THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (EMPLOYEE BENEFITS/EMPL BEN) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2958000 and is part of the NC HRO, National Guard (JFHQ-HRO / 1723-222).
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (EMPLOYEE BENEFITS/EMPL BEN) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2958000 and is part of the NC HRO, National Guard (JFHQ-HRO / 1723-222).
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Multiple - INDEFINITE. Selectee may be terminated upon receipt of a 30 day notice. TEMP PROMOTION (TP) may be terminated without prior notification. INDEFINITE or TP may be converted to permanent promotion, upon permanent funding of position.
The area of consideration for this position is CAT 1 (Areas 1-4) (Army). Applications will only be accepted from current military members of the North Carolina Army National Guard, or members of either the Army Reserve, Active Duty Army, or another state's Army National Guard, who are willing and eligible to join the North Carolina Army National Guard.
As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (EMPLOYEE BENEFITS), GS-0201-09, you will provide technical guidance/procedural assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees; advise supervisors/employees on regulatory requirements of the programs/develops instructions; coordinate publication of local policies/regulations; serve as a technical expert in matters regarding employees' claims for Workers Compensation; serve as the Injury Compensation Program Administrator/primary point of contact for Federal Employee's Compensation Act program Investigates facts/develops cases relative to on-the-job injuries, illnesses; coordinate case details between employees, supervisors, medical personnel, claims offices; review claims/medical documents; review CA-1, CA-2, other program forms; determine that payment of legitimate claims is made, fraud is reported, questionable claims are reviewed; provide information/assistance to claimants and supervisors concerning processing procedures; work with rehabilitation counselors, field nurses on return to duty under Nurse Intervention Program; utilize the Injury Compensation/Unemployment Compensation computer system to make inquiries, monitor claim status; develop, modifies, and conducts FECA and Worker's Compensation training; assist in administering the retirement programs; process retirement actions; provide counseling to management, employees, retirees, family members; research regulations/records to advise employees on the buy back of creditable time for retirement; assist employees in the preparation of retirement applications/related documents; provides technical guidance/assistance to management/employees on benefit programs such as FEHB, FEGLI, TSP, Long Term Care Program, Mass Transportation Program; conduct new employee orientations covering numerous aspects of the technician program; conduct open seasons for TSP, health benefits, life insurance; assist in administering the performance management program; provide advice/assistance to supervisors/managers on preparation of performance standards/appraisals.; review award nominations; prepare correspondence relating to the awards program, ensures all administrative details are complete; provide technical guidance; flexibility's/appropriate uses of leave issues; coordinate with USPFO/DFAS on a large variety of personnel actions affecting employee's pay; develop, modifies, conducts presentation of basic and/or refresher training in employee benefits/ compensation procedures.
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.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.
Qualifications
MILITARY GRADES: Enlisted (E4 to E7)
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.
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).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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):
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. You may contact the positions POC before the closing date to request a review of your resume prior to submitting on USA Jobs.
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/12804702
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/.
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. You may contact the positions POC before the closing date to request a review of your resume prior to submitting on USA Jobs.
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/12804702
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/.
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.
