This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.
This is an Indefinite (with Right to Convert to Permanent) GS-0201-09 HR SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5651P01 and is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing.
SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BELOW.
Summary
This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.
This is an Indefinite (with Right to Convert to Permanent) GS-0201-09 HR SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5651P01 and is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing.
Serves as advisor to commanders and supervisors on human resources (HR) programs affecting full-time employees.
Monitors nexus between full time personnel and military readiness and advises leadership on impacts of military decisions on full time personnel management.
Analyzes data and making determinations regarding various human resources matters that may involve or may affect employees.
Works with HRO and the Wing to accomplish a wide range of human resources transactions for employees.
Uses judgment and discretion to interpret numerous military and civilian policies and provide completed work to both HRO and supported military organizations.
Advises and provides comprehensive procedural and technical guidance to managers and supervisors in the areas of recruitment, placement, separation, and retirement.
Tracks and coordinates hiring system actions for Wing.
Obtains vacancy requirements from functional area supervisors and prepares requests for vacancy announcements.
As the human resources liaison representative, coordinates human resources transactions on a daily basis with management officials, technicians, the ANG organization/unit and HRO.
Maintains and reviews the Unit Manning Document (UMD) validating the position description number, title, series, grade, and resourcing.
Provides assistance to the Wing, managers and supervisors in resolving AGR problems relative to day-to-day operations.
Processes all military human resources actions associated with a military assignment of an AGR member.
Advises and counsels AGR members and dependents on support agencies and benefits programs.
Analyzes, interprets, and clarifies policies, directives, and other issues regarding NGB/ARNG/ANG and HRO military human resources matters.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this positions.
Ability to establish effective profession working relationships with coworkers and customers, contribution to cooperative working environment and successful accomplish of the mission.
Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
Indefinite employment can be terminated with a 30 day notice.
Management has the right to convert indefinite employment to permanent status without re-advertising.
In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the temporary appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status.
United States Citizenship is required.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Appointments of retired members of the Armed Forces as National Guard employees within 180 days of retirement requires a waiver approved by the Adjutant General of Missouri before an effective date can be established.
Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experiences gained through civilian and/or military technical training schools within the human resources business programs; and a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Must also possess skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication; ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; ability to communicate clearly and effectively; skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and, skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material.
GS-09 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess one year of specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the GS 07 grade level that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of and skill in applying fundamental human resource management principles and practices; and providing technical expertise and guidance as well as management advisory services to resolve factual and procedural issues within a particular area of assignment using analytical and evaluative methods and techniques? The specialized experience must demonstrate knowledge of the organizational structure and requirements to provide advice to commanders, unit administrators, and military members; and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with individuals, supervisors and management.
Priority Placement Information:
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible"
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade
Education
A high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma is required. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is desired. A graduate degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum.
Additional information
Veterans Preference:
To claim a veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation listed below. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference and will impact your placement on the selection certificate.
10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15.
5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.
Please note-the applicable DD 214 and/or VA Letter with an SF-15 must be uploaded to accurately determine your eligibility.
Selective Service Act:
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.
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 Packet which may include the following:
Resume (must include the following information)
First and Last Name
Contact Information (Phone Number and Email)
Position Title(s)
Company/Organization Name(s)
Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement
Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.
It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
DD214s
Veteran's preference documentation as applicable
Priority Placement Program:
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:
Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:
Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming DOD Military Spouse preference must submit the following documentation:
Marriage Certificate
Spouses PCS Orders
Military Spouse PPP Self Certification Checklist
Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:
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/13059381
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/.
MO 139th Airlift Wing
705 Memorial Drive
Saint Joseph, MO 64503-9307
US
Next steps
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 Packet which may include the following:
Resume (must include the following information)
First and Last Name
Contact Information (Phone Number and Email)
Position Title(s)
Company/Organization Name(s)
Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement
Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.
It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
DD214s
Veteran's preference documentation as applicable
Priority Placement Program:
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:
Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:
Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming DOD Military Spouse preference must submit the following documentation:
Marriage Certificate
Spouses PCS Orders
Military Spouse PPP Self Certification Checklist
Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:
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/13059381
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/.
MO 139th Airlift Wing
705 Memorial Drive
Saint Joseph, MO 64503-9307
US
Next steps
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.
