HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (TITLE 5) with Security Clearance

---

Job description

Duties Processes a wide range of human resources transactions related to recruitment and placement, classification, employee relations, human resource development, and/or incentive awards. Performs a variety of support work for the specialist, such as compiling and tracking program indicators, and maintaining records. Provides technical assistance in executing the employee relations program. Provides specific advice and guidance to supervisors, managers and employees on a variety of employee relation's matters, to include resolving minor employee problems. Conducts fact-finding investigations, researches pertinent guidance to assist in problem resolution, and responds to inquiries regarding requirements of proposed actions. Advises on disciplinary problems, employee dissatisfaction, indebtedness, work habits, unexcused absences, and provides guidance on alternatives and possible solutions. Advises on non-controversial issues, such as regulatory and procedural authorities relating to performance and performance-ratings, and provides guidance on alternatives and possible solutions. Explains provisions of employee benefits and services programs, to employees and supervisors on matters relating to Workers' Compensation such as determination reassignments and light duty. Serves as Executive Secretary for the employee recognition awards program. Reviews justifications for adequacy and conformance to established regulations and policies. Explains options to employees when they are dissatisfied with performance ratings. Prepares correspondence relating to the awards program, and ensures all administrative details are complete. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination. Under a temporary appointment, the employment is subject to termination at any time. This position can be filled up to four years as long as funds are available to support it. In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the temporary appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status. United States Citizenship is required. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Appointments of retired members of the Armed Forces as National Guard employees within 180 days of retirement requires a waiver approved by the Adjutant General of Missouri before an effective date can be established. Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission. Creditable Service for Annual Leave accrual may be granted to new employees if he/she possesses superior qualifications essential to the position; and which were acquired through performance in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position. The duties performed in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position must directly relate to the position to which appointed and such qualifications are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal to be eligible. Qualifications GS-07 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates your ability to interpret and analyze regulations, policies, and procedures relating to a wide variety of civilian or military human resources specialties to provide advice or counseling to employees and supervisors. The specialized experience must also indicate your ability to adapt and interpret guides and use sound judgment in completing personnel actions and in resolving a variety of conventional problems in one or more human resources specialties; use a variety of automated personnel systems and programs to perform various transactions in support of a Human Resources organization; and communicate both orally and in writing sufficiently to develop and present materials to management and employees to gain acceptance and understanding of findings and recommendations. Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section) Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible" Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Education This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience. Additional information Veterans Preference: To claim a veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation listed below. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference and will impact your placement on the selection certificate. 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. Click here for a copy of the SF-15 . 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service. Please note-the applicable DD 214 and/or VA Letter with an SF-15 must be uploaded to accurately determine your eligibility. Selective Service Act: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency( ). Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following: Resume (must include the following information) First and Last Name Contact Information (Address, Phone Number and Email) Position Title(s) Company/Organization Name(s) Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR) Duties Performed - it is best practice to be specific and focus on the duties performed that are like (similar to/relative to/consistent with) the position you are applying for Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified. It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not oc

<!– job description page –>