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HR SPEC (INFORMATION SYSTEMS)

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
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Summary

This is a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Technician position:
HR SPEC (INFORMATION SYSTEMS)
Location:
Washington Human Resources Office
CAMP MURRAY, Washington 98430
Army National Guard Units
Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service
Advertised as: Title 5
Announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
Your resume must contain your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, will not be considered.

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
12/31/2024 to 02/05/2025
Salary
$67,147 to - $105,612 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Camp Murray, WA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
11
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
WA-12653624-AR-25-0215
Control number
826258200

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Clarification from the agency

Internal WA Federal HRO Only

Duties

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A GS-0201-9/11, HR SPEC (INFORMATION SYSTEMS):

  • Provides technical assistance and guidance to supervisors, leadership, and various staff members in the operation, maintenance, and capabilities of various Human Resource Information Systems (HRISs) such as automated personnel systems, automated records management systems, case management systems, personnel records applications, HR In-Processing via virtual platforms, and virtual personnel services. Directs and monitors operation and maintenance of the local personnel system. Analyzes quality control queries, Personnel/Payroll data reconciliations, and rejected data entries from reports. Reviews daily products to determine trends, identify problem areas, and recommend modifications, additions, or deletions of products. Establishes schedules to meet personnel system requirements. Responsible for daily pick up, distribution, and analysis of print products to ensure they conform to requirements and meet quality standards. Conducts compliance review and submission of Position Organization Address (POA) and Organizational Hierarchy (OH) changes to National Guard Bureau (NGB). In accordance with published guidance, verifies that system enhancements and system patches are working properly.
  • Provides training to familiarize HRO staff, HRO remotes, and supervisors with the HRIS. Advises applicable personnel of any updates for coding, system transactions, and maintaining system security. Provides input for the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be used by HRO staff and customers. Leads periodic formal training designed to inform users of current and future changes. Monitors progress of training until competence is developed within HRO functional areas.
  • Provides advice on the use of data for compiling personnel and statistical reports and preparing personnel action documents. Applies a practical knowledge of human resources management rules, regulations, policies, and procedures that have impact on, or are related to, HRIS. Compiles personnel and statistical reports and advises staff in the proper documentation for personnel actions. Researches and analyzes problems while monitoring actions requested to ensure that problems encountered are fixed. Reviews data flow actions to ensure that interfacing systems are updated initiating the re-flow process when necessary. Ensures HRO staff is informed and trained on system changes, including patches, messages, and system advisory notices. Identifies system operational problems and works with local Information Technology (I.T.) and NGB to coordinate activity for timely resolution. Determines equipment needs, discrepancies, relocations, etc. Ensures only authorized person(s) have access to the system. Uses automated system to effectively process personnel actions in accordance with the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions and local personnel systems checklists as required.
  • Monitors and controls HRIS access. Performs user account management services by identifying users to be added/deleted/modified. Controls groups by assignments and reviews system privileges to ensure confidentiality. Provides customer service for HRIS helpdesk tickets, requests for information and/or assistance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This 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 position.
  • Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-09

Must have at least 24 months experienceSpecialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience factors encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force.1-year specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade.
GS-11
Must have at least 36 months experienceSpecialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience. An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience factors encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force.1-year specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade.

Education

Education Requirements:

If you are using Education to qualify for this position,

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:

Not Applicable.

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).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.


If you are unable to upload a document online please send the document via email to our WA HRO Distro Box.

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. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and a determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, as well as the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

  • Considerable knowledge and skill to apply various HR concepts, practices, laws, regulations, policies, and precedents in the HR field from various HR functional areas to include classification, staffing, recruitment.
  • Have creative approached to HR business practices and apply them into information system requirements. The employee must be able to apply various expertise of the more difficult and/or complex HR principles, rules, and processes of other HR functions to ensure successful use of HRISs.
  • Be adept at written and oral communications for trainings, briefings, reports, correspondence, and process improvement.

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