HR SPEC (HRD)

IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
Open to employees of the Iowa Air and Army National Guard (Title 32 Military Technicians , Title 5 Civilians, Drill Status, M-Day).

LOCATION: JFHQ-HRO, Johnston, IA

As a HR SPEC (HRD), GS-0201-9, you will perform the following duties:

1. Provides advice and assistance to technicians, supervisors, and managers on identifying training needs, training opportunities, and sources of needed training. Provides guidance to supervisors in planning job-related career development activities for technicians. Advises technicians on self-development activities and explains eligibility requirements and regulatory requirements. Ensures that local course opportunities and resources are fully publicized. (40%)2. Conducts surveys of training needs, analyzes the information obtained, and submits recommendations. Assist in updating the state training plan. Monitors on-the-job training of employees by reviewing training reports submitted by supervisors and trainees. Conducts continuing analysis and evaluation of training program effectiveness in meeting training and career development goals to ensure that employees receive the needed training. Evaluation may involve a study of funds usage and technician progression over a long period of time or may be a short term statistical analyses using annual automated data input of annul reports. Ensures technicians and supervisors complete training evaluations. Analyzes training evaluations and makes recommendations on future schools and courses to meet training needs. (40%)3. Provides advice on technician training issues related to program requirements to successfully accomplish the state National Guard mission. Answers inquiries about available training, and clarifies eligibility requirement and application procedures. Assists other units in planning and conducting in-house training and ensures proper training documentation is utilized for technician training credit. Assists supervisors in the development of Individual Development Plans. (20%)Performs other duties as assigned. T5038

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

No

None

• Job family (Series)

  0201 Human Resources Management

• Requirements

  RequirementsConditions of Employment
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Perform irregular/overtime hours in support of operational requirements and contingencies
  • Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
  • Required to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  QualificationsIn describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
  
  MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Must have at least one year of specialized experiences at the GS-07 level or the equivalent which provided a working knowledge of National Guard missions, organizations, and federal civilian or military personnel programs.
  
  SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS 0201 9 - Applicant must have the following experience:
  • Experiences in executing personnel programs and Human Resources Information Systems
  • Experienced in performing personnel program requirements that involve advising supervisors and managers
  • Skilled in applying program policies, directives, publications, and training manuals
  
  
  Education

  A high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma is required. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is desired. A graduate degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum.

  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.
  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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
  
  APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 09/16/2021. FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOU NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
  
  If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
  
  Annuitants other than DSR annuitants hired on or after November 25, 2003, shall not have their salary offset by the amount of the annuity received for the period of reemployment in accordance with section 9902(h) of Reference (b). These individuals shall receive full salary and annuity during the period of reemployment; they shall not be considered employees for the purposes of subchapter III of chapter 83 or chapter 84 of Reference (b) (e.g., ineligible for retirement deductions, ineligible to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan); and their period of reemployment shall not be creditable for a supplemental or redetermined annuity.

  
  How You Will Be Evaluated

  You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

  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 minimum/specialized experience provided in the announcement and the KSA's (knowledge, skills, and abilities) listed below:

  • Ability to interact with all levels of management and labor unions as a strategic business partner in the delivery of human resource development services requiring a broad approach and careful analysis.
  • Practical knowledge of other human resources specializations for the purposes of interacting and resolving issues as well as for evaluation of courses in above areas.
  • Knowledge of the different philosophies and structure of the ANG and ARNG within the state and the relationship of training to the assigned missions.
  • Working knowledge of how multiple automated systems are structured and modified in order to set up validation strategies for reports generated from systems or to troubleshoot when systems do not work.
  
  
  Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearance

  Confidential

  Drug test required

  No

• Required Documents

  Required Documents

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

  • Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
  • Other supporting documents: In order to claim Veterans Preference a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates, campaign medals, and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). Additionally, disabled veterans must submit a VA disability letter/documentation for consideration.
  • Declaration for Federal Employment Form 306
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• Benefits

  Benefits

  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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  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

• National Guard & Reserves

  Current members, those who want to join, or transitioning military members.

This position is a Title 5 Excepted position open to employees of the Iowa Air and Army National Guard (Title 32 Military Technicians, Title 5 Civilians, Drill Status, M-Day). Military membership is not required and Veteran's Preference applies