THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP. This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (MILITARY), Position Description Number PDD1115000 and is part of the Mississippi National Guard.

Duties

As a HR SPEC (MILITARY), GS-0201-9, you will provide support to the ARNG Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Military), otherwise known as the Recruiting and Retention Manager (RRM), in the administrative and program operations of the recruiting and retention function. This position is located in the Army National Guard (ARNG), Recruiting and Retention Branch. (1) Participates in developing procedures and the administrative operations of the recruiting and retention program. This includes, but is not limited to: advertising; determining budget requirements; developing the awards and decorations program for recruiters and for those submitting referrals; reviewing portions of the recruiting program to analyze and determine effectiveness of individual recruiters or need for procedural changes within the program; maintaining files and records including military human resources (HR) files for AGR personnel; and preparing a variety of reports. Assists the RRM in developing, planning, and coordinating training for recruiters, contacting schools, determining availability, recruiting spaces, and preparing orders. (2) Participates in the development of written guidelines pertaining to the recruiting and retention program such as local regulations, supplements to Department of Army (DA) or National Guard Bureau (NGB) regulations, circulars, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensures dissemination of regulatory materials to recruiters in the field. Maintains copies and updates all applicable recruiting and retention guidelines. (3) Submits proposed budget request to the RRM for review and approval. Budget requests include but are not limited to the following: general supplies, services (advertising, lease/rental of vehicles, etc.), man-day usage (determines need for Active Duty Special Work requirements), travel requirements, etc. Audits Federal telephone usage for appropriate use and advises RRM of suspected abuse. Coordinates personnel support activities with the Human Resources Office concerning the transfer or movement of Active Guard Reserve (AGR) members within the recruiter force, and resolves any pay problems AGR members may be experiencing (i.e. special pay, promotions, rations, quarters, etc.). Ensures coordination and distribution of all recruiter orders. (4) Works with units to determine effectiveness of the recruiting and retention program and identifies trends and suggests corrective measures. Conducts informal studies and pinpoints program deficiencies. Recommends possible solutions to the recruitment manager. (5) As required, the incumbent is assigned to portions of recruiting campaigns and fairs to assist in planning displays, open houses, etc. Monitors advertising activity, reviews write-ups, coordinates information activity with the state information office, and works with the AGR military advertising specialist assigned to the recruiting force. (6) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

This is an indefinite position, tenure 3, with a time limit determined by the needs of the agency. Any permanent military technician who is selected for this position will become tenure 3. The selectee will receive the same benefits and entitlements as the tenure 1 employee, but will be considered tenure 3 for purposes of reduction in force. If a permanent resource becomes available, incumbent may be converted to a permanent appointment without competition. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. MILITARY MEMBERS WITH BONUSES: Upon acceptance of a military technician position military members who are currently receiving a military Reenlistment/Extension Bonus (REB) or GI Bill-SR Kicker may lose incentive eligibility and may be subject to termination or suspension of incentive (includes indefinite and temporary technicians on assignment for more than 180 days in any continuous 12-month period). GENERAL EXPERIENCE: To qualify for any GS-0201 position, you must possess and document on your resume the following seven basic competency factors: Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication; Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and, Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one year of specialized experiences at the GS-07 level or the equivalent which provided a basic working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and personnel programs. Basic knowledge and experiences of personnel programs gained in a classroom or as an on-the-job trainee. Have knowledge-based competency of human resources business elements and can discuss terminology, concepts, principles, and issues related to this competence. Experienced in using references and resource materials and experienced in program functions such as, maintaining personnel records, counseling, or classification and assignments. Experiences may include performing personnel functions associated with preparing and maintaining position descriptions and manual records, personnel classification or usage, quality force management, managing personnel records and researching record data. Experienced in operating a computer and using varied computer programs. You must possess or be able to obtain the proper clearance type and level within one year of appointment according to DoD Personnel Security Program Management Directives. If your resume does not include a narrative description of how you meet the GENERAL, SPECIALIZED experiences, and OTHER requirements, you may lose consideration for this position. Ensure that the Questionnaire is completed online in Application Manager. NOTES TO CANDIDATES: a. Situations of inversion of military rank are not permitted, i.e., a military technician may not be militarily senior to his or her full-time supervisor. b. Candidates may be screened and evaluated on military attributes directly related to the compatible military position required to be assigned into, such as, but not limited to, military bearing, leadership, or ability to work with others (teamwork) in a military environment. c. Include any volunteer work experience in your resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). d. Final selection will be based upon qualifications, suitability, and available manpower resources. e. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. f. Multiple vacancies may be filled from this announcement. g. If this announcement results in a temporary promotion for the selectee, it may become permanent at any time without further competition dependent on funding and manpower requirements.

Education

Contacts

• Address MS JFH MS G1 1410 Riverside Drive Jackson, MS 39202 US
• Name: Everett Smith
• Phone: 601-313-6408
• Email: [email protected]