THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a Human Resources Specialist (Benefits) GS-7/9, Position Description Number T5910500/T509500 and is part of the Human Resources Office HRO, MT National Guard.
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a Human Resources Specialist (Benefits) GS-7/9, Position Description Number T5910500/T509500 and is part of the Human Resources Office HRO, MT National Guard.
This is an announcement for Title 5 excepted service position for MT National Guard. This position does not require military membership. You must be a United States Citizen to be eligible for this position. Open to current Federal permanent employees that are Competitive or excepted. Open to prior Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility. Open to Public and Veterans.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The purpose of this position is to provide technical, procedural, and evaluative assistance in the area of employee benefits, performance management, and/or compensation for both Army and Air National Guard organizations.
Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees in executing a variety of employee benefits' programs, which may include workers' compensation, health and life benefits, Thrift Savings Program (TSP), awards, performance management, retirement, etc.
Injury Compensation: Serves as a technical expert in matters regarding employees' claims for Workers Compensation
Employee Benefits: Assists in administering the retirement programs for technicians desiring to retire under any of the retirement systems.
Performance Management: Assists in administering the performance management program within the state to include state level procedures and appraisal system.
Compensation: Provides technical guidance and procedural advice on flexibility's and appropriate uses of leave issues such as sick leave for family care and bereavement, compensatory, advanced leave, leave without pay, absence without leave, and military leave.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain and then maintain the appropriate security clearance.
Qualifications
You have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. Must submit documentation for education requirement (i.e. Diploma, certificate, transcript).
Basic Qualification Requirement - Must have/be:
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.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Possess experiences gained through civilian and/or military technical training schools within the human resources business programs; do you possess a validated understanding of basic principles and concepts of the Human Resources Specialist.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Specialized Experience GS-0201-07
Must have 3 months of basic knowledge and working experience in personnel programs gained as a volunteer, in a classroom, or as an employee. Have basic knowledge competency of human resources business elements and can discuss terminology, concepts, and issues related to this competency. Experienced in using reference and resource materials and experienced in program functions. Experienced in operating a computer, utilizing multiple computer programs, and performing keyboard functions.
Specialized Experience GS-0201-09
Must have at least one year of specialized experiences at the GS-07 level or the equivalent which provided a working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and federal civilian or military personnel programs. Experienced in performing personnel program requirements that involve advising supervisors and managers; and, experienced in completing accession planning and processing; and/or providing retirement options. Skilled in applying program policies, directives, publications, and training manuals. Experienced in performance management and awards programs; or, advising on process improvement, best practices, and performance techniques.
Education
You must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. Must submit documentation for education requirement (i.e. Diploma, certificate, transcript).
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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, 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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): SEE Assessment questionnaire.
GS-07- Knowledge of two or more specific personnel management specialties (i.e. Staffing, Benefits, Classification, Labor, or Training) sufficient to perform advanced developmental assignments. Ability to carry out studies and analyses of data or programs. Ability to prepare reports to explain basic personnel information. Ability to performing assignments and with development to complete without constant oversight. Ability to have attention to detail and to have accuracy in work. Communication skills sufficient to exchange personnel information with representatives from serviced organizations GS-09-SEE Assessment questionnaire. Sample:
Knowledge of two or more specific personnel management specialties (i.e. Staffing, Benefits, Classification, Labor, or Training) sufficient to perform advanced developmental assignments. Ability to carry out studies and analysis of data or programs. Ability to prepare reports to explain basic personnel information. Ability to performing assignments and with development to complete without constant oversight. Ability to have attention to detail and to have accuracy in work. Communication skills sufficient to exchange personnel information with representatives from serviced organizations. Ability to manage and administer a variety of personnel programs, advises management and counsel employees on such programs as health and life insurance, leave, Thrift Saving Plan (TSP), physical capability requirements and make corrections.Advises management on potential program problems; such as organizational patterns on compliance of performance management, leave, and other programs. Assists in managing the leave programs; for examples leave donor programs and approve requests for advance leave. Analyzes, interprets and clarifies policies, directives and other issuance from higher authority; for example -OPM, NGB, and DoD for statewide application. Develops instructions pertaining to personnel administration matters and makes recommendations to the HRO, staff directors and supervisors to ensure compliance with requirements. Responsible for administering the benefits program and provides advice to managers, supervisors, and individuals who plan to enter on military duty about provisions of the law covering the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Responsible for the administration of the retirement system processing; for example Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Assists with the administration of the Worker's Compensation Program (OWCP) for the state and ensures that the program objectives and goals are met.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: Diploma/Cert/transcript; if claiming Veteran's Preference (Confirmation memo/docs with SF-15).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10489953
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
MT HRO
1956 Mt Majo Street
Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents: Diploma/Cert/transcript; if claiming Veteran's Preference (Confirmation memo/docs with SF-15).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10489953
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
MT HRO
1956 Mt Majo Street
Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
