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Department of the Army
U.S. Army Contracting Command
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Summary

About the Position: Serves as a staff specialist charged with full technical responsibility for one or more command-wide civilian human resource program/project assignments. Monitors and reviews assigned command-wide programs/areas and develops policies, guidance, and regulations.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
04/15/2020 to 04/28/2020
Salary
$79,301 - $122,592 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Location
2 vacancies in the following location:
Redstone Arsenal, AL
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - This position may require 10% temporary duty travel (TDY).
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Multiple - This is a TERM initially for 13 months, which may be extended to 24 months. If an Army applicant is selected, position may be filled by temporary promotion/temporary reassignment for 13-months. May be extended in one-year increments to 24 months.
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
SCBK20362341591
Control number
565426500

This job is open to

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Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Clarification from the agency

See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.

Duties

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  • Provide guidance involving subject matter areas advising management on the use of compensation flexibilities to help recruit, manage, and retain employees in remote locations.
  • Conduct various analytical studies and evaluation activities in assigned program area and translate findings into specific corrective action.
  • Manage incentive programs, developing, monitoring, and executing procedures, and recommending action.
  • Serve as a major contributor or lead author of, management reports or contractual documents for external distribution and provide input to policies.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires that selectee obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  • This position is designated as a Continuity of Operations (COOP) position.

Qualifications

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.

  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Re-employed Annuitant
  • Reinstatement


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience 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.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes providing advice on compensation and performance management in pay banding and General Schedule positions, civilian mobilization; preparing reports using numerous databases and assisting in policy development. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service NH-2 (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using Experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

  • HR Information Systems Application
  • Human Resources Management
  • Performance Management
  • Written Communication

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Two year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a TERM initially for 13 months, which may be extended to 24 months. If an Army applicant is selected, position may be filled by temporary promotion/temporary reassignment for 13-months. May be extended in one-year increments to 24 months.
  • You may claim military spouse preference (MSP).
  • If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration.
  • This position may be eligible for Situational Telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 10 - Civilian Human Resources Management position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
  • This position is designated a Continuity of Operations (COOP) position. The incumbent must be prepared to support the ACC Continuity of Operations (COOP) Program and OPLAN by moving to and operating from an emergency relocation facility as a member of one of the commands COOP Support Teams. These non-routine office duties may include short notice travel, 24-hour on-call or exercise duties and the requirement to support COOP operation for a minimum of 30 days. When performing under COOP support team operations, expanded work hours, 7 day workweek, and extended duty days may be required.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

U.S. Army Contracting Command

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

Huntsville is a high-tech city nestled between the edge of the Appalachian Mountains in North Alabama and the Tennessee River. The Huntsville area has one of the largest research parks in the United States, and the technical community is fortunate to have access to the undergraduate and graduate curricula of several excellent engineering universities. It is also home to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, championship golf courses, museums, professional theater, symphony, sport franchises (baseball, ice hockey, and arena football) and three shopping malls. This is a vibrant region with mild winters, family oriented communities, and great natural beauty. Additional information is available at http://ci.huntsville.al.us/hin/.

This position is a TERM position. It is a time limited position for an initial 13 months and may be extended up to a maximum of 24 months. If an Army applicant is selected, position may be filled by temporary promotion or temporary reassignment for 13 months, and may be extended to a maximum of 24 months.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Email
USARMY.APG.CHRA-NE.MBX.APPLICANTHELP@MAIL.MIL
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
BK-APF-W6QKAA USA CONTRACTING COMMAND
DO NOT MAIL
Redstone Arsenal, AL 35898
US

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