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Human Resources Specialist
Boise, Idaho
Appointment Type: Indefinite
PD #:D1041000
Series/Grade: GS-0201-07/09
Salary Range: $40,684.00-$64,697.00
MAY CONVERT TO PERMANENT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION IF POSITION BECOMES AVAILABLE
IF SELECTED, CURRENT TECHNICIAN'S TENURE WILL TRANSFER WITH MEMBER TO THIS POSITION
*Candidates may have to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance*
*PCS is not authorized*
MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED FOR DUAL STATUS ONLY: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Idaho National Guard as a condition of employment. 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. Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Current members of the Idaho Army National Guard or those eligible to become a member.
Application materials must be received by Thursday, April 20, 2017. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the requirements.
03/21/2017 to 04/20/2017
$40,684 - $64,697 per year
GS 07 - 09
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required
No
Temporary - Indefinite
Full-time - Full Time
No
17-109 1931196
466255900
MAJOR DUTIES: (Detailed duties are on the Position Description available at the Human Resources Office)
The primary purpose of the position is to provide technical, procedural and evaluative assistance in the area of employee relations, performance management, and compensation for both Army and Air National Guard organizations. Accomplishes work through the use of an automated personnel system.
--Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees in executing a variety of employee relations, performance management, and compensation programs, which may include awards and suggestions, leave, disciplinary and non-disciplinary actions, grievances, etc. Develops and carries out specific projects to accomplish the technical support mission of the Human Resources Office. Advises supervisors and employees on regulatory requirements of the programs and develops instructions. Reviews and interprets policies, directives, and other issuances by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), National Guard (NGB), and outside control agencies for applicability to activities serviced. Takes appropriate action to comply with such directives and guidance or refers the matters to the proper functional staff for action. Coordinates publication of local policies and regulations.
--Assists in administering the performance management program within the state to include state level procedures and appraisal system. Provides advice and assistance to supervisors and managers on the preparation of performance standards and appraisals. Explains employee options if dissatisfied with performance rating. Provides technical guidance to Review and Appeals Boards, managers, and supervisors relative to the appraisal system. Reviews performance standards and appraisals for regulatory compliance. Monitors the timely submission of performance appraisals and records delinquencies.
--Serves as executive secretary for the employee recognition awards program. Assists in developing and providing managers and supervisors with guidance on program procedures. Maintains a tracking system to evaluate and provide management with reports of statistical information pertaining to status, financial impact, types and numbers of awards. Provides guidance on required criteria. Assists in explaining options to employees when they are dissatisfied with performance ratings.
--Provides technical guidance and procedural advice on the flexibilities and appropriate use of leave issues such as sick leave for family care and bereavement, compensatory leave, advanced leave, leave without pay, absence without leave, and military leave. Provides guidance on the use of the Family and Medical Leave Act and Voluntary Leave Transfer Program. Counsels managers and employees on rights and obligations under the leave programs and various work schedules.
--Provides guidance and technical assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees on questions, complaints or issues, which require an explanation of human resources practices and procedures, e.g., explaining employee rights, and procedures for filing grievances.
--Composes letters or summaries relating to a variety of employee relations, performance management, and compensation matters.
--Develops, modifies, and conducts presentation of basic and/or refresher training in employee relations, performance management, and compensation procedures.
--May assist in administering the Technician Assistance Program, which includes the training of supervisors and management officials regarding problems of the emotionally disturbed employee, and alcohol/drug abuse.
--May serve in the absence of the higher graded specialist.
--Performs other duties as assigned.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Within your application package, you must explain how you gained the specialized experience required for this position. Applicants applying at the GS 07 level must have at least 12 months experience in the interpretation and application of regulations, procedures or laws. Experience that provided a working knowledge of administrative functions. Experience performing personnel transactions. Experience working independently and setting priorities with very little supervisory control.
The GS 09 level 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.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Work involves providing management advisory services and technical, procedural and evaluative assistance to managers/supervisors and employees in the area of injury compensation.
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.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
No special education requirements are needed for this position.
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.
BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following WEB addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
For additional information, visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to federal employees: http://www.usajobs.gov/El/benefits.asp
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
SUBSTITUTION EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
A maximum of 12 months of the required experience may be substituted by successful completion of undergraduate study in an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester hours. The education must have been in fields directly related to the type of work of the position.
(Proof of education must be submitted with application package)
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Idaho National Guard Mission Statement:
The incredible versatility of the National Guard enables its troops to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counter drug efforts, reconstruction missions and moreall with equal speed, strength and efficiency.
Whether the call is coming from the Governor of the State of Idaho or directly from the President of the United States, Guard Soldiers and Airman are always ready and always there.
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Funds Transfer Program.
This can be a dual-status position and membership in the Idaho National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
All male applicants born after 31 December 1959 will be required to furnish a statement of Selective Service registration status prior to appointment. (5 U.S.C. 3328)
Acceptance of any military technician position over 179 days will cause termination of entitlement and eligibility for all bonuses and student loan repayments effective the date of employment. This does not affect the Montgomery GI Bill eligibility. Payments of Selected Reserve reenlistment bonuses authorized in section 308b of title 37, United States Code, to Military Technicians (Dual Status) who become eligible for reenlistment while serving on active duty in Iraq, Afghanistan or Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation New Dawn (in theater) are excluded from repayment. Acceptance of any military technician position may affect your incentive bonus. Check with your incentives manager to see if this applies to the incentive you received.
Applicants who feel they have reinstatement/restoration/re-promotion rights to this grade and position should contact the Human Resources Office.
The Idaho National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical handicap or age which does not interfere with job accomplishment or National Guard membership. Veteran's Preference does not apply to any National Guard position.
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.
BENEFITS:
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. The following WEB addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
For additional information, visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance:
For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com
Retirement Program:
For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to federal employees: http://www.usajobs.gov/El/benefits.asp
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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- Explanation of specialized experience-if not included in body of resume
- Transcript (If using education to substitute for experience, you must submit a transcript). A copy of a diploma
DOES NOT constitute a transcript
- Job related certificates and licenses (optional) - current only
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 provide a complete Application Package, which includes all of the documents in the required documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, April 20, 2017.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- Explanation of specialized experience-if not included in body of resume
- Transcript (If using education to substitute for experience, you must submit a transcript). A copy of a diploma
DOES NOT constitute a transcript
- Job related certificates and licenses (optional) - current only
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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 provide a complete Application Package, which includes all of the documents in the required documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, April 20, 2017.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/466255900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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IDAHO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
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UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE