Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations/Placement)

Air Mobility Command • McGuire AFB, NJ

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About The Position

Serves as a senior Human Resources Specialist at an Air Force installation Civilian Personnel Flight, planning and carrying out employee relations and management advisory services for assigned organizations with complex structures and dynamic professional or scientific missions. The position provides senior-level consultation on complex employee relations issues and serves as the installation point of contact for employee relations programs, staffing, placement, and position management.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent; the specialized experience must meet the requirements for the GS-12 position.
• For applicable merit promotion applicants, one year at the GS-11 level is required to meet time-in-grade requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of employee relations concepts, case law, principles, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of Federal Human Resources management functions and the relationships among HR disciplines.
• Knowledge of recruitment and placement principles and practices and the occupational design of positions.
• Knowledge of Federal HR classification and position management principles, policies, practices, methods, and analytical techniques.
• Skill in conflict resolution, including interacting in highly charged or contested situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and establish effective working relationships with personnel at all levels.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Must complete the initial online questionnaire and additional assessments.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period or a two-year trial period, depending on appointment type.
• Must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements if currently in, or recently held, a General Schedule position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advising senior managers on complex conduct and performance issues across employee relations areas such as leave, awards, grievances, disciplinary actions, workers’ compensation, and restricted employees.
• Experience researching complex or controversial HR issues and developing innovative approaches to resolve them.
• Experience preparing HR-related publications, briefings, reports, orientation materials, training, policy letters, and position papers.
• Experience representing an installation at job fairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide managers with assistance on complex employee relations matters, including controversial conduct and performance issues.
• Serve as the Human Resources focal point for one or more employee relations programs.
• Prepare written correspondence and other documentation.
• Serve as the installation point of contact for staffing, placement, and position management responsibilities.
• Provide position management advisory services to the installation.
• Advise senior management on conduct and performance matters, interpret applicable laws and policies, and help develop approaches to resolve sensitive or difficult issues.
• Work with Equal Employment Opportunity counselors and agency legal staff to resolve complex problems, issues, and conflicts.
• Review and route Requests for Personnel Action to fill positions, promote, reassign, or otherwise place employees.
• Prepare documents such as publications, briefings, reports, orientation materials, supervisor training courses, policy letters, and comments on proposed directives or regulations.
• Provide guidance on program criteria, projects, program effectiveness, and unusual conditions or problems.
• Represent the installation at local job fairs and explain employment opportunities and application procedures to candidates.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families.
• PCS may be paid if authorized, in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulations and Air Force regulations.

What This Job Offers

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