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Position Title: HR SPEC
Agency: Air National Guard Units
Announcement Number: 25LAHRO000012752430 Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 to Tuesday, July 8, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. 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
the vacancy does not have greater promotion potential than your current or last permanent position and
your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

3. All federal re-employable eligibles. Are you eligible to be re-employed as a federal employee?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50).

A. Yes

B. No

4. All on-board federal employees/technicians within the state for which you are applying (Title 32 and Title 5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite). Are you a current on-board federal employee or technician within the state for which this position is being advertised?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Tenure in Block 24 (1, 2,or 3).

A. Yes

B. No

5. All on-board National Guard Title 32 Excepted Technicians within the state for which you are applying (Title 32 Permanent and Excepted Indefinite). Are you a current on-board National Guard Title 32 Excepted Technician within the state for which this position is being advertised?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Tenure in Block 24 (1, 2, or 3).

A. Yes

B. No

6. Current Army M-Day and current Air DSG members within the state for which you are applying. Are you a current Army M-Day or current Air DSG member within the state for which this position is being advertised?

A. Yes

B. No

All current (nationwide) federal employees. Are you a current federal employee?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Tenure in Block 24 (1 or 2).

A. Yes

B. No

8. Current nationwide military/prior members willing and eligible to become National Guard members. Are you a current military or prior member willing and eligible to become a National Guard member?

A. Yes

B. No

9. US Citizens. Are you a US Citizen?

A. Yes

B. No

10. Are you a current Permanent full-time Dual Status National Guard Technician within the state for which this position is being advertised?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Permanent full-time status with the state National Guard.

A. Yes

B. No

11. Are you a current Temporary Indefinite full-time Dual Status National Guard Technician within the state for which this position is being advertised?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Indefinite full-time status with the state National Guard.

A. Yes

B. No

12. Are you a current Temporary full-time Dual Status National Guard Technician within the state for which this position is being advertised?

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF 50) reflecting your Temporary full-time status with the state National Guard.

A. Yes

B. No

13. National Guard- All On-Board In-State National Guard Title 5 Excepted Employees (NG T5 Perm Empl).

A. Yes

B. No

1. Please select the level of security clearance that you have below:

1) If you select "None", click here to download, complete, and upload the security form with your application in USA Jobs.

2) If you select either "Secret" or "Top Secret", please upload Security Clearance Verification Memo with your application in USA Jobs.
**(Memo could be found in your IPERMS (Army) / VMPF (Air force) records, or your unit's Security Manager can provide memo to you.)

A. Secret

B. Top Secret

C. None

2. Are you willing to submit to a drug test?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you currently an active drilling member of the Louisiana National Guard?

A. Yes

B. No

Please answer the following multiple choice questions below to the best of your knowledge.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. General Experience: Do you possess experience in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication; ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; ability to communicate clearly and effectively; skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and, skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material?

A. Yes

B. No

2. Specialized Experience: Do you possess at least Twenty-Four (24) months of experience with human resources programs related to federal civilian or military personnel programs; experiences in executing personnel programs and Human Resources Information Systems, as applicable to the specific position and its position description; knowledge and understanding of the personnel and manpower core competencies: Organization Structure; Requirements Determination; Program Allocation and Control; and, Performance Improvement; knowledge of organizational structures; manpower standards; manpower resources; manpower data systems; or, commercial services to include strategic sourcing?

A. Yes

B. No

For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.

Prepares the preparation and review of outgoing correspondence for conformance with Air Force instructions, policies, format, and assembly; for accuracy of spelling, punctuation, form, grammar; and for completeness of reports and correspondence.

A. I have no experience in performing this work behavior, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this work behavior. I have had exposure to this work behavior but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a proficient level.

C. I have experience performing this work behavior across routine or predictable situations with minimal supervision or guidance.

D. I have performed this work behavior independently across a wide range of situations. I have assisted others in carrying out this work behavior. I seek guidance in carrying out this work behavior only in unusually complex situations.

E. I am considered an expert in carrying out this work behavior. I advise and instruct others in carrying out this work behavior on a regular basis. I am consulted by my colleagues and/or supervisors to carry out this work behavior in unusually complex situations.

For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.

Reviews products from Military Personnel Section, validates status and briefs members. Works with commanders and personnel to resolve discrepancies and ensures the accuracy of data.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more effectively.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written recognition from others in carrying out this activity.

Compiles and evaluates information for inclusion in a variety of documents and reports.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

Performs personnel actions by conducting in/out processing for home-station and deployed personnel, and maintains accountability. Reconciles data analysis products and ensures data accuracy of both deployed and home-station personnel.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

7. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal Service (5 C.F.R Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

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