About This Position
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY), Position Description Number D1115000 and is part of the ID Recruiting and Retention, National Guard. THIS POSITION IS PERMANENT.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Such experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work may be qualifying as long as it provided evidence of the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) necessary to perform the duties of the position to be filled.
Experience of a general clerical nature (typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, or other nonspecialized tasks) is not creditable. Trades or crafts experience appropriate to the position to be filled may be creditable for some positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least 1 year in the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
Major Duties
(1) Participates in developing procedures and the administrative operations of the recruiting and retention program. This includes, but is not limited to: advertising; determining budget requirements; developing the awards and decorations program for recruiters and for those submitting referrals; reviewing portions of the recruiting program to analyze and determine effectiveness of individual recruiters or need for procedural changes within the program; maintaining files and records including military human resources (HR) files for AGR personnel; and preparing a variety of reports. Assists the RRM in developing, planning, and coordinating training for recruiters, contacting schools, determining availability, recruiting spaces, and preparing orders. (2) Participates in the development of written guidelines pertaining to the recruiting and retention program such as local regulations, supplements to Department of Army (DA) or National Guard Bureau (NGB) regulations, circulars, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Ensures dissemination of regulatory materials to recruiters in the field. Maintains copies and updates all applicable recruiting and retention guidelines. (3) Submits proposed budget request to the RRM for review and approval. Budget requests include but are not limited to the following: general supplies, services (advertising, lease/rental of vehicles, etc.), man-day usage (determines need for Active Duty Special Work requirements), travel requirements, etc.
Audits Federal telephone usage for appropriate use and advises RRM of suspected abuse. Coordinates personnel support activities with the Human Resources Office concerning the transfer or movement of Active Guard Reserve (AGR) members within the recruiter force, and resolves any pay problems AGR members may be experiencing (i.e. special pay, promotions, rations, quarters, etc.). Ensures coordination and distribution of all recruiter orders. ( 4) Works with units to determine effectiveness of the recruiting and retention program and identifies trends and suggests corrective measures.
Conducts informal studies and pinpoints program deficiencies. Recommends possible solutions to the recruitment manager. (5) As required, the incumbent is assigned to portions of recruiting campaigns and fairs to assist in planning displays, open houses, etc. Monitors advertising activity, reviews write-ups, coordinates information activity with the state information office, and works with the AGR military advertising specialist assigned to the recruiting force. (6) Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
There are no additional educational 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.
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)). As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
MORE THAN ONE SELECTION MAY BE MADE FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IF ADDITIONAL IDENTICAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME TITLE, SERIES, GRADE AND UNIT OCCUR. THE EFFECTIVE/START DATE FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE IAW THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GUIDANCE ON THE TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS MILITARY TECHNICIAN HIRING FREEZE EXEMPTION DATED 29 MARCH 2025.
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/12921033 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.
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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.