Human Resources Specialist (Military)

Air National Guard Units • Indiantown Gap, PA

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About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 excepted service position with the Pennsylvania Air National Guard, part of the PA 193rd Regional Support Group. The Human Resources Specialist serves as a technical and subject matter expert on military personnel management policies, procedures, and regulations, coordinating human resources and administrative support for military personnel within the unit. The role leads two or more specialized functional areas supporting unit operations and ensures compliance with Air Force policies.

The specialist oversees personnel documents and orders prepared and published through automated systems; manages personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence; and supports unit deployment readiness through deployment documentation, coordination with the Installation Deployment Officer, and monitoring unit status in Logistics and Personnel Management Software and other systems. The position also plans and coordinates unit training and supports special programs, including Government Purchase Card, Defense Travel System, Unit Drug Demand Reduction, Security, and Unit Recognition programs. Limited supervisory oversight includes assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing feedback to lower-graded employees.

The position is classified as GS-0201-09. Appointment is contingent upon verification of a Tier 3 security clearance. Permanent change of station costs will not be paid. The announcement identifies a supervisor, Col Laing.

Requirements

• At least 24 months of specialized experience related to the work of the position, including knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties successfully.
• Specialized experience may include providing guidance and training to lower-graded HR Specialists; collecting, analyzing, and compiling personnel data for reports and briefings; and administering and managing personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence.
• General experience analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data, recognizing solutions, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Successful completion of a trial period may be required.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Accession is contingent upon verification of Tier 3 Security Clearance.
• Applicants currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service if they accept an offer for this Title 5 excepted service position.
• Applicants using education to qualify must have a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, and provide supporting transcripts or other documentation.
• Eligible male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered under the Military Selective Service Act.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• Eligibility under a DoD Priority Placement Program category: Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Eligible; MR and NG Preference Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement; DoD Retained Grade Employees; or Military Spouse Preference.
• Applicants with experience, training, and education demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the position's duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate human resources and administrative support for military personnel within the unit.
• Lead two or more specialized functional areas supporting unit operations and ensure compliance with Air Force policies.
• Oversee the preparation and publication of personnel documents and orders using automated systems.
• Administer and manage personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence.
• Maintain deployment documentation, coordinate with the Installation Deployment Officer, and monitor unit status through Logistics and Personnel Management Software and other systems.
• Plan and coordinate unit training program activity.
• Administer, oversee, or assist with Government Purchase Card, Defense Travel System, Unit Drug Demand Reduction, Security, and Unit Recognition programs to ensure regulatory compliance and provide advisory support.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide feedback to lower-graded employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package for themselves and their families; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level