procedures, and program tracking processes for program management oversight. The incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of Air Force and command organizational structures and functions. Advanced analytical techniques are necessary in the determination, programming, and defense or long-range requirements. A high degree of written and verbal communication skills is required to effectively communicate with senior level leadership within DOD. Skill in managing and coordinating complex activities in order to control a variety of projects and actions that occur concurrently and are broad, comprehensive, and requires various stages to complete. A high degree of ability to plan, organize, and assigns time-critical projects and assesses results in a fast-paced energized office environment. Knowledge of HR processes sufficient to relate recruitment and placement issues to overall HR management processes. Skill in advising management on controversial or sensitive, complex, and difficult recruitment, placement, and affirmative employment issues and problems. Skill in developing recruitment strategies to provide candidates for the most difficult-to-fill positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-13: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes mastery of advanced federal HRM principles, concepts, practices, analytical methods, a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, and relationships of various HR disciplines as well as seasoned consultative skill sufficient to resolve complex HRM problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods. A thorough and extensive knowledge of program management strategies and concepts related to Air Force military structure and missions. In-depth knowledge of DoD military and civilian policies, procedures, Air Force realignment strategies, congressional review procedures, and program tracking processes for program management oversight. The incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of Air Force and command organizational structure and functions. Advanced analytical techniques are necessary in the determination, programming, and defense of long-range requirements. A high degree of written and verbal communication skills is required to effectively communicate with senior level leadership within DoD. Skill in managing and coordinating complex activities in order to control a variety of projects and actions that occur concurrently and are broad, comprehensive, and requires various stages to complete. A high degree of ability to plan, organize, and assigns time-critical projects and assesses results in a fast-paced, proactive, energized office environment. Skills in advising management on controversial and sensitive, complex, and difficult affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, compensation and pay, benefits, classification, and employee development issues and problems. Skill in developing recruitment strategies to provide candidates for the most difficult-to-fill positions. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time in grade requirements for the GS-13 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: GS-12 1. Knowledge of basic principles of the classified titled or related field. 2. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 3. Ability to learn basic techniques of the classified title. 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers. GS-13 1. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of federal Human Resources (HR) laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and concepts governing HR functions such as merit promotion, recruitment and placement, affirmative employment, employee management relations, employment performance and conduct issues, and other programs. 2. Extensive knowledge of advanced federal human resources management (HRM) principles, concepts, practices, analytical methods, a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, and relationships of various HR disciplines as well as seasoned consultative skill sufficient to resolve complex HRM problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods. 3. Skill in applying analytical and evaluation techniques to the identification, consideration and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations. Ability to interpret manpower documents and accurately connect personnel records to manpower and funding data elements. 4. In-depth knowledge of analytical reasoning processes and ability to identify and project trends and propose alternative solutions to adverse trends. Knowledge of Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS). Skill in applying basic principles, provisions, laws, regulations, practices, and techniques in affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, benefits, compensation and pay, classification, and employee development. 5. Skill in troubleshooting and resolving the most difficult problems associated with providing comprehensive affirmative employment, staffing, recruitment and placement, benefits, compensation and pay, classification, and employee development advisory services. 6. Ability to maintain harmonious relations with managers, supervisors, employees, co-workers and others to ensure cooperative resolution of conflicts and to provide effective coordination of activities.

Education

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.

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

********************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS********************

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

Contacts

• Address HQ USAF and Support Elements - Pentagon 1720 Air Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]