THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (MIL), Position Description Number PDT5900200 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SMSgt Maria Escobar, 774-417-7496.

Duties

1. Manages the day-to-day operations of the military personnel function. Prepares formal requests for filling vacancies and selects (or participates in the selection of) personnel from lists of eligibles. Formulates and conducts training programs for assigned military personnel specialists and conducts informal training to broaden employee skills. Prepares formal requests and recommendations for promotions, reassignments, and disciplinary actions. Receives formal grievances, resolving those that can be resolved at own level. Keeps supervisors informed of all aspects of personnel programs, to include merit promotion, position classification, etc. Maintains controls to ensure timely submission of OPRs. Reviews computer products, special orders, and other source documents to ascertain when officer performance and training reports are required. Forwards computer produced OPR notices to rating and reviewing officials for action. Provides technical assistance to rating, additional rating, and endorsing officials for completion of reports. Maintains a suspense system to ensure timely receipt of OPRs from rating, additional rating, and endorsing officials. Reviews completed reports for accuracy and completion, inputs OPR data to Base Level Military Personnel System (BLMPS), and forward for inclusion in command and master personnel records. Maintains data that will identify late reporting trends. Administers the officer promotions and airman promotion/demotion programs. Maintains a suspense of all Reserve Officer Personnel Management Act (ROPMA) promotions and promotions to first lieutenant. Coordinates with unit commanders for recommendations on unit vacancy promotions. Prepares and processes officer promotion for Reserve Officer Personnel Management Act (ROPMA) recommendations. Creates and coordinates promotion boards for unit vacancy. Forward conclusions to State Headquarters for coordination with the National Guard Bureau. Reviews enlisted promotion requests for accuracy. Provides technical assistance for promotions. Forwards eligible promotion packages to State Headquarters for Promotion Boards for Master Sergeant and above. Assigns order number and publishes promotion orders for Technical Sergeant and above at unit level. Forwards orders to State Headquarters for master personnel records 2. Reviews and monitors all administrative discharges and resignations. Performs preliminary counseling as an integral part of the administrative discharge. Coordinates with State Headquarters as approving authority for all discharges and resignations. Schedules personnel for separation and retirement processing. Coordinates through unit of assignment to advise members of processing and counseling appointments. Conducts Retirement Briefing for retiring personnel and processes applications for retirement as required. Monitors extensions and cancellations of extensions of enlistment and reenlistment processing. Processes and reviews waivers for reenlistment or separation. Formulates, develops, and directs the implementation of policies and procedures affecting Personnel functions. Recognizes need for, initiates action, and directs or personally formulates new administrative policies and procedures, recommending changes designed to improve personnel efforts or services, such as the Officer Accession Program. Analyzes NGB and Air Force regulations and directives pertaining to Quality Force management to determine the effect on the Group. May be appointed Test Control Officer (TCO). Monitors the flight status codes in the personnel data system, as required.

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• PCS expenses will not be paid.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Veteran's Preference will apply. DD Form 214's are required for Veteran's Preference. If claiming Veteran's Preference for disability a Disability VA letter and SF-15 must also be submitted.
• Visit www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans to learn more about Veteran's Preference.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• 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.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and mission.
• 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. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved by TAG.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Nationwide - Open to all US Citizens GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience in analyzing problems to identify significant factors, gathering pertinent data, and recognizing solutions; plan and organizing work; and communicating effectively orally and in writing. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Musthave at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-07). 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. 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 months/years. 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

The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience.

Contacts

• Address MA ANG 102nd IW 170 Granville Street Otis ANGB, MA 02542-1330 US
• Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
• Email: [email protected]