Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: Serves as the functional administrator for Installation Personnel and Pay System- Army (IPPS-A), with responsibilities of a wide variety of procedural and substantive duties associated wtih the automated processing of military personnel actions and adminsitration.

Duties

As a Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems/Military), you will perform the following duties which is not an all-inclusive list: Reports technical (programming) deficiencies to higher headquarters for resolution. Manages and establishes access controls for several existing automated personnel database systems and pay systems relevant to division and installation level. Ensures accuracy and timeliness of the data input relevant to the installation’s strength accountability. Monitors database changes, manages system security, and maintains security of files and systems within the PAB. Reviews all regulations and directives pertaining to Army HR database security to determine impact on local procedures Provides instructions on proper input into the automated systems and advises on regulations, procedures, and problems Retrieves data from various information sources (iPerms, DFAS, IPPS-A) for use in answering questions, responding to correspondence, or preparing reports and briefings. Troubleshoots, repairs, or replaces equipment as needed.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. If the security clearance is denied or revoked, the individual may be denied or removed from the position, accordingly.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.

Qualifications

Fort Leavenworth is located in the Greater Kansas City metropolitan area. The immediate area is considered a national treasure with historic sites and homes filled with small-town charm and friendliness merged with Kansas City retail, attractions and entertainment. Kansas City, well known for its BBQ, Jazz and fountains, is rich in culture with a thriving performing arts scene. Honored as one of the World's 15 Most Beautiful Concert Halls, the Kauffman Center attracts some of the world's most renowned performers and entertainers. For the sports enthusiasts, Kansas City hosts professional sports with the Royals, Chiefs, Sporting Kansas City and Kansas City Current soccer clubs. An international airport is conveniently located within a 30 minute drive of Fort Leavenworth. More information may be found at www.visitkc.com or https://garrison.leavenworth.army.mil/. Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current DIR of Human Resources, Military Personnel DIV, Personnel Automation Branch employees with competitive status within the local commuting area. Current Civilian Employees of the Organization In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) operating and/or maintaining automated systems supporting military personnel programs such as Integrated Personnel and Pay System- Army (IPPS-A), Interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS), or military human resource records; 2) advising stake holders on technical guidance for personnel systems; and 3) providing customer support to all system users. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR Combination of Education and Experience: 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%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: HR Information Systems ApplicationTechnical CredibilityTechnical Problem Solving Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address FS-W6B7AA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG FT LEAVENWORTH DO NOT MAIL Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Email: [email protected]