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Human Resources Specialist

Department of Defense
Missile Defense Agency
Human Resources Directorate
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Summary

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: ACQDEMO


Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
01/22/2024 to 02/05/2024
Salary
$99,200 to - $153,345 per year
Pay scale & grade
NH 3
Locations
1 vacancy in the following locations:
Dahlgren, VA
Fort Belvoir, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
MDA-24-12282198-MP
Control number
771811500

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Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to Current Federal Employees in the Competitive Service; Displaced employees (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan - ICTAP eligible within the Local Commuting Area; and individuals eligible for the following Special Appointing Authorities: 30% or More Disabled Veterans, Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA), Military Spouses, and Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)

Duties

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As a Human Resources Specialist at the NH-0201-3 some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Advisory services provided are broad in scope and consistently reflect all major facets of the military personnel management program of the organization, a mastery of Naval personnel management policies and practices of the DoD, and keen awareness of the best business practices used in support of assigned military staff.
  • Advise senior military leaders and immediate supervisor of military personnel matters regarding compliance with policies and procedures for making proper personnel resource decisions in relation to Navy and Marine Corps. Firm understanding of establishing and maintaining U.S Navy Active Duty personnel assignments and employer-employee relationships that contribute to productivity, motivation, morale, and discipline in the workplace.
  • Worked as a Navy Administrative Officer and/or Personnel Officer with a firm understanding of Naval personnel and pay processes, to include evaluations, fitness reports, and Naval Awards. Work completed per Navy and DoD Instructions.
  • Manage and process Navy personnel gains, losses, retirements and separations.
  • Manage officer assignments and coordinate with OSD, JCS, WHS, and Navy Personnel Command, ensuring the Agency is probably staffed.
  • Manage Navy and Marine Corps billets, and coordinate with OPNAV, WHS, Navy Personnel Command and Joint Officer Matters Manpower Management, Officer Assignments Staffs in the submission of required OSD and service forms and policies.
  • Responsible as a member of military affairs management team in formal and informal management planning, policy and decision-making regarding military personnel decision-making actions in the Agency.
  • Manage administrative and personnel tickler systems to support Navy and Marine Corps Agency Staff ensuring all requirements are completed as required.
  • Participates in meetings, working groups, and other process area related meetings as an advisor and as a value-added contributor and collector of military personnel and organizational related information.
  • Performs wide variety of analytical duties connected with planning, prioritizing, justifying, directing, controlling, managing, and implementing military personnel actions. Contributes to the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of the agency operations through training and responding to management requirements.
  • Have a firm understanding and how to effectively use Navy Personnel systems such as Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS), Official Military Personnel File (OMPF), SalesForce, Electronic Service Record (ESR), enterprise Customer Relationship Management (eCRM), BUPERS On-Line, Fleet Training Management and Planning System (FLTMPS) and Personnel Tempo (PERSTEMPO).
  • Resolves diverse viewpoints/controversial issues. Presents organizational briefings to convey strategic vision or organizational policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Male born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
  • Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • This is a Drug Testing designated position
  • Work Schedule: Fulltime
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
  • Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information
  • Must maintain and obtain Non-Critical Sensitive Secret (Secret) clearance

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH-03/GS-13 if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11grade level in the Federal service:

  • Experience using Navy personnel management and organization practices, planning and evaluating complex personnel functions in order to develop and implement effective navy personnel processes to include use of Navy automated personnel and administrative systems, capabilities and proactive usage to effectively complete assignments.
  • Experience managing Navy Administration, organizational, and personnel practices; planning and evaluating complex administrative and personnel functions in order to develop and support flag officers and staff.
  • Experience as a technical advisor in significant management planning and policy and decision-making actions in the Agency with strong customer service background and the ability to solve complex personnel and administrative challenges.
  • Experience using a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness in meeting established goals, measures, and objectives.


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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.


*NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Person with Disabilities- Schedule A
Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (seehttps://www.sss.gov/register/who-needs-to-register/#p5 )

To receive consideration please make sure you select ALL appropriate eligibilities in the application questionnaire.


Other Notes:

Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Military
  • Oral Communication
  • Strategic Thinking


Military Spouse Preference: If you are entitled to military spouse preference, in order to receive this preference you must choose the spousal eligibility in your application package referencing MSP Military Spouse Preference. Your preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are claiming military spouse preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed below preference eligible veteran candidates and above non-preference candidates on a list sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration. To claim Military Spouse Preference (MSP) please complete the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist, save the document and attach it to your application package.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP): In order to receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the "Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference (RGP)" eligibility. If you are claiming RGP and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager as a priority applicant. Information and required documentation for claiming MSP may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. To be eligible as a RGP, you must submit the following supporting documents with your application package: a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 (whs.mil)); a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.

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