LEAD HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

This position is located at the Regional Human Resources Office, Quality of Life (QOL) Programs (J9), Joint Region Marianas (JRM), Guam. The mission of JRM J9 is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all QOL programs.

Major duties

Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below. Lead - Communicates and helps the team meet CNIC, CJRM, WFR, and Regional NAF HR Office's strategic plan, mission, vision, and goals. - Communicates assignments and deadlines for completion to the team. Responsible for assigning and managing projects and taskers to ensure all deadlines are met. - Assists and provides guidance to the team on regulations, instructions, work methods, practices, and procedures. - Lead the team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees, making adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established priorities. - In the absence of the Regional NAF HR Director, incumbent may assume the responsibilities of the Regional NAF HR Director and perform duties and requirements of the position. Classification - Provides advice and assistance to managers and/or supervisors on classification matters for all positions assigned to their organizations. Determines appropriate title, series, pay band, and grade levels. - Performs complex position analysis in collaboration with managers and/or supervisors in preparation of position descriptions and crediting plans. Recruiting/Staffing/Placement - Provides analytical and technical guidance to managers and/or supervisors on the recruiting process, staffing strategies, special programs, relocation, and retention programs. - Performs all required duties related to recruiting (e.g., complex position analysis to determine position and skill requirements, recruiting resources, areas of consideration, and short and long-term recruiting needs). - Performs all required duties related to staffing (e.g. verifies employment eligibility and qualifications, ensures priority preference programs are appropriately utilized, and initiates and validates personnel suitability checks). Employee Relations - Provides advice and assistance to, and collaborates with, Region and Installation staff in the area of employee relations (e.g., performance, administrative, discipline). - Provides guidance to managers and/or supervisors regarding handling of employee relations issues, appropriate action(s) to be taken, and prepares required letters and/or documents. Benefits - Performs all required duties, including providing advice and assistance on matters related to benefits' program administration (e.g., insurance (medical, dental, life), Long Term Disability, Workers' Compensation (WC), Family Medical Leave Act, Retirement, 401(k)). - Explains options to employees regarding benefits, prior federal Government service, leave options, service computation dates, etc. General - Serves as Regional NAF HR liaison working closely with Regional APF HR staff on issues/actions affecting both APF and NAF employees. - Develops and presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers. A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/). Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of HR theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments in the areas of classification, recruiting, employee relations, benefits, and/or retirement. Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced to perform the full range of HR services. Knowledge of HR laws; and Office of Personnel Management (OPM), DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), CNIC, and various federal government HR policies, regulations, and procedures related to functionally specific areas of HR. Ability to lead and direct the work of others. Ability to interpret and apply OPM classification guidelines and policies to assist managers and/or supervisors in developing position descriptions and determine appropriate title, series, and pay band/grade level. Ability to identify and determine position and skill requirements to create crediting plans to use in applicant qualification process. Ability to interpret policy and regulations to provide advice regarding employee relations. Ability to provide advice and perform tasks associated with benefits program administration. Ability to interpret retirement plan provisions; review and verify service information. Skill in the use of a Human Resources Information System (e.g., SAPHR, Defense Civilian Personnel Data System). Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and database management systems to accurately capture and analyze data. Ability to analyze, develop, maintain, and present accurate reports and records, military style instructions, and documents. Ability to develop and effectively deliver oral presentations, briefings, and/or training. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

Education

No positive education requirements for this position.