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MINNESOTA NATIONAL GUARD:
This position is a Non-dual status position located in the Joint Force Headquarters Office, Air, in St. Paul, MN. This position meets the criteria of the NDS Management Plan as follows: The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard, the incumbent is not subject to mobilization nor is the work described part of the military mission, and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet on of the following. It does not have a comparable military function; or the position is required in the full-time role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization function; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualification that cannot be readily found in the military force structure..
UNIT: JFHQ, NGMN-AN, Saint Paul, MN
LOCATION: Saint Paul, MN
SELECTING OFFICIAL: Brig Gen Sandra L. Best, (651) 268-8928
This is a Competitive Service position in the Minnesota National Guard.
Open to current Competitive Service technicians in the MN National Guard
**Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.**
07/12/2017 to 07/26/2017
$53,078 - $69,004 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-Time
No
MN-10026609-AF-17-324
474179600
A Human Resources Specialist, GS-0203-09, This position is located in the Joint Force Headquarters Office, Air, in St. Paul, MN. Accomplishes work through the use of an automated personnel system. Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees in executing a variety of employee relations, performance management, and compensation programs, which may include awards and suggestions, leave, disciplinary and non-disciplinary actions, grievances, etc. Develops and carries out specific projects to accomplish the technical support mission of the Human Resources Office. Advises supervisors and employees on regulatory requirements of the programs and develops instructions. Reviews and interprets policies, directives, and other issuances by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), National Guard (NGB), and outside control agencies for applicability to activities serviced. Takes appropriate action to comply with such directives and guidance or refers the matters to the proper functional staff for action. Coordinates publication of local policies and regulations. Assists in administering the performance management program within the state to include state level procedures and appraisal system. Provides advice and assistance to supervisors and managers on the preparation of performance standards and appraisals. Serves as executive secretary for the employee recognition awards program. Provides technical guidance and procedural advice on the flexibilities and appropriate use of leave issues such as sick leave for family care and bereavement, compensatory leave, advanced leave, leave without pay, absence without leave, and military leave. Provides guidance on the use of the Family and Medical Leave Act and Voluntary Leave Transfer Program. Counsels managers and employees on rights and obligations under the leave programs and various work schedules. Researches regulations, guidance, and laws to resolve leave issues. Interprets guidance and regulations to provide procedural advice to management and employees on pay schedule adjustments, severance pay, back pay, debts, and compensation. Reviews actions and ensures submission to payroll offices is correct and accurate. Coordinates with United States Property and Fiscal Office and Civilian Personnel Management Services (CPMS) Field Advisory Services Division (FAS) on a large variety of personnel actions affecting employee's pay.Provides guidance and technical assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees on questions, complaints or issues, which require an explanation of human resources practices and procedures, e.g., explaining employee rights, and procedures for filing grievances. Explores alternate solutions for resolving the problem based on the facts elicited during questioning. Interviews supervisors to develop facts for situations involving minor problems, work habits, indebtedness, and financial assistance. Provides guidance in non-controversial cases. Refers significant or new problems to specialists for action.Composes letters or summaries relating to a variety of employee relations, performance management, and compensation matters. Recommends changes to operating policies and procedures. Develops, modifies, and conducts presentation of basic and/or refresher training in employee relations, performance management, and compensation procedures. May assist in administering the Technician Assistance Program, which includes the training of supervisors and management officials regarding problems of the emotionally disturbed employee, and alcohol/drug abuse. May serve in the absence of the higher graded specialist. Performs other duties as assigned.
Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: N1168000
REMARKS: This position will not be filled until current incumbent vacates.
Acceptance of a Technician position may result in the termination of your Selected Reserve bonus.
To view ALL MN National Guard Vacancies, go to: http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/careers/minnesota.php
IMPORTANT NOTES:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENT: This is a Non-dual status position. Military Membership compatibility is not required.
Open only to current Competitive Service technicians in the MN National Guard
Evaluation Factors:
Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of appropriate education, experience, training, self-development activities, and special awards. Candidates are considered on the basis of available information on their current application and supporting information that has been provided to this office. To ensure full consideration, applicants are urged to submit information about their training, self-development, outside experience, activities and awards. National Guard military (Part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements for a technician position. The applicant is credited with actual number of months the member has been in the National Guard if the experience is related.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume and/or OF 612 showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format MUST include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
Job Information: Vacancy Identification Number (10026609), title (HR SPEC) and grade(9) for which you are applying.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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CONTACTING US: After you have read all the instructions in this vacancy announcement, if you still have questions about this position or the application process, you may contact us at (651) 282-4155.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/474179600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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