Job Listing: Human Resources Assistant (Military)
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01 vacancies - Ft. Gillem, GAWELCOME TO THE PEACH STATE!
Only current members of the Georgia Army National Guard will be considered for this position. Thank you for looking!
Position Location: HQS, 221st MI BN, Ft Gillem, GA
Position is indefinite; however, may convert to permanent without further competition. If selectee is tenured, tenure will not change.
Job Summary: This position is located in the Military Personnel Office (MILPO) of the Army National Guard. The purpose of this position is to serve as the final reviewer and procedural authority of personnel actions submitted to the MILPO by lower echelons. Work is to be performed in one or more of the following work areas: Officer or Enlisted Personnel Management (OPM, EPM); Retirement Points Accounting Management (RPAM); Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP); Montgomery G.I. Bill; MOS Medical Review Board (MMRB); Line of Duty (LOD) investigations; and Standard Installation and Division Personnel System (SIDPERS).
Background Check: The applicant tentatively selected for this position may, at the option of the agency, be required to submit to criminal, credit history, and general background checks which will be evaluated by the agency prior to a final offer of employment and accession into the Georgia National Guard Federal Technician or Active Guard/Reserve program.
Military Membership: This is a Title 32, Excepted Service Dual Status Civilian Position requiring active membership in a compatible skill in the Georgia Army National Guard as a condition of employment. Wear of the military uniform is mandatory; acceptance of this position constitutes agreement with these conditions.
Major Duties
The following list is not comprehensive, but provides a snapshot of some or all of the duties that may be required of this position:Serve as a final reviewer of actions such as accessions, promotions, transfers, boards, promotion eligibility; retirement eligibility; and actions that affect eligibility of educational or incentive benefits.
Serve as a final reviewer of actions such as sensitive, complex cases, which involve: allegations of inequitable, prejudiced, or similar treatment (e.g. issues of fraudulent enlistment or assignment; removal of military member from active or inactive status).
Perform complete review of records and other case documentation to ensure that they are procedurally correct, complete, and documentation is sufficient for action being taken and that all levels of legal, medical, and administrative review have been completed.
Insure that regulatory requirements related to the specific action are met.
Identify gaps or inconsistencies in the record and initiates action or interviews personnel to obtain needed data.
Research and obtain all necessary relevant information regarding cases and issues and provide explanations and interpretations of rules, regulations, procedures, and requirements pertaining to actions taken or recommended. Draft or prepares related correspondence for appropriate signature and enters data in automated systems, as needed.
Retrieve data from information sources, both manual and electronic, for use in answering questions, responding to correspondence, or preparing reports or briefings.
Insure completeness and proper forwarding of records to appropriate action board.
Provide advice and guidance to other personnel on actions in areas of expertise, as well as, advice, instructions, and interpretations, as needed, to lower echelons.
Provide support to maintain a variety of automated systems used to manage service members both locally and statewide.
Review transaction reports from previous days inputs for errors, corrects inaccurate data, and resubmits transaction for update to Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and local databases.
Provide technical guidance and training to all supported activities concerning transaction processing and system software.
Identify training needs of system users and tailors training to meet those needs. Develop installation Program of Instruction (POI) and functional training package; determine type, length and frequency of training.
Conduct formal and informal system and functional training.
Assist in on-site training as requested or required by supported units.
Participate in unit Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP) for those units whose service members are being mobilized to active duty.
Provide counseling to service member on available benefits; accuracy of the emergency data and contact information and the accuracy of the DEERS/RAPIDS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System/Realtime Automated Personnel Identification System) information; and allows the service member to perform a general review of their record.
Perform other duties as required.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:
1. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and
2. Your résumé or OF 612 and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by Sunday, May 04, 2008
Option A: Application Manager
To begin, choose one of these options:
If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.
If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process: Online Questionnaire.
To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links you used to begin as described above, or simply go to http://www.applicationmanager.org
For help with creating an Application Manager account, click on the link below:
http://eshelp.opm.gov/robo/projects/appman001/Quick_Start_Guide.htm
Option B: Paper Qualifications Questionnaire
If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper. Follow these steps:
1. You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.
2. Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.
3. You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents either by fax, by mail or in person.
By Fax: If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly. The fax number is 1-478-757-3144. Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.
Failure to follow the "How to Apply" instructions will result in loss of consideration.
APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE OR ANY OF THE REMOTE OFFICES. Please follow the How to Apply Instructions to ensure your application is processed in accordance with procedure.
Remember that you must complete an application package that includes an assessment questionnaire, resume, and any applicable supporting documentation and submit prior to the closing date for your application to be considered.
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Required Documents:
For this job announcement the following document(s) are required:
· Resume or OF 612
If substituting education for experience, must provide a copy of your transcript. Upload transcript into Application Manager under Miscellaneous or fax in accordance with the How to Apply instructions in the Vacancy Announcement.
The following documents may be required as stated in the Job Announcement:
· Transcripts
· Qualifications
· Miscellaneous
Users please select the appropriate required documents when uploading in Application Manager
To submit the documents requested follow the options listed above. Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or fax to the number specified above. Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510.pdf
Contact Information:
Verna G. NELSON
Phone: (678)569-6423
Email: verna.nelson@ga.ngb.army.mil
Or write:
Georgia National Guard
HRO-STAFFING
Do Not Mail or Fax Applications Here
Atlanta, GA 30316
USA
What To Expect Next:
Applicant Screening Process:
1. When the vacancy announcement closes Georgia HRO-Staffing Office will review all qualified applications to ensure they meet the mandatory minimum requirements for this position.
A. Area of consideration is verified.
B. Questionnaire scores are cross-referenced to the application to ensure scores were not inflated; inflated scores will be adjusted or applicant may be found disqualified. Please do not inflate scores.
2. The most highly qualified applicants will be forwarded to the selecting official; those found less qualified or not qualified will be notified via email.
3. All qualified applicants will be notified via email that their application was forwarded to the selecting official.
4. HRO Staffing will process the vacancy within two weeks of the closing date of Sunday, May 04, 2008
5. Once the selection is made, non-selected applicants will be notified via email; selectee will be contacted directly by the Selecting Official.
Thank you for your interest in the Georgia National Guard and Good Luck!
Required Skills
Qualifications
General Experience: Administrative or clerical experience, education, or training which demonstrates the candidates ability to perform the duties of the position.
Specialized Experience: Must have a minimum of 09 months specialized experience performing or supervising clerical, assistant or technical work which requires a knowledge of the procedures, established guidelines, and techniques involved in carrying out the work of the organization.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements will be further evaluated by the Selecting Official based on all or some of the following KSA's which are considered essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Extensive knowledge of the overall requirements, objectives, practices, and peculiarities of the assigned program area sufficient to advise lower graded personnel or lower echelons on assigned actions or cases.
Knowledge of military personnel administration and related policies, regulations, and procedures; ability to interpret and apply regulations and precedents to perform a complete review of records and case documentation; and ability to identify discrepancies and provide recommendations or alternatives to situation encountered.
Knowledge of requirements for proposed action to ensure that documentation is correct and sufficient and that all levels of legal, medical, and administrative review are complete.
Able to deal cooperatively with others to obtain needed information, to complete required case processing, and to explain decisions or recommendations to interested parties. Skill in compiling information and preparing reports.
Able to plan and organize work.
Knowledge of military organizational structures, protocol, and similar matters.
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: For the first six (6) months of specialized experience, study successfully completed in a resident school above the high school level may be substituted at the rate of one academic year of study for six (6) months of specialized experience, provided the study included at least six (6) semester hours in subjects closely related to the personnel field. Such subjects include: English comp, public administration; personnel administration; statistics, psychology, or other courses where primary emphasis is on writing skills.
Other Requirements: None stated.
Guard Compatibility Requirements: Once selected and prior to being placed in the position, you must be assigned to: Any unit in the state in EMOS 42A/F. Rank inversion is strictly prohibited.
Wear of the Military uniform is required as a condition of employment in accordance with AR/NGR/GA directives. Acceptance of this position constitutes agreement with this requirement.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of The Army | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Lawrenceville | |
| Experience:Any | State: Georgia | |
| Education: High School / GED | Zip Code:30044 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 34,341.00 - 44,644.00 USD per year
Benefits
The following Web addresses are provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees:
Flexible Spending Accounts - The Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program (FSAFeds) allows you to pay for certain health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. For additional information visit: https://www.fsafeds.com/fsafeds/index.asp
Health Insurance - The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program offers over 100 optional plans. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp
Leave - Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp
Life Insurance - The Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI) offers: Basic Life Insurance plus three types of optional insurance, for additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp
Long Term Care Insurance - The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) provides long term care insurance for Federal employees and their parents, parents-in-law, stepparents, spouses, and adult children. For additional information visit: http://www.ltcfeds.com/
Retirement Program - Almost all new employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan. The three tiers are: Social Security Benefits, Basic Benefit Plan, Thrift Savings Plan. For additional information visit: http://www.opm.gov/retire/index.asp
This link provides and overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees. http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ei61.asp
Social Security Number
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1. Title of Job
Human Resources Assistant (Military)
2. Biographic Data
3. E-Mail Address
4. Work Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
5. Employment Availability
6. Citizenship
Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
8. Other Information
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9. Languages
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
10. Lowest Grade
06
11. Miscellaneous Information
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12. Special Knowledge
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
13. Test Location
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14. Veteran Preference Claim
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service
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16. Availability Date
17. Service Computation Date
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18. Other Date Information
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19. Job Preference
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
20. Occupational Specialties
001 Human Resources Assistant (Military)
21. Geographic Availability
019 Ft. Gillem, GA
22. Transition Assistance Plan
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
23. Job Related Experience
24. Personal Background Information
If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:
1. Please select the response that best describes your status:
B. Current member of the GA Air National Guard.
C. Current member of a Guard component ouside of GA.
D. Current Reserve/IRR or Active component.
E. Prior service; no current military status.
F. Civilian; no prior military service.
2. Please select the response that best describes your status:
B. Indefinite technician
C. Temporary technician
D. Drill Status/M-Day Guard Member/ADSW
E. Active Guard Reserve (AGR)
F. Other
3. I possess clerical or administrative experience, education, and/or training which has provided me with the ability to search for and compile information/data process documents, and provide information about regulations, procedures and programs:
B. No.
4. I have a minimum of 09 months specialized experience in clerical or administrative experience, education, and/or training which has provided me with the ability to search for and compile information/data, process documents, and provide information about regulations, procedures, and programs:
B. No.
5. Though I do not have the required 09 months specialized experience, I meet the overall requirements based on a combination of education and experience as I have at least six months specialized experience and have successfully completed at least six (6) months of of college level course work related to the personnel field (i.e. English Comp., public admin, personnel admin, statistics, psychology, or other courses where primary emphasis is on writing skills):
B. No
Respond to all questions. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application.
B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but have no practical experience.
C- I have performed this task under direct supervision.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job without supervision.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or and/or I am the person consulted by others because of my expertise.
6. Extensive knowledge of the overall requirements, objectives, practices, and peculiarities of the assigned program area sufficient to advise lower graded personnel or lower echelons on assigned actions or cases.
7. Knowledge of military personnel administration and related policies, regulations, and procedures; ability to interpret and apply regulations and precedents to perform a complete review of records and case documentation; and ability to identify discrepancies and provide recommendations or alternatives to situation encountered.
8. Knowledge of requirements for proposed action to ensure that documentation is correct and sufficient and that all levels of legal, medical, and administrative review are complete.
9. Able to deal cooperatively with others to obtain needed information, to complete required case processing, and to explain decisions or recommendations to interested parties.
10. Skill in compiling information and preparing reports.
11. Able to plan and organize work.
12. Knowledge of military organizational structures, protocol, and similar matters.
13. Serve as a final reviewer of actions such as accessions, promotions, transfers, boards, promotion eligibility; retirement eligibility; and actions that affect eligibility of educational or incentive benefits.
14. Serve as a final reviewer of actions such as sensitive, complex cases, which involve: allegations of inequitable, prejudiced, or similar treatment (e.g. issues of fraudulent enlistment or assignment; removal of military member from active or inactive status).
15. Perform complete review of records and other case documentation to ensure that they are procedurally correct, complete, and documentation is sufficient for action being taken and that all levels of legal, medical, and administrative review have been completed
16. Insure that regulatory requirements related to the specific action are met.
17. Identify gaps or inconsistencies in the record and initiates action or interviews personnel to obtain needed data.
18. Research and obtain all necessary relevant information regarding cases and issues and provide explanations and interpretations of rules, regulations, procedures, and requirements pertaining to actions taken or recommended. Draft or prepares related correspondence for appropriate signature and enters data in automated systems, as needed.
19. Retrieve data from information sources, both manual and electronic, for use in answering questions, responding to correspondence, or preparing reports or briefings.
20. Insure completeness and proper forwarding of records to appropriate action board.
21. Provide advice and guidance to other personnel on actions in areas of expertise, as well as, advice, instructions, and interpretations, as needed, to lower echelons.
22. Provide support to maintain a variety of automated systems used to manage service members both locally and statewide.
23. Review transaction reports from previous days inputs for errors, corrects inaccurate data, and resubmits transaction for update to Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and local databases.
24. Provide technical guidance and training to all supported activities concerning transaction processing and system software.
25. Identify training needs of system users and tailors training to meet those needs. Develop installation Program of Instruction (POI) and functional training package; determine type, length and frequency of training.
26. Conduct formal and informal system and functional training.
27. Assist in on-site training as requested or required by supported units.
28. Participate in unit Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP) for those units whose service members are being mobilized to active duty.
29. Provide counseling to service member on available benefits; accuracy of the emergency data and contact information and the accuracy of the DEERS/RAPIDS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System/Realtime Automated Personnel Identification System) information; and allows the service member to perform a general review of their record.
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