- Position Title
- Human Resources Specialist (Classification/Recruitment & Placement)
- Agency
- HQDA Field Operating Agencies and Staff Support Agencies
- Announcement Number
- NCFR171916130612 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, July 26, 2017 to Friday, August 4, 2017
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
IF YOU ARE A CURRENT CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY: Department of the Army regulations include several employment categories in the definition of "current Army civilian employee". Do you meet one of the categories below?
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. Block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1." Army employees can access their SF-50 at: My Biz.
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE VETERANS RECRUITMENT APPOINTMENT (VRA). (JOBS AT THE GS-11 LEVEL OR BELOW ONLY). If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit an SF-50 showing current Army Excepted Service VRA appointment (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"2.").
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEFENSE CIVILIAN INTELLIGENCE PERSONNEL SYSTEM (DCIPS). This category ONLY includes those who have personal career or career-conditional status earned with prior employment in the Competitive Service. If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit two SF-50s: (1) an SF-50 showing current Army DCIPS employment, and (2) an SF-50 showing career/ career-conditional employment in the Competitive Service (block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1").
• CIVILIAN ARMY EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEFENSE CIVILIAN INTELLIGENCE PERSONNEL SYSTEM (DCIPS) APPLYING TO A DCIPS POSITION. This category applies to those who are current DCIPS employees with the Department of Army that are eligible for reappointment as a result of personal competitive status earned with prior employment; or those who are currently serving on an Army DCIPS appointment without time limitation. If you are eligible for this category, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "2") and an SF-50 which reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis.
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A TEMPORARY OR TERM APPOINTMENT. This category ONLY includes those who have personal career or career-conditional status, earned with prior employment in the Competitive Service. If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit two SF-50s:: (1) an SF-50 showing current Army employment, and (2) an SF-50 showing career/career-conditional employment in the Competitive Service (block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1").
Note: The "current Army employee" category does not include permanent Army National Guard employees in the competitive service.
Supporting documentation: You are required to submit the documents which prove you are a current Department of the Army employee in one of the categories described above. To obtain a copy of SF-50s from employment with the Department of Defense, go to My Biz.
Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you a current Army civilian employee?
IF YOU ARE A CURRENT CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY: Department of the Army regulations include several employment categories in the definition of "current Army civilian employee". Do you meet one of the categories below?
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT. You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. Block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1." Army employees can access their SF-50 at: My Biz.
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE VETERANS RECRUITMENT APPOINTMENT (VRA). (JOBS AT THE GS-11 LEVEL OR BELOW ONLY). If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit an SF-50 showing current Army Excepted Service VRA appointment (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"2.").
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEFENSE CIVILIAN INTELLIGENCE PERSONNEL SYSTEM (DCIPS). This category ONLY includes those who have personal career or career-conditional status earned with prior employment in the Competitive Service. If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit two SF-50s: (1) an SF-50 showing current Army DCIPS employment, and (2) an SF-50 showing career/ career-conditional employment in the Competitive Service (block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1").
• CIVILIAN ARMY EMPLOYEES SERVING ON AN EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEFENSE CIVILIAN INTELLIGENCE PERSONNEL SYSTEM (DCIPS) APPLYING TO A DCIPS POSITION. This category applies to those who are current DCIPS employees with the Department of Army that are eligible for reappointment as a result of personal competitive status earned with prior employment; or those who are currently serving on an Army DCIPS appointment without time limitation. If you are eligible for this category, you are required to submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "2") and an SF-50 which reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis.
• CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES SERVING ON A TEMPORARY OR TERM APPOINTMENT. This category ONLY includes those who have personal career or career-conditional status, earned with prior employment in the Competitive Service. If you are eligible in this category, you are required to submit two SF-50s:: (1) an SF-50 showing current Army employment, and (2) an SF-50 showing career/career-conditional employment in the Competitive Service (block 24 of your SF-50 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a"1").
Note: The "current Army employee" category does not include permanent Army National Guard employees in the competitive service.
Supporting documentation: You are required to submit the documents which prove you are a current Department of the Army employee in one of the categories described above. To obtain a copy of SF-50s from employment with the Department of Defense, go to My Biz.
Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you a current Army civilian employee?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application:A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee’s Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application:A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee’s Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
4.
Priority Placement Program (PPP), Program S (Military Spouse) registrant
This category includes:
• military spouses registered in the Priority Placement Program, Program S, for this local commuting area; AND
• for the series and grade of this position.
IMPORTANT: Program S registrants are only eligible for consideration for this category if they matched through the PPP. Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you registered in Program S of the PPP?
This category includes:
• military spouses registered in the Priority Placement Program, Program S, for this local commuting area; AND
• for the series and grade of this position.
IMPORTANT: Program S registrants are only eligible for consideration for this category if they matched through the PPP. Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you registered in Program S of the PPP?
5.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
This category includes veterans whose discharge was under honorable conditions AND:
• who served 3 or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (NOTE: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet this eligibility); or
• who have preference eligibility; or
• who have derived preference
Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you applying for consideration under the VEOA?
This category includes veterans whose discharge was under honorable conditions AND:
• who served 3 or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (NOTE: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet this eligibility); or
• who have preference eligibility; or
• who have derived preference
Additional information, to include specific required documents that must be submitted at the time of your application, may be found here.
Are you applying for consideration under the VEOA?
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
1.
This position will require incumbent to have a favorably adjudicated background investigation. Are you willing to comply with this requirement?
2.
This position will require incumbent to travel for business up to 5% of the time. Are you willing to travel as required?
Assessment 1
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Human Resources Specialist (Classification/Recruitment and Placement) at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Use delegated examining and merit promotion rules, regulations, and procedures to evaluate applications for minimum qualifications determinations and issue certificates/referrals.
3.
Evaluate candidate information, such as transcripts, resumes, DD Forms 214, Notification of Personnel Actions, etc., to determine qualifications and appointment eligibility.
4.
Perform job analysis to determine the specialized knowledge, skills, abilities and other competencies necessary for the recruitment and placement of well-qualified individuals.
5.
Calculate employee salary using complex pay setting regulations and policies to ensure pay accuracy.
6.
Determine and ensure that all pre-employment requirements are met such as: physical and drug test/examination, certifications, education, statement of understandings, security clearance, and outplacement programs clearance prior to extending job offers
7.
Provide advisory services to managers and supervisors on a wide range of civilian personnel issues; such as: veteran's preference, recruitment incentives, mandatory placement programs (Priority Placement Program (PPP), Special Candidate Tracker (SCT), Reemployment Priority List (RPL)), Reduction-in-Force (RIF)/Transfer of Function (TOF) and time-in-grade requirements.
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Recommend and develop action plans that incorporate strategic recruitment and retention initiatives to meet staffing needs, address current and future competency gaps and workforce diversification, and attract, acquire, develop, promote, and retain quality talent.
9.
Provide guidance on merit systems principles and prohibited personnel practices to management to avoid potential complaints and third parties review; such as: Merit System Protection Board (MSPB), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office, Inspector General (IG), etc.
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Advise management on competitive and non-competitive recruitment sources; such as: Veteran's Recruitment Authority (VRA), Veteran's Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA), Schedule A, Non-appropriated Funds (NAF) Interchange Agreement, Executive Order, Reinstatement, Transfer, etc.
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Use evaluative methodologies to advise or resolve complex and unprecedented operational HR problems.
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Develop occupational questionnaires and vacancy announcements using automation systems such as USA Staffing and/or similar automated systems.
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Use automation tools to clear vacancies and register applicants and employees in outplacement programs such as Priority Placement Program (PPP)/ Automated Stopper and Referral System (ASARS), Special Candidate Tracker (SCT), and Reemployment Priority List (RPL) and/or similar programs.
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Extract information from a variety of automated personnel systems to prepare Human Resources reports for management.
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Query, retrieve, and analyze information necessary to complete assignments.
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Use numerous HR systems and websites; such as: Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Guidance & Procedure (GPS), Guide to Processing Personnel Actions (GPPA), Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS), Fully Automated System for Classification (FASCLASS), Automated Stopper and Referral System (ASARS) and/or similar systems/processes to ensure personnel actions are processed accurately in accordance with pertinent rules and regulations.
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Develop written responses to Congressional, Office of Personnel Management, and other general inquiries explaining the impact of HR policies, regulations and programs on a variety of situations and individuals.
18.
Conveys updates and status of actions to the organizations, managers, supervisors and employees.
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Produce a variety of written documents such as reports, records, data or other materials to relay information to the hiring officials and agency.
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Apply functionality of various automated programs such as Microsoft Programs or similar database effectively.
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Apply functionality of various automated programs such as Microsoft Programs or similar database effectively.
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Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.