Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Human Resources Officer (HRO) in the performance of technical and management advisory personnel functions of the NAF Personnel Program. Serves as a supervisor in the absence of the HRO.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

HR Advisory:

• Provides authoritative management advisory services in HR related matters.
• Advises employees of their entitlements and rights as an employee and suggests other sources or avenues for assistance.
• Makes periodic visits to serviced activities/facilities.
• Provides training to lower graded HR staff in NAF HR functional areas.
• Reviews work output of subordinates for accuracy and completion.
• Monitors the flow of work and makes adjustments as needed. Responsible for running routine audits (i.e. WGI, Benefits Arrearages, Position Hierarchy, Length of Service, et)

• Provides training to managers on recruitment and placement actions.
• Completes job opportunity announcements.
• Generates assessment questionnaires.
• Makes qualification determinations.
• Resolves qualification determinations.

• Classifies routine and non-routine classification requests.
• Determines and assigns correct pay category, occupational series, title, grade level of positions.
• Seeks assistance and guidance on controversial classification requests.
• Makes Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) determinations.
• Conducts position reviews; performs desk audits.
• Prepares evaluation statements.
• Counsels managers on position management strategies.

• Researches and resolves problems in the administration of the employee benefit program.

• Provides advice and assistance to managers and employees on basic pay, overtime, overseas entitlements (as applicable) or leave entitlement questions or problems.
• Advises managers and employees about relatively common issues or problems such as routine leave or attendance questions or disputes.
• Prepares minimum hiring rate & special salary request packages.
• Participates in planning and conducting the local NAF wage survey IAW regulatory guidance.
• May serve as Chairman/Co-Chairman of the NAF Locality Wage Survey Committee.

• Serves as the focal point for the automated NAF personnel data system for transaction problems and error resolutions.
• Maintains surveillance of automated system processing through regular system queries and quality control products.
• Provides technical advice to lower-graded Human Resources Assistants concerning processing of personnel actions and associated system error situations.
• Provides management with position control registers and other automated personnel statistical documents/reports.

• Assists the HRO with disciplinary actions, adverse actions, grievances, performance improvement plans, and business-based actions.
• Advises managers on performance management.
• Communicates requirements when initiating disciplinary actions.
• Reminds managers of proper use of business based actions.
• Counsels managers on prohibited personnel practices.
• Advises managers on Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement (CBA).

Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires the incumbent to successfully complete the required training checklist and mastery of skills within 6 months of employment.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Area of Consideration: The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is limited to US Citizens or legal US residents. PCS costs will not be paid if you would need to relocate to Holloman AFB, NM.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/16/2025

Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

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; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

• Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in substantive NAF personnel management and administration.
• Must be thoroughly accustomed with the full range of NAF personnel policies and procedures.
• Must have experience that provides the knowledge of and skill in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, practices and procedures covering NAF personnel management programs.
• Must possess basic computer skills and have knowledge of the automated NAF personnel data system.
• Must have experience with computer applications such as Windows, MS Word, Excel, Access, and the Internet.
• Ability to communicate with others effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must possess skill in dealing with customers and the public.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

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 resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's 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.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.