Human Resources Specialist (Military)

Air National Guard Units • Bangor, ME

19d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the ME 101st Force Support Squadron, National Guard. The Human Resources Specialist (Military) coordinates personnel management activities and serves as a technical subject matter expert on military personnel policies, procedures, and regulations. The specialist provides guidance and training to lower-graded HR specialists, supports personnel actions and administrative functions, maintains personnel records and data systems, and coordinates with commanders, supervisors, the Force Support Squadron, the State Human Resources Office, and other organizations to resolve issues.

The position serves as lead for two or more specialized functional areas supporting unit operations. These areas may include administration, personnel, unit deployment management, training, and special program management. The incumbent provides limited supervisory oversight, assigning and monitoring work and providing feedback to lower-graded employees. These supervisory duties constitute less than 25% of the incumbent’s time and are performed under the guidance of the GS-11 Supervisory HR Specialist. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required, with membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state required before the effective date of placement.
• Applicants must be eligible for immediate National Guard membership and employment in the military grade listed in the announcement; military grade is enlisted.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must have thorough knowledge of military and civilian human resources management principles, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance applicable to Air National Guard operations.
• Must be able to independently perform personnel actions, including promotions, assignments, evaluations, and awards, and provide guidance to lower-graded HR specialists.
• Knowledge of program areas including Defense Travel System, deployment readiness, training, and personnel data systems.
• Experience managing the function of the work to be performed, including leading, directing, and assigning work to personnel.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• If using education to qualify, applicants must provide transcripts or other documentation supporting their education claims.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate personnel management activities and provide technical guidance on military personnel policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Guide and train lower-graded HR specialists on promotions, reassignments, evaluations, awards, and other personnel actions.
• Create, review, and develop performance standards; assist in setting expectations and provide feedback on work quality and progress.
• Prepare awards and disciplinary documentation for supervisory review and action.
• Identify staff development needs, coordinate training, and assist with leave schedules to maintain adequate staffing.
• Refer complex personnel matters to the supervisor and coordinate with the Force Support Squadron, State Human Resources Office, and other organizations to resolve issues.
• Coordinate human resources and administrative support for military personnel and serve as the unit-level contact for military personnel matters.
• Collect, analyze, and compile personnel data for reports and briefings; maintain accurate electronic records and data systems.
• Coordinate personnel-specialist workflows and task assignments, conduct quality control of personnel documentation, and support personnel accountability programs, including AFPAAS.
• Lead two or more specialized functional areas and ensure compliance with Air Force policies.
• Oversee preparation and publication of personnel documents and orders using automated systems; provide guidance on DTS profile management, reporting, and finance process support.
• Support official mail operations and government purchase card activities.
• Administer personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence; provide advice on military personnel programs and prepare reports for leadership.
• Maintain unit deployment documentation, coordinate with the Installation Deployment Officer, monitor unit status through logistics and personnel management systems, and process deployment and redeployment actions.
• Plan and coordinate unit training; advise commanders, education and training offices, and unit training managers on training options, schedules, and compliance.
• Administer, oversee, or assist with special programs such as Government Purchase Card, Defense Travel System, Unit Drug Demand Reduction, Security, and Unit Recognition programs.
• Assign and monitor work, provide feedback, appraise subordinate workers with GS-11 approval, recommend awards, approve within-grade increases subject to review, address performance or conduct issues, and provide or arrange training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive range of benefits; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants should contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed