Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. GS-12 The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment & Placement), GS-0201-13. (Continued below in Duties Section) Responsibilities (Continued from Summary) GS-13 The primary purpose of this position is to develop policies, provide program management, and issue implementing instruction and guidance pertaining to the Army and Air National Guard technician employment and pay. Duties Formulates policy and establishes procedures for nationwide application in the areas of employment and pay to ensure that state Human Resources Offices (HROs) in the field are conducting programs in accordance with the provisions of Title 32, Civil Service laws and requirements, and in a mission-oriented manner Researches, develops, writes and publishes employment and pay regulations and policies to ensure that state HRO in the field are conducting these programs in accordance with Civil Service laws and requirements, the provisions of Title 32, and in a mission oriented manner Interprets questions from the states on all employment and pay-related rules and regulations Monitors proposed and Pending legislation that impacts the Technician program, providing recommendations as to the National Guard position, determines potential impact of proposals on National Guard programs and policies, and recommends solutions and alternatives to ensure continuation of the mission Prepares and delivers written reports and oral presentations, e.g., briefings, training sessions, consultations, orientations, and discussions with command leadership, supervisors, customers, and co workers and conducts or leads conferences as representative of the command Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in-depth knowledge of management and organizational concepts, principles, practices and techniques in order to formulate goals, objectives, policy and programs that are responsive to the needs of the National Guard to serve as an HR specialist providing Title 32 advisory services on employment and compensation in the Federal government, and their relationship and interaction with other functional areas of Federal human resources management. GS-12 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: Knowledge of, and ability to advise laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, procedures, directives, instructions, and concepts affecting Federal Human Resource Management such as, but not limited to, staffing, classification, employee relations, labor, civilian pay and employee benefits. Knowledge of the legislative process and the Title 32 and Title 5 excepted service program in order to proposals which impact the National Guard excepted service program. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex problems and the development of concrete action plans to solve organizational, operational, and technical problems. Knowledge of resource management, such as appropriations, manning and funding requirements, work year management, and their impact on effective mission accomplishment. Skills in preparing and presenting presentations, both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers. GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in-depth knowledge of management and organizational concepts, principles, practices and techniques in order to formulate goals, objectives, policy and programs that are responsive to the needs of the National Guard to serve as an HR specialist providing Title 32 advisory services on employment and compensation in the Federal government, and their relationship and interaction with other functional areas of Federal human resources management. GS-13 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: In-depth knowledge of a wide range of federal Human Resources (HR) laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and concepts affecting employment and pay within federal civil service and their relationship and interaction with other functions of human resources management in the Federal service. Knowledge of the legislative process and the Title 32 excepted service program in order to monitor legislative proposals that impact the technician program. Knowledge of advanced federal human resources management (HRM) principles, concepts, practices, analytical methods, a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, and relationships of various HR disciplines as well as seasoned consultative skill sufficient to resolve complex HRM problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods Organizational and planning skills sufficient to plan broad studies encompassing many phases, stakeholders and competing factors and to provide for quality recommendations and timely conclusion of studies. Skill in fact finding, analysis and problem solving sufficient to develop and implement innovative programs to meet mission/organizational requirements, assimilate large amounts of data, and identify which data is most pertinent to the issue and/or study Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to present, defend, negotiate and resolve complex issues, foster teamwork, enhance organizational credibility and to forge coalitions among persons with conflicting interests 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 GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There are no education requirements for this position. *ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICES MEMBERS* ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following: Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member Branch of Armed Forces Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s) Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty Terminal leave start date (if applicable) Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.