Clarification from the agency

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA I: All qualified permanent and indefinite MeANG Enlisted (E6-E8) Technicians who apply.

Position Management and Classification

Manages full-time manpower requirements for the state. Reviews determinations of ANG/ARNG manpower requirements/authorizations derived from the Unit Manpower Document (UMD) and Voucher. Ensures requirements/authorizations are properly distributed according to workload factors contained in various Manpower Staffing Standards, equipment density allocations; Modified Table of Organizational Equipment (MTOE) and Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) or other methodologies used in justification of manpower requirements. Assists with or implements classification releases and related manpower changes. Coordinates corrections to requirements and subsequent authorizations based on projected force structures and new or unique requirement situations. Reviews proposed organizational structures based on management needs, local realignments, force structure changes, appropriate position classifications and agreement with the basis for the manpower requirements of the organization. Completes builds/corrections when necessary, ensuring the accuracy of the State's personnel organizational hierarchy within the automated personnel systems. Monitors fill rates of manpower requirements for agreement with National Guard Bureau and State Adjutant General's guidance and makes recommendations for potential organizational fills based on force structure changes, funds availability and mission requirements. Evaluates position management within the State and assists supervisors and management officials or managers on ways to improve structure, work distribution, and the use of employee skills. Reviews requests for personnel and position actions to determine impact on position classification and position management matters. Develops Statements of Difference and amendments to standard position descriptions as required for purposes of restructuring grades for recruitment, upward mobility, etc. May participate as the classification functional specialist in the collective bargaining agreement process. Conducts position reviews of complex positions such as supervisory, lead, or mixed work positions on all positions. Interviews position incumbent, immediate and/or higher-level supervisor; reviews organizational information including organizational charts, mission statements, functional statements to determine organizational context of position; may review sample work products produced by the incumbent or go onsite to observe the incumbent at work. Writes detailed reports of findings and presents to manager/supervisor. Takes corrective actions based on results, when required. Performs quality reviews of information maintained in the automated personnel system, full-time manning documents, and final products to ensure correctness of data. Research discrepancies/rejects and works with the appropriate specialist to resolve problems. Advises managers and supervisors on classification, position management, and organization design. Provides classification advisory services; conducts position reviews; analyzes and classifies positions descriptions including writing evaluation statements. Reviews and revises, when needed, coding for such data points such as cyber security, functional classification, full performance level, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation.

Recruitment and Placement

Advises and supports State managers, supervisors, and the Human Resources Officer on recruitment and placement matters for a variety of professional, administrative, technical, and clerical occupations. Plans for and administers the merit promotion and recruitment/ placement program. Educates commanders, managers, and supervisors on a wide range of programs, regulations, and policies regarding hiring of federal employees. Responds to inquiries and provides recommendations to resolve complex interrelated HR issues regarding recruitment and placement matters from the serviced workforce and coordinates with NGB-HR as required. Attends national recruitment and placement workshops. Reviews and verifies determinations made by lower graded staffing specialists, processing requests for personnel actions and recruit to fill actions. Evaluates work processes, provides training, and ensures accuracy and applicability according to regulatory and statutory guidance. Recommends effective and alternative actions where needed. May create and publish new and recurring vacancy announcements using automated system (i.e.: DCPDS or USAJobs).Performs the full scope of HR staffing work related to hiring, advertisement, qualification, selection, and onboarding actions. Performs qualification analysis of eligible applicants and adjudication of qualification appeals.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• 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 obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• This is an Indefinite tenure position. This position may be terminated with a 30-day notice. This position may convert to Permanent without future cometition.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E6-E8

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training which involves the exercise of analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and personal responsibility, and application of a substantial body of knowledge of principles, concepts and practices applicable to one or more fields of administration or management. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience, education, or training involving the administering, delivering, maintaining, advising, and adapting basic concepts, principles, and theories of Human Resources to the unique organizational, management, and mission requirements.

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):

- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels and types of organizations and audiences.

- Ability to communicate with managers and leadership regarding HR subject matter.

- Ability to analyze complex operational and business problems involving issues for serviced functions.

- Skill in advising managers and supervisors of HR program flexibilities and recommending alternatives.