Human Resources Specialist

Summary The incumbent serves as the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resource Specialist for NAF Fleet and Family Readiness Programs within Commander Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE), on NAS CORPUS CHRISTI, TX. Incumbent is the primary technical advisor on NAF HR and requires interfacing, coordinating, planning and scheduling with the Region, NAF managers and employees to provides HR services at the installation level. Responsibilities In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Workforce Planning and Employment: Advises and assists managers and/or supervisors on all NAF HR matters as well as consultation on developing, implementing, and evaluating sourcing, recruitment, hiring, orientation, succession planning, retention, and organizational exit programs necessary to ensure the most effective alignment of HR systems to support strategic goals and objectives within their organizations. Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Advises and assists managers and/or supervisors with identifying appropriate pay ranges, organization/position structures, classification changes, employee evaluation, retention strategies, impact and associated actions to assure compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Provide products and services for a wide variety of employee categories that involve different systems with different statutory and regulatory authorities. Utilizes the CNIC NAF personnel database Systems, KRONOS, ADP, Applications and Products Human Resources (SAPHR) to prepare and maintain all employee records, generate reports and analyze data. This includes but not limited to recruitment, employee personnel data changes, benefits, evaluations, processing of awards, disciplinary actions, time and attendance. Performs all required duties related to recruiting and provides assistance to managers in the areas of Recruiting/ Staffing and Retention, to include, conducting strategic consultations, developing job analyses, posting vacancy announcements, areas of consideration, determining minimum qualifications, rating and ranking applicants, and generating certificates. Analyzes labor market for trends that impact the ability to meet workforce requirements and assess skill sets of internal workforce and external labor market to determine the availability of qualified candidates. Administer pre and post-offer employment activities (for example: employment negotiations, offer letters, background and suitability checks, complete I-9/e-Verify process and Permanent Change of Station (PCS), onboarding). Human Resources Development: Develops implements and evaluates activities and programs that address performance appraisal, talent and performance management to ensure that the knowledge, skills, abilities, and performance of the workforce meet current and future organizational and individual needs. Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Conducts needs assessment to identify and establish priorities regarding human resource development activities ensuring compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Develops, selects, implements and evaluates employee, management and supervisory training programs (for example: Benefits, retirement, leadership skills, writing position descriptions, evaluating employees, interview techniques, harassment prevention, employee relations) to increase individual and organizational effectiveness. Develops, implements, and evaluates talent management programs that include assessing and managing talent, performance management programs, developing career paths, and managing the placement of high-potential employees. Labor and Employee Relations Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates the workplace in order to maintain relationships and working conditions that balance employer/employee needs and rights in support of the organization's goals and objectives. (For example, performance, discipline, Union activities, Unfair Labor Practices, grievances, union collective bargaining agreement implementation, reorganizations, realignments, relocations, Business Based Actions, transfer(s) of function(s)). Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Fully supports equal employment opportunity initiatives and ensures employees are respected, valued and free from harassment ensuring that Employee and Labor Relations activities are compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Establish, update, and communicate work-place policies and procedures (for example: employee handbook, reference guides, or standard operating procedures) and monitor their application and enforcement to ensure consistency. Provides overall advice and assistance on management-employee relations, discipline, adverse actions, grievances, performance management and recognition, employee counseling, and related functions ensuring that no disparate impact or other legal issues arise. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Four years specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of HR theories, concepts, practices, laws, regulations, policies, and precedents sufficient to provide comprehensive HR management advisory/technical services on substantive organizational functions and work practices. Knowledge of and skill in analytical, diagnostic, and qualitative/quantitative techniques sufficient to identify, evaluate, and recommend to management appropriate HR interventions to resolve complex, interrelated HR problems and issues. Ability to develop new or modified HR work methods, approaches, or procedures for delivering effective HR services to clients. Knowledge and the ability to research a wide range of HR case law, principles, practices, policies, instructions and regulations sufficient to perform detailed analyses and draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations with the interpret/analyze precedent and substantive decisions, and/or legal opinions that various courts and administrative bodies have rendered. Knowledge of and skill in negotiation procedures and conflict resolution techniques sufficient for problem solving, advising management, and interacting (when required) with individuals in delicate/highly contested case matters and determinations. Knowledge of CNRSE and CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced to perform the full range of HR services. Ability to interpret and apply OPM classification guidelines and policies to assist managers and/or supervisors in developing position descriptions and determine appropriate title, series, and pay band/grade level. Ability to identify and determine position and skill requirements to create crediting plans to use in applicant qualification process. Ability and skill in analyzing resource requirements to identify key positions/competencies and develop training plans/developmental assignments for use with management development programs and/or intern programs. Skill in the use of a Human Resources Information System (for example, SAPHR, KRONOS, ADP). Skill in written and oral communication techniques sufficient to: develop/deliver briefings and correspondence; foster understanding/acceptance of findings; present arguments/ advisory opinions; and to prepare legal and case documents. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION: NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional Information The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working for our TEAM include but are not limited to: Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.). Stability of Federal Civilian Service People with passion for doing work that matters Quality of Work Life Balance Some positions have special requirements- Position is a non-critical, sensitive, position requiring access to IT II system and/or access to PII. An access National Agency Check investigation (ANACI) is required via the SF 86 security form.- Required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450. Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually, in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.- Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.- For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of closing date. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.