Human Resources Specialist (Military)

United States Space Force • Buckley AFB, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Secretary of the Air Force- (SecAF) certified promotion board recorder and provide wide-ranging personnel expertise and guidance in the conduct of over 200 annual boards. These boards include Reserve of the Air Force (ResAF) officer central promotion selection boards through the grade of colonel, United States Air Force Reserve (USAFR) selective continuation boards, Reserve Brigadier General Qualification Boards, USAFR command screening boards, USAFR promotion enhancement program boards for TSgt - CMSgt, Air National Guard (ANG) colonel federal recognition review boards, and ResAF special and special selection boards. The role ensures all board operations are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, directives, regulations, and instructions. Additionally, the position requires imparting expertise and conducting business in the areas of promotion eligibility and post-board counseling for those nonselected for promotion.

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must complete SecAF certification within 12 months of assignment and recertify annually.
• May be subject to CONUS agreement if authorized PCS.
• Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Must be able to provide signed depositions and other testimony.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Must serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period, with potential termination unless continued employment advances the public interest.
• One (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-07) or equivalent.
• Specialized experience includes knowledge of and skill in applying fundamental HR laws, principles, systems, policies, methods, and practices, as well as interviewing, analytical, and research techniques.
• Knowledge of past procedures, policies, and precedents regarding ResAF promotion boards and evaluation systems, as well as RegAF systems.
• Broad knowledge of selection board process and applicable law and directives.
• Some historical development of the Air Force and Air Force Reserve promotion system, and related military personnel programs.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of promotions law, policy, procedure, and process for determining promotion actions.
• Knowledge of Special Board (SB) and Special Selection Board (SSB) processes.
• Knowledge of Titles 10 and 32 of U.S. Code; DoD Directives 1320.11, 1320.12, 1320.14; and AFI 36-2406.
• Knowledge of AFIs 36-2101, 36-2501, 36-2502, 36-2504, 36-2506, 36-2301, as well as BCMR and FOIA policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Air Force personnel data system as related to Reserve military personnel management.
• Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to organizational procedures and customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to adapt the concepts, principles, and theories of military personnel management to identify, consider, and resolve issues.
• Ability to meet deadlines and occasional short suspenses.
• Ability, professionalism, and tact to work effectively with all military personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively up the chain of command.
• Ability to deliver briefings to large audiences professionally and effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position of study.
• A combination of specialized experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a SecAF-certified Board Recorder working for the Secretary of the Air Force during selection board events.
• Ensure parity and legal integrity of the operation of the board.
• Act as a post-board counselor for ResAF officers who were not selected for promotion or by an Air National Guard Federal Recognition Review Board.
• Determine eligibility of AFR/ANG officers for mandatory and position vacancy (PV) promotion boards.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Special Board/Special Selection Board (SB/SSB) cases.
• Research and staff SB/SSB cases for director's approval or referral to AFBCMR.
• Impart ResAF officer promotion policy guidance to individuals in the field, for higher headquarters inquiries, for the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR), and for high-level inquiries such as congressionals.
• Perform studies, projects, and analyses.
• Analyze, develop, coordinate, and recommend policies, improved procedures, and management techniques.

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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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