Human Resources Specialist (Military)

Air Force District of Washington • Andrews AFB, MD

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About The Position

The Human Resources Specialist serves as a Human Resources Program Manager and Direct Reporting Unit (DRU) expert action officer on senior military officer and enlisted leadership personnel actions. The role develops and uses metrics to advise the AFDW Commander, Command 0-6 leaders, and Director of Manpower, Personnel & Services leaders and staff on accession, force development, succession management, sustainment, and recognition.

At a DRU with delegated major command responsibilities, the specialist provides technical expertise across human resources management areas including Officer and Enlisted Performance Reporting and Awards and Decorations, with familiarity in programming, deployment, assignments, retirements, equal opportunity, force development, and other special programs. The position provides strategic and technical guidance and consultative management advice to the Division Chief on senior leader assignment and management programs, supporting a staff that manages nearly 2,300 senior leader positions. It also supports AFDW leadership consideration of complex and often politically sensitive personnel actions.

This is a GS-13 position requiring at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent. The job has no education qualification requirement. The incumbent must be a U.S. citizen, obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, and maintain current certifications. Travel by military or civilian aircraft may be required; overtime or an irregular work shift may also be required. PCS may be authorized and paid under applicable rules.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent in another pay system.
• For merit promotion applicants, meet the applicable federal time-in-grade requirement; one year at GS-12 is required for GS-13 consideration when TIG applies.
• Knowledge of senior leader programs, initiatives, policies, and practices, and the ability to support manpower and organization functions and incorporate training or program initiatives that meet mission needs.
• Expert knowledge of Air Force and HQ AFDW structure, missions, programs, mission areas, enterprise, and organizational relationships.
• Knowledge of the principles, theories, techniques, practices, mission, and organizational structure of the relevant program or functional field to support Air Force-wide military personnel administration responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing as a trusted advisor to the Command and with senior and working-level stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.
• Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet the applicable probationary or trial period requirement, depending on position type.
• Must clearly identify duties, responsibilities, and hours per week for part-time or unpaid experience submitted for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical guidance and consultative management advisory services to the Division Chief on senior leader assignment and management programs.
• Provide expert input and metrics for senior leader management, supporting a staff responsible for nearly 2,300 senior leader positions.
• Provide technical input to the Division Chief for AFDW leadership consideration of complex and politically sensitive personnel actions.
• Propose plans and activities to meet the needs and requirements of the Senior Leader Management Division.
• Prepare correspondence, documentation, and reports related to assigned programs and duties.
• Provide human resources expertise in areas including Officer and Enlisted Performance Reporting and Awards and Decorations, with familiarity in other personnel programs.
• Communicate with AFDW leadership and decision makers at HQ USAF and SAF offices, as well as superiors, peers, and working-level personnel.
• Plan, organize, and direct organizational functions, and mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package for themselves and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type and the hiring agency.
• Authorized PCS may be paid under applicable JTR and Air Force regulations; this centrally managed position states PCS is authorized and paid by the career field.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible federal employees hired on or after November 5, 2016, with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

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