Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position for Human Resources Specialist (PLACEMENT), GS-0201-05-Target-11 is listed within the Duties section below.

Duties

SUMMARY continued: GS-05/07/09: This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Human Resources Specialist (PLACEMENT), GS-0201-11. Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document. GS-11: The primary purpose of this position is to execute policy and guidance for the Reduction-In-Force process for all installations serviced by the Air Force Personnel Center within established timelines, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations governing the administration of RIF. DUTIES: Conducts reduction-in-force (RIF) in assigned organizations. Provides management advisory services concerning the Reduction in Force (RIF) process to support Civilian Personnel Flights (CPFs) in their responsibility to provide up front RIF planning and counseling and information to employees, supervisors, managers and others for issues associated with RIF entitlements and rights. Participates with base level CPF specialists in managing the workload associated with the CS&P program to include not only managing the associated RIF activity, by for the installations serviced, serving as the AFPPC/DP2 local point for surge hiring requirements for specific activities and/or job series. Prepares necessary correspondence documentation, completes reports, etc. Prepares and presents briefings.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Experience and knowledge of Air Force Civilian Personnel Staffing Programs and experience in windows based information systems are required for immediate productivity.
• Travel by military and public conveyances may be required.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty that may include overtime, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

This is a developmental position; this position may be filled at the GS-05-Target-GS-11 grade level. The individual selected for the GS-05-Target-GS-11 position may be promoted to the target level without further competition upon meeting any legal and regulatory requirements. 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 for the GS-0201, Human Resources Management Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-05: Applicants must have at three years of progressively responsible general work experience with one year of that experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of the classified title, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a four (4) year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-07: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of human resources management (HRM) practices, methods, regulations, and principles or concepts to advise on and/or resolve limited technical projects. Position typically requires analytical and writing skills used in connection with general HRM subjects and techniques. Knowledge of a general body of HRM rules, procedures, or operations to perform a wide variety of interrelated or nonstandard administrative work. Knowledge of locally established program objectives, priorities, and practices sufficient to initiate, plan, and coordinate a series of interrelated administrative activities. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of one (1) full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; or I have a bachelor's degree in education, or a subject area related to the position and am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR GS-07: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and practical understanding of federal human resources management (HRM) functions, theories, techniques, and the relationship of the various HRM disciplines. Knowledge of, and skill in applying HRM methods, principles, practices, laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, and concepts pertaining to staffing, reduction-in-force, and occupational analysis. Knowledge of all aspects of RIF laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, and procedures. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. or J.D., if related, in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR GS-09: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive knowledge of staffing laws, regulation, executive orders, and procedures (to include RIF, Merit Promotion, pay setting, and transfer of function) in order to accomplish the most complex assignments. Knowledge of, and skill in applying placement concepts, principles, laws, regulations and practices sufficient to provide guidance to management on placement issues. Knowledge of the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity program and skill in applying this knowledge to a variety of work assignments. Knowledge and ability to provide technical advisory serviced and to perform planned systematic studies to identify long and short-range staffing needs of an organization. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of aPh.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related, in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR GS-11: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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. QUALIFICATIONS CONTINUED IN EDUCATION SECTION

Education

QUALIFICATIONS continued:
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-05/07/09:
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-11:
1. A working knowledge and practical understanding of federal personnel management functions, theories,
techniques, and the relationship of the various personnel disciplines.
2. Working knowledge of and the ability to apply laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, and concepts pertaining to staffing, reduction-in-force, and Occupational analysis.
3. Knowledge of all aspects of RIF laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, and procedures.
4. Knowledge of automated data processing functions, techniques, and capabilities and the ability to assimilate and
translate the logic of personnel management to the data systems.
5. Ability to gather and analyze facts, and use effective, analytical, and evaluative methods to accurately assess
information and make sound decisions.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems
or questions relating to work. Knowledge of and skill in Total Quality principles, practices, methods, and procedures.

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.

EDUCATION:
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.

Contacts

• Address Air Force Personnel Center 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]