Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems)

Air Force Personnel Center•Randolph AFB, TX

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Force civilian senior Human Resources (HR) Specialist and functional systems analyst. Duties include reviewing and evaluating current civilian personnel processes and programs for successful and effective reengineering potential, determining suitable approaches for effective reengineering, and developing feasible reengineering modification recommendations. The role involves developing strategic transformation initiatives for the development, enhancement, maintenance, and future development of HR information systems for the HR community. The specialist will represent AFPC and the Air Force with a variety of organizations and external agencies, serving as the senior HR subject-matter expert working with business process owners who participate in the development and integration of civilian human resource information systems, management business processes, and other HR initiatives. Additionally, the role involves developing, coordinating, and implementing short, mid, and long-term strategic transformation visions for Air Force Personnel Services Delivery to transform personnel service from face-to-face transactions to web applications and/or transition from base level operations to a centralized operation.

Requirements

Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
U.S. Citizenship is required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
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.
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.
Incumbent may be required to travel as directed by management, sometimes on short notice, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or any other designated means.
Position must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and application of HR principles and concepts and reengineering efforts sufficient to develop approaches to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of large scale HR information system(s) services; lead and/or function as an expert for the HR information system(s) on agency reengineering teams, requirements analysis teams, or implementation and conversion teams; and develop operational plans for the development, deployment, enhancement, maintenance, and future development of the HR information system(s).
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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.
A sound comprehensive, theoretical and practical knowledge of federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing civilian personnel programs.
Knowledge of automated data processing functions, techniques, and capabilities including relational database principles.
Expert knowledge of current HR information systems and other Federal and DoD systems.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of program management fact-finding, analysis, documentation and resolution of complex problems and the development of comprehensive, timely, well-coordinated recommendations.
Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying a wide variety of policy and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (to include building/development of briefings and reports), to negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relationships.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Reviews and evaluates current civilian personnel processes and programs for successful and effective reengineering potential.
Determines suitable approach for effective reengineering and develops feasible reengineering modification recommendations.
Develops strategic transformation initiatives for the development, enhancement, maintenance, and future development of HR information systems for the HR community.
Represents AFPC and Air Force with a variety of organizations and external agencies.
Serves as the senior HR subject-matter expert working with business process owners who participate in the development and integration of civilian human resource information systems, management business processes, and other HR initiatives.
Develops, coordinates and implements short, mid and long-term strategic transformation vision for Air Force Personnel Services Delivery to transform personnel service from face-to-face transactions to web applications and/ or transition from base level operations to a centralized operation.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work may occasionally require travel away from normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

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.
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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.
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