HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

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GS-7

The primary purpose of this position is to serve, in a developmental capacity, as a Human Resources Specialist, GS-0201-09. Incumbent will receive more detailed guidance and closer supervision while performing the duties of the GS-0201-07.

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Duties

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GS-7

• Performs developmental assignments. Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist
• Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs recurring assignments of limited, but gradually increasing, difficulty and complexity
• Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects
• Prepares written correspondence and other documentation.

GS-9

• Provides expert information and guidance to customers in response to inquiries or issues regarding travel and transportation entitlements for civilian PCS moves
• Prepares and publishes civilian PCS travel orders and amendments
• Participates in special initiatives, studies and projects
• Prepares written correspondence and other documents

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GS-9

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Human Resources Specialist with responsibility for the full range of civilian permanent change of station (PCS) services for assigned organizations.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, 0201 Series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-7

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-5, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and methodology used in Human Resources. Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.

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EDUCATION: Successfully completed 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

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COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A combination of specialized experience and education as described above. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

GS-9

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-7, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include Knowledge and understanding of the complete range of PCS travel and transportation entitlements to inform and advise civilian employees with widely varying individual circumstances of the entitlements for which they are eligible. Knowledge of effective interviewing and analytical techniques to gather necessary information from employees and apply JTR and DSSR entitlement requirements. Knowledge of a wide variety of procedures for preparation of travel orders, overseas return travel, Renewal Travel Agreements, position obligation, medical examination, and passport documentation.

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EDUCATION: Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field in a field directly related which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

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COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described above; however, have more than one year of progressively higher level graduate education as described above. Therefore, a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-5 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-7 level. One year at the GS-7 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-9 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

GS-7

• Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of Human Resources
• Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in Human Resources
• Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions
• Ability to plan and organize work, and consult effectively with co-workers

GS-9

• Knowledge of travel and transportation entitlements covered in the JTR and the DSSR
• Knowledge of procedures for preparing and publishing travel orders
• Knowledge of civilian personnel principles and processes
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, and concepts pertaining to processing civilian PCS orders
• Knowledge of automated civilian personnel data systems and office automation applications

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

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

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

********************ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS********************

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here .

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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.

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