Human Resources Specialist (Military)

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • Seymour Johnson AFB, NC

9h

About The Position

This Air Reserve Technician (ART) position serves as Chief, Career Development, administering the section’s programs for Active Guard Reserve (AGR) personnel and unit reservists. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and are subject to Air Force Reserve requirements. The incumbent’s regular assignments are ART duties, though some non-ART duties may be assigned, generally not exceeding 30 percent of total responsibilities. The work schedule will be aligned to allow full participation in unit training assemblies.

The position manages the Air Force AGR Program, oversees Career Development programs, ensures personnel data accuracy, and advises commanders and staff on military human resources matters. The incumbent may also perform Installation Personnel Readiness duties, travel on temporary duty in commercial or military aircraft, and must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. Individuals selected must meet civilian qualifications and uniformed military requirements, including Air Force Reserve membership, uniform wear, job-specific military specialty requirements, and applicable military standards.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or higher (or equivalent), including knowledge of military personnel policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, and programs; knowledge of the mission and unit; familiarity with automated systems, personal computers, and software; and ability to prepare reports and correspondence, extract data, and analyze products for program adequacy or deficiencies. Alternatively, qualifying education or a combination of experience and education may be used.
• For education-based qualification, a master's or equivalent graduate degree, two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an eligible combination of experience and graduate education. Transcripts must be submitted when qualifying based on education.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable federal time-in-grade requirements; one year at the GS-07 level is required for the GS-09 level when TIG applies.
• Knowledge of military personnel policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, and publications; unit mission; automated systems, personal computers, and software; and Installation Personnel Readiness programs.
• Ability to analyze data and products; understand civilian personnel guidelines and the master labor agreement; communicate effectively in English with diverse groups orally and in writing.
• Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements, obtain military membership, wear the uniform, maintain job-specific military specialty requirements, and meet other military qualifications, including applicable age, height, weight, and physical fitness standards.
• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if male, as applicable.
• Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, depending on the position type; continued employment after that period requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• May be required to fly on commercial and military aircraft for temporary duty assignments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and control Career Development programs for Active Guard Reserve personnel and unit reservists.
• Ensure accuracy of Personnel Data System information and conduct functional reviews of data reliability.
• Manage the Air Force Active Guard/Reserve Program.
• Obligate government funds upon receipt of HQ AFRC/CV/A1K approval and an approved physical.
• Perform Installation Personnel Readiness duties and/or assist as directed.
• Administer actions in the Automated Reserve Orders Writing System-Reserves (AROWS-R).
• Perform personnel supervisory and management responsibilities.
• Advise commanders on unit human resources (military) programs.
• Interpret policy and provide procedural guidance to commanders, first sergeants, supervisors, and staff regarding Career Development programs.
• Provide military human resources management advisory services to commanders and staff on Career Development programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• ARTs are eligible for 15 days of active duty tour each year with military leave granted at full civilian pay.
• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families.
• PCS, recruitment, and relocation incentives may be authorized; leave accrual may be authorized upon request.

What This Job Offers

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