Performs administrative and technical support work in a variety of human resources functions.
Performs administrative and technical support work in a variety of human resources functions.
Salary based on experience
Performs administrative and technical support work in a variety of personnel functions. Processes the full range of personnel actions for craft and trade and pay band non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees involving a variety of occupations. Examines request for personnel actions, verifies all entries by performing a procedural and technical review of proposed actions to assure correctness of entries and cited authority. Processes new appointments. Interviews employees to obtain data to complete or instruct individuals in completing forms such as health benefits registration, life insurance, designation of beneficiary, tax certificates, clearance and investigation data. Computes and flags due dates for various types of personnel actions, i.e., within grade increase, conversions, performance appraisals, expiration date of temporary appointment, salary retention period; runs reports out of the HRIS system to verify flagged items are completed and up to date.
Processes Requests for Personnel Actions (SF-52s). Ensures supporting documents are complete and attached to SF-52 (e.g. job descriptions, set of duties, etc.). Writes position announcements, reviews applications/resumes and provides qualified applicants to the hiring manager. Provides assistance to employees, applicants and management on applicable procedures, instructions, and regulations. Monitors status on pending actions. Retrieves data for reports. Provides information on status of personnel actions to operating officials. Works closely with all levels of personnel within the FFR to ensure program support is priority.
Establishes, monitors and maintains Official Personnel Folders to include but not limited to creating, re-establishing, auditing and purging of files is completed in accordance with established instructions. Conducts new employee orientation providing brochures, e.g., health/life insurance, and explains retirement provisions, hours of work, leave accrual, health and life insurance options, local facilities, standards of conduct, EEO, etc. Ensures benefit enrollments are completed and accurately processes within established timeframes. Inputs information into the automated personnel system in a timely manner and ensure accuracy of all salary and pay adjustments. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a human resources office or higher level education that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of personnel processing rules, procedures or operations to assist applicants, employees and management with questions pertaining to NAF HR operations. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on matters and provide basic program information. Basic knowledge of office operation, administration; must have strong organizational skills and be able to multi task and/or work multiple projects with deadlines that vary. Knowledge of steps and procedures used to process a variety of personnel actions is necessary to carry out the tasks of this position. The incumbent must be able to utilize operational information, policies and processes to make day to day decisions; resolve problems or discrepancies based on knowledge of personnel processing rules, regulations and procedures. Proficient use of Microsoft Office products and familiarity with HRIS database SAP/HR is preferred.
May be required to travel to other installations within the Naval District Washington to assist other NAF Human Resources Offices and/or attend training.
Ability to satisfactorily complete background investigation - National Agency Check with Written Inquires (NACI), upon hiring.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/25/2026 to receive consideration.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13043637
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.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
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