Clarification from the agency

Title 5 NON MERIT CAT 1- All Preference eligible qualified applicants that are claiming 5 points or more veterans preference. CAT 2- All qualified Non-Preference eligible applicants if the preference eligible list has no qualified applicants or there was a Passover request done.

1. Processes a wide range of human resources transactions related to recruitment and placement, classification, employee relations, human resource development, and/or incentive awards. These duties require a technical understanding and knowledge of numerous human resources guidelines, directives, procedures, policies, and precedent situations, which involve analyzing the interrelationships and impact that various personnel actions, in different functional areas, may have on technician personnel.

2. Provides technical assistance in the area of recruitment and placement. Participates in the execution of the merit placement/promotion program. Advises and provides procedural and technical guidance to managers, supervisors, and applicants on recruitment and placement, qualification requirements, merit promotion procedures, transfers, eligibility determinations, methods of recruitment, and initial employment. Reviews and verifies information on requests for vacancies to determine the nature of the staffing action required and to ensure correctness. Prepares and distributes vacancy announcements. Conducts initial interviews and contacts applicants for dual status and Title 5 employment and furnishes information regarding vacancies and mandatory requirements for eligibility in the ARNG/ANG technician program. Analyzes and evaluates individuals' applications to determine basic eligibility. Evaluates relative quality and value of experience, training, education, and performance in relation to requirements of positions for all positions GS-07 and WG-08 and below. Reviews, evaluates and develops specialized qualification requirements, knowledge, skills and abilities statements. Assists the specialist in the recruitment and evaluation of applicants on the basis of need for candidates in special categories (i.e., key staff, handicapped, etc.). Provides advice and assistance in restructuring of positions for fill at lower grades determining selective placement factors, ranking factors, crediting factors, and the degree to which each factor is met. Prepares and maintains records and reports and performs post audits and maintenance of merit promotion files.

3. Assists classification specialist by performing job audits and making classification determinations on a variety of clerical, and technical occupations (GS-07 and below) and Wage Grade occupations where standards clearly apply. Develops position descriptions for restructuring purposes, and prepares amendments and statements of differences. Interviews supervisors and employees and researches pertinent regulations to gain information relative to the position. Performs a variety of support work for the specialist, such as compiling and tracking program indicators, maintaining records on surveys and position reviews, maintaining reference materials such as position classification and job grading standards, Technician Personnel Regulations, organization charts, position descriptions, and evaluation statements, and monitoring timely implementation of classification releases. Participates in processing classification appeals by ensuring appropriate information is included. Performs position control to ensure validity of personnel and position action requests, and to determine impact on position classification and position management.

4. Provides technical assistance in executing the employee relations program. Provides specific advice and guidance to supervisors, managers and employees on a variety of employee relation's matters, to include resolving minor employee problems. Conducts fact-finding investigations, researches pertinent guidance to assist in problem resolution, and responds to inquiries regarding requirements of proposed actions. Advises on non-controversial issues, such as regulatory and procedural authorities relating to performance and performance-ratings, disciplinary problems, employee dissatisfaction, indebtedness, work habits, unexcused absences, and provides guidance on alternatives and possible solutions. Explains provisions of employee benefits and services programs, to employees and supervisors on matters relating to Workers' Compensation such as determination reassignments and light duty. Coordinates with Department of Labor as necessary.

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Conditions of employment

• 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 maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position with experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience may include human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force, or similar human resources experience.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THIS POSITION:
--Comprehensive knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and precedents relating to the area of assignment; and the ability to apply this knowledge in the interpretation and application of regulatory and procedural requirements to complex cases.
--Knowledge of computer databases, personnel management systems and pay management systems. Proficiency in analytical math and have effective oral and written communication skills with a customer service support base.
--Ability to provide, and perform a segment of the human resource actions which requires knowledge of processing a variety of unique official personnel tasks.
--Knowledge of requirements for proposed action to ensure that documentation is correct and sufficient; ability to review organizational records, duty codes, medical, and educational regulations in order to analyze the information and determine the propriety of the action submitted and that all levels of legal, medical, and administrative review are complete.
--Ability to deal cooperatively with others to obtain needed information, to complete required case processing, and to explain decisions or recommendations to interested parties.
--Skill in compiling information and preparing reports.
--Ability to plan and organize work.
--Knowledge of military organizational structures, protocol, and similar matters.

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.