This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (MIL), Position Description Number T59004P1and is part of the NJ 108th FSS, National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 5, Excepted Service position.
The primary purpose is to administer and accomplish functions of one or more of the following human resources programs: Career Enhancements, Customer Service, Employments, Relocations, and/or Readiness.
Summary
This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (MIL), Position Description Number T59004P1and is part of the NJ 108th FSS, National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 5, Excepted Service position.
The primary purpose is to administer and accomplish functions of one or more of the following human resources programs: Career Enhancements, Customer Service, Employments, Relocations, and/or Readiness.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent - THIS IS AN INDEFINITE POSITION: This position lasts for an unknown or unstated length of time and is not Permanent, but may become Permanent.
Serves as advisor to commanders on assigned unit human resources (HR) programs.
Interprets policy and provides procedural guidance to commanders, supervisors, and staff members.
Provides guidance and assistance on unit program(s) for which responsible. Provides training to supervisors on all military human resources issues.
Analyzes data and subsequent determinations regarding any number of human resources matters that may involve or affect AGRs, drill status guardsmen, and/or family members. Advises supervisors or managers within unit when actions may affect productivity or mission. Conducts staff visits and trains personnel (AGRs), traditional drill status guardsmen, supervisors, managers, etc.) within the unit in all programs for which responsible.
Conducts periodic briefings for staff, commanders, and administrative personnel to promote a full understanding of all aspects of the assigned program(s). Provides commanders, supervisors, and the MPF staff with a variety statistical data reports pertaining to military HR issues to assist in HR management decisions.
Accomplishes/oversees the accomplishment of technical support work in each of the functional areas within this program area.
-May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
-Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
-Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.
Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade
Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments
Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position.
*Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1)
Qualifications
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.
Education
There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement.
Additional information
Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.
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).
IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED
Telework
The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.
NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour.
Hiring an applicant who retired from Active Duty (includes AGR) for T5 NG Employee positions. In accordance with DOD Instruction 1402.01 (Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces), a retired member of an active duty component cannot be hired for civilian positions in the competitive and excepted service within 180 days of retirement without an approved TAG waiver packet
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.
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date/time of this vacancy announcement will result in disqualification. Please review your application thoroughly prior to final submission to ensure all required documents are included. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does not automatically ensure their inclusion with your application in our system. You must verify that all documents are present within your application package before submitting.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including the following:
1. Resume: Your resume may not exceed two pages and must include:
Your full name, current address, civilian email address, and telephone number.
Detailed work history, including job title, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, dates of employment (MM/YY), hours worked per week, and a comprehensive description of your duties and accomplishments.
Evidence supporting your eligibility and qualification claims. You are required to document this information within your resume.
If qualifying based on related unpaid experience (e.g., volunteer service), provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY).
For Federal service, include the series and grade of each position held.
Please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information to allow for a qualification determination.
Example:
$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010 - July 2019 or January 2006 - Present… followed by a detailed description of your experience and qualifications.
Important Notes Regarding Resumes:
Incomplete resumes will not be considered.
If you submit multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded resume will be reviewed.
Do not copy and paste the job description or qualifications into your resume. Doing so will result in disqualification for plagiarism.
2. SF50 (if applicable): Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent (non-award) SF50. The SF-50 must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time-in-grade.
3. Proof of Required Credentials (if applicable): Submit proof of certification, license, clearance certificate, SRB, ORB, RIP, and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours and degree completion status) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined in this job opportunity announcement. If you are in the military (any service or component), you must submit proof (separate from your resume) verifying your current membership and rank/grade.
4. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): Submit supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims, such as DD-214, SF-15, and medical information.
Important: If claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of your preference.
10-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," plus required supporting documentation.
5-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a copy of your DD-214, including Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). Active duty personnel may submit a certification from their branch of service confirming expected discharge/release under honorable conditions within 120 days, including terminal leave start date, rank, and dates of service.
It is your responsibility to verify that all information and documents are received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You can verify document processing prior to the announcement closing. Allow up to one hour for virus scans.
Human Resources will not modify, change, or add anything to your application packet after the closing date.
Human Resources will not disclose your qualification status.
Incomplete application packages will not be considered.
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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
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. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date/time of this vacancy announcement will result in disqualification. Please review your application thoroughly prior to final submission to ensure all required documents are included. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does not automatically ensure their inclusion with your application in our system. You must verify that all documents are present within your application package before submitting.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including the following:
1. Resume: Your resume may not exceed two pages and must include:
Your full name, current address, civilian email address, and telephone number.
Detailed work history, including job title, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, dates of employment (MM/YY), hours worked per week, and a comprehensive description of your duties and accomplishments.
Evidence supporting your eligibility and qualification claims. You are required to document this information within your resume.
If qualifying based on related unpaid experience (e.g., volunteer service), provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY).
For Federal service, include the series and grade of each position held.
Please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information to allow for a qualification determination.
Example:
$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010 - July 2019 or January 2006 - Present… followed by a detailed description of your experience and qualifications.
Important Notes Regarding Resumes:
Incomplete resumes will not be considered.
If you submit multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded resume will be reviewed.
Do not copy and paste the job description or qualifications into your resume. Doing so will result in disqualification for plagiarism.
2. SF50 (if applicable): Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent (non-award) SF50. The SF-50 must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time-in-grade.
3. Proof of Required Credentials (if applicable): Submit proof of certification, license, clearance certificate, SRB, ORB, RIP, and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours and degree completion status) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined in this job opportunity announcement. If you are in the military (any service or component), you must submit proof (separate from your resume) verifying your current membership and rank/grade.
4. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): Submit supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims, such as DD-214, SF-15, and medical information.
Important: If claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of your preference.
10-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," plus required supporting documentation.
5-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a copy of your DD-214, including Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). Active duty personnel may submit a certification from their branch of service confirming expected discharge/release under honorable conditions within 120 days, including terminal leave start date, rank, and dates of service.
It is your responsibility to verify that all information and documents are received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You can verify document processing prior to the announcement closing. Allow up to one hour for virus scans.
Human Resources will not modify, change, or add anything to your application packet after the closing date.
Human Resources will not disclose your qualification status.
Incomplete application packages will not be considered.
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 and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
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. Referral to the hiring official will be IAW our agency Merit Promotion Plan and current Labor agreement. Qualified applicants may be further evaluated by a ranking panel. Referred candidates will be further evaluated and interviewed by a selection panel.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
