Human Resources Specialist

Defense Human Resources Activity

• $95K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in various HR roles with a focus on NAF Human Resources.
  • Proven ability to analyze and apply laws and regulations to HR practices.
  • Strong research skills for resolving complex HR questions for management.
  • Expertise in drafting and revising DoD HR guidance and policies.
  • Exceptional communication skills for presenting findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, revise, and issue HR policies and guidance for DoD.
  • Independently research complex HR issues and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Lead and participate in meetings to discuss HR policies and practices.
  • Evaluate new laws and regulations affecting HR operations and make necessary updates.
  • Analyze HR program data to suggest policy improvements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive federal employee benefits package.
  • Access to a range of family health and life insurance options.
  • Retirement plans and savings strategies available.
  • Flexible work schedule including telework eligibility.
Full Job Description
Summary

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent serves as a senior technical authority on difficult and complex issues advising other experts on how best to resolve issues and interpret guidance.

Duties

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As a Human Resources Specialist at the GS-0201-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Draft, revise, and edit DoD level issuances and guidance based on senior leadership direction for staffing, review, and issue by DoW leadership.
  • Research and provide information and recommendations with minimal oversight in response to questions from NAF Employees, DoW NAF employers, and DoW leadership involving NAF Human Resources.
  • Attend, participate in, and lead meetings and working groups to provide information and technical expertise regarding NAF Human Resources policies and practices.
  • Independently review and analyze emerging laws and regulations to determine potential applicability to NAF HR operations and functions.
  • Review and interpret data related to NAF HR Programs and operations and utilize results to recommend updates to leadership regarding policies and guidance.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Work Schedule: Full Time
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible
  • Incumbent must obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance


Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service

  • Work experience showing performance of duties and knowledge in more than one specialized area of Human Resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze laws, regulations and policies within the Human Resources function.
  • Experience researching answers to complex HR issues and presenting findings, and recommendations to senior management officials.
  • Experience in NAF - Non Appropriated Funds Human Resources (work).


Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transiti....

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A

Special Hiring Authority for Veterans

Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses

OtherSpecial Appointment Authorities - Subpart F

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.

For more information, please visit https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbd...

Other Notes:

Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5D...https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5D...

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).

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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.

Benefits

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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.

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