HR Asst (Mil)
About The Position
This is an Iowa Army National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the G1 office in Johnston, Iowa, restricted to current members of the Iowa Army National Guard. The HR Assistant (Military), GS-0203-7, conducts final reviews of personnel actions and sensitive, complex cases that may affect a member’s career, status, retirement eligibility, or eligibility for educational or incentive benefits. The position verifies that legal, medical, administrative, and regulatory requirements are satisfied; identifies missing or inconsistent information; researches applicable rules and procedures; summarizes case facts and options; and recommends appropriate action. The role also prepares correspondence, enters data into automated systems, retrieves information for responses and reports, and ensures records are complete and properly forwarded. The position is the primary point of contact, coordinator, and advisor for Military Funeral Honors and/or Casualty Assistance. It advises families of deceased current and former military members about entitlements and required forms, and liaises with funeral directors, Veterans Services Organizations, Veterans Affairs offices, the National Guard Bureau, Regional Casualty Assistance Coordinators, and military personnel. The role maintains current program materials, coordinates support for funeral and casualty assistance requests, compiles statistical data that may inform budget projections, and coordinates program training. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires membership in a compatible Iowa Army National Guard assignment, wearing the military uniform, and attaining and maintaining the required security clearance. The selectee must serve a trial period of two years, or one year for Veterans Preference eligibles. The required military rank is enlisted E-4 to E-5.
Requirements
- Current membership in the Iowa Army National Guard and a compatible military assignment are required.
- Must wear the military uniform as a condition of employment.
- Must attain and maintain the security clearance required for the position; if not already held, application must be made within 30 days of the start date.
- Required military rank: enlisted E-4 to E-5.
- Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work demonstrating the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills required for the position, including experience using computer and automation systems.
- At least 12 months of specialized experience applying knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and precedents to complex cases.
- Experience ensuring proposed actions are supported by correct and sufficient documentation, and reviewing organizational records, duty codes, and medical and educational regulations to determine whether actions are proper and reviews are complete.
- Ability to cooperate with others to obtain information, complete case processing, and explain decisions or recommendations.
- Skill in compiling information and preparing reports; ability to plan and organize work.
- Knowledge of military organizational structures and protocol.
- Must serve a trial period of two years, or one year for Veterans Preference eligibles.
- Applications must be received by 11/09/2026.
- Education beyond the first 60 semester hours may be credited toward the specialized experience requirement under the stated substitution rules; college transcripts are required to support education claims.
Responsibilities
- Conduct final reviews of personnel actions, including accessions, promotions, transfers, boards, promotion and retirement eligibility, and actions affecting educational or incentive benefit eligibility.
- Review sensitive and complex cases involving allegations of inequitable or prejudiced treatment and cases that could result in unfavorable career separation or loss of status.
- Ensure legal, medical, and administrative reviews are complete before a case proceeds to a board, action officer, or other reviewer.
- Summarize case facts and issues, analyze information, outline options, and recommend appropriate action.
- Verify that regulatory requirements are met; identify gaps or inconsistencies; and obtain missing information through research or interviews.
- Research relevant case information and explain or interpret applicable rules, regulations, procedures, and requirements.
- Prepare related correspondence for signature, enter data in automated systems, retrieve information, respond to inquiries, and prepare reports or briefings.
- Ensure records are complete and properly forwarded to the appropriate board.
- Provide advice and guidance to personnel and lower echelons on actions within areas of expertise.
- Serve as the primary contact, coordinator, and advisor for Military Funeral Honors and/or Casualty Assistance inquiries.
- Advise families of deceased military members about entitlements and assist with information or required forms.
- Coordinate and liaise with families, funeral directors, Veterans Services Organizations, Veterans Affairs offices, NGB, Regional CAC, military services, honor guards, supporting units, and CAOs/CNOs.
- Maintain current files and reference materials on funeral and casualty policies, procedures, and guidance.
- Collect statistical data about Funeral Honors and Casualty Assistance, including information that may be used to project budget requirements.
- Coordinate with NGB and Regional CAC to support program training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family, with specific eligibility dependent on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
