Human Resources Specialist (Classification)

1. Designs implements and oversees the position management and position classification program.
2. Provides position organizational design and classification services to the USSPACECOM organizations.
3. Conducts leads and/or participates in special projects and initiatives to improve HRM program(s) and influence USSPACECOM policy.
4. Prepares and delivers written reports and oral presentations e.g. briefings training sessions consultations orientations and discussions for USSPACECOM leadership supervisors customers and co-workers.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage and Fact Sheet of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions present a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force (cont)
• (cont) national security and public safety. It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested submit to urinalysis testing.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance.
• Employee needs to obtain and maintain approval to access the portfolio of Special Access Programs required to perform daily duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• The employee may be required to work irregular duty hours including evenings weekends and/or holidays.
• Locally funded PCS is authorized

Qualifications

In order to qualify you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Administrative and Management Positions 0201 Series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband (NH-2) grade level (GS-11) or equivalent pay system in Federal service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of the full range of federal classification and personnel management laws executive orders policies directives instructions and concepts and the interrelationship of the various civilian personnel disciplines. Knowledge of organizational structures missions objectives operating program policies and procedures. Skill in conducting reviews and evaluating HR program operations to include identifying deficiencies; measuring compliance consistency and effectiveness; and making recommendations for enhancement or improvement. Ability to perform in-depth research gather facts and use extensive and effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions involving complex position management issues.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the NH-2 broadband grade level GS-11 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the NH-3 broadband grade level GS-12. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of the full range of federal classification and personnel management laws executive orders policies directives instructions and concepts and the interrelationship of the various civilian personnel disciplines.
2. Knowledge of organizational structures missions objectives operating program policies and procedures.
3. Skill in effective communication both orally and in writing; ability to present information clearly with tact and technical accuracy.
4. Skill in conducting reviews and evaluating HR program operations to include identifying deficiencies; measuring compliance consistency and effectiveness; and making recommendations for enhancement or improvement.
5. Ability to perform in-depth research gather facts and use extensive and effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions involving complex position management issues.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management officials co-workers and others to ensure cooperative resolution of problems.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.