Military

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION)

Army National Guard Units ยท Department of the Army
๐Ÿ“ Augusta, Maine GS-12 $89,508 - $116,362/yr
Posted: May 18, 2026 Deadline: Jun 1, 2026 (Closes in 14 days)

About This Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION), Position Description Number T5017P01 and is part of the ME HRO, National Guard.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of a wide range of human resource management concepts, practices, laws, regulations, policies and precedents sufficient to provide comprehensive human resources management advisory/consultant services on substantive organizational functions and work practices in the functional area of position management and classification, sufficient to advise management on a wide variety of technical issues; solve a wide range of complex, interrelated HR problems and issues to include: analyzing and evaluating an organization's current staffing situation to include researching and developing solutions and strategies to recruitment and retention problems incorporating a variety of flexibilities; providing comprehensive HR services to management and employees throughout a complex multi-mission organization; working on special projects such as serving on a strategic planning team; providing management with insight in establishing organizational structures that are efficient, cost effective, support appropriate grade levels, and facilitate career development; providing management advisory services in counseling, recognizing top performers, and taking appropriate actions on performance issues; advising management on developing and maintaining the proper balance between organizational strategic plans and goals and human resource development programs.

Major Duties

This position is a single incumbency.

This position is located in the JFHQ-State Human Resources Office (HRO). The incumbent is the State Level Expert/point of contact on the State's Position Classification and Position Management Program. The incumbent ensures all program activities, policies, instructions, and goals are in compliance with legislation, publications, regulations, and guidance from Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Department of Defense (DoD), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Department of the Army (DA) and Air Force (DAF), and other governing agencies.

Work is performed for both Army (ARNG) and Air National Guard (ANG) organizations and full-time workforce within the State. MAJOR DUTIES: 1. Manages the classification and position management program and subordinate programs, including Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Environmental Differential Pay (EDP), Hazardous Duty Pay (HDP), Locality Wage Survey, draft classification standards, competitive level descriptions, and various NGB/DoD initiatives.

Provides advice and assistance on automated personnel programs/systems, inputs and retrieves data from the automated personnel system, assures accuracy of organization and position data, and initiates corrective action when necessary. Coordinates program requirements with management and other personalists as necessary. Provides continuing position classification services to support organizations which are composed of positions performing work of a mental and judgmental nature such as that typical of professional, scientific, administrative, and technical fields.

Exercises classification responsibilities to develop and evaluate/certify position responsibilities for all position actions including highly complex positions. Applies classification standards and supplemental guidance to determine title, series, and grade.

  1. Provides full and responsible management advisory services to assigned organizations. Plans and performs studies to identify short- and long-range personnel needs, advising on organization structures to meet manpower requirements and authorizations/requirements while balancing management needs, and solving problems dealing with morale, turnover, job dilution or expansion.

Directly involved with planning and implementing reorganizations which involve mission changes or realignment of positions and personnel. Advises on organization structures, classification changes, position/employee impact and related actions. Ensures regulatory compliance prior to implementing new structures.

Anticipates problems that evolve from the complex and dynamic nature of organizations served and provides innovative solutions that accommodate manager's needs without compromising fundamental personnel management principles. Applies comprehensive knowledge of classification and position management concepts, thorough understanding of assigned organizations, sound working knowledge of other personnel fields, and broad human resource management. Identifies and analyzes problems, investigates, and determines possible solutions, effect coordination with appropriate personnel in and out of the office, and prepares and/or presents recommendations from a comprehensive management standpoint.

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Request for Personnel Actions (SF-52), Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) for areas within their HR Office delegation memorandum. Ensures completion of supporting forms, records, and documents.

  1. Conducts position management and classification studies and surveys following established procedures to schedule, report, clear and present results, and recommendations. Coordinates with appropriate personnel to research organization and position structures.

Conducts on-site or telephonic audits, and complete studies for reorganizations, application of new classification releases, consistency reviews, and other surveys for program review. Prepares written evaluation statements as required by National Guard Bureau policy, and processes individual actions. Provides technical advice to assist managers and supervisors during position reviews as it relates to classification.

Interprets and explains classification criteria and prepares and/or presents advisory opinions on the classification of positions.

  1. Develop, schedule, and conduct classification and position management training programs for HR personnel, supervisors, and State-level Subject-Matter Experts who facilitate classification and position management actions that affect NG positions through formal classroom and one-on-one training. Participates in trainings when requested, such as New Employee Orientation, workshops, Technician Personnel Management Course, etc.

Education

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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.

If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): 1. Skill in providing full and responsible management advisory services to assigned organizations.

  1. Ability to work closely with other HRO specialists for the purpose of interacting and resolving specific human resource issues.
  2. Ability to positively interact with all levels of management in processing personnel actions and serving customer needs.
  3. Ability to provide advice and assistance on automated personnel programs/systems, inputs and retrieves data from the automated personnel system, assures accuracy of organization and position data, and initiates corrective action when necessary.

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12965458 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.

You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.

You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.

Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.

Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.

Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.

Education, certifications or licensures It is highly suggested that applicants address the General and Specialized Experience required of the position within their resume or on a separate document. All information provided during the application process will be verified. Failure to address all General and Specialized Experience requirements may result in non-selection for an interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION) position at Army National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $89,508 - $116,362/yr. This is a GS-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION) job located?
This position is located in Augusta, Maine. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
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.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jun 1, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.