Vacancy expired!
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY)Department of the Air ForceAir Mobility CommandOverview
##### Open & closing dates
05/07/2019 to 05/13/2019
##### Service
Competitive
##### Pay scale & grade
GS 5
##### Salary
$33,949 to $44,130 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocationFew vacancies in the following location:-Goose Creek, SCRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view
Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT
information.The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range
of military personnel programs (awards, assignments, separations,
limited duty, reenlistments, training, advancement,
travel/passports, compensation, benefits, ID cards ) in support of
the JB CHS Personnel Support Detachment (PSD) (cont)Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
(cont) for supported naval commands in the local area as well as
geographically separated supported locations.
Supports military personnel programs.
Uses a variety of office automation hardware, software, and
peripherals in the performance of military personnel functions
and maintains files.
Performs a variety of processes and procedures to assemble,
review, process, complete, and maintain compensation
transactions for assigned programs.
Assists in determining, processing and tracking travel pay
entitlements.
Travel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential5
#### Job family (Series)
0203 Human Resources Assistance- RequirementsConditions of Employment
Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional
assessment(s)
U.S. Citizenship is required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
PCS expenses ARE NOT authorized
This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement
Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Recruitment incentive may or may not be used.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
Personal data, to which the incumbent has access, are controlled
by the Privacy Act of 1974 and must be safeguarded
appropriately.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DEERS verifying official
certification
QualificationsIn order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience
requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and
Administrative Support Positions.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1)
year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or
equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience
includes maintain personnel records by thoroughly screening, filing,
and ensuring correct documentation are included to keep them
current, complete, and accurate in accordance with regulations,
policies, and procedures; and process actions and determine
eligibility for a variety of personnel actions within purview of
program.OR
EDUCATION: Four years of education above the high school level
obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school,
junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a
copy of your transcripts.OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of
education and experience as described above may be used to qualify
for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your
transcripts.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-04 level is required to meet the time-in-grade
requirements for the GS-05 level. TIG applies if you are in a
current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52
weeks.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 a standardized body of military personnel
regulations and procedures relating to military
assignments,separations and retirements, testing, passports, and of
the format, content, and uses of the military personnel records and
the procedures and requirements regarding their maintenance
sufficient to process a variety of requests for personnel action.
Knowledge of basic military organizational structure, protocol,
and similar matters.
Knowledge of general office administrative and clerical
procedures (qualified typist not required).
Knowledge of the military personnel automated system and various
office automation hardware, software programs, tools, and techniques
to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such
as letters, reports, spreadsheets, and graphs.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and
maintain effective work relationships.
Skill in entering and retrieving data and correcting data errors
in military pay/personnel system(s).
Knowledge of a body of standardized military pay rules,
regulations, laws, allowances, and procedures; the data system(s)
used to support military pay actions; and federal debt collection
rules and regulations sufficient to interpret/analyze/apply
regulations and procedures related to military claims, travel,
indebtedness and pay.
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.EducationIF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts
to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by
an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education.FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or
universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show
proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least
equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It
is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION FOR ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE
MEMBERS
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5,
United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal
agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled
veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time
they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in
lieu of a DD214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible.
A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate
military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service
dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the
character of service. The service member's military service dates
are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the
definition of "veteran" under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The "certification"
must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or
released from active duty service in the armed forces under
honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of
submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction
of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or
higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will
begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the
type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable).
Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to
verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to
appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation.
Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified
prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a
valid "certification" of service with their initial application will
be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before
the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member
is on terminal leave.Additional informationInteragency 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.90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day
register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after
the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as
vacancies occur.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing
or speech difficulties click here.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and
responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your
eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect your rating or consideration for employment.The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the
online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not
support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of
"not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not
receive further consideration for this job.Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated
further.APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and
consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection
process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant
performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.BASIS OF RATING: The assessments for this job will measure
General competencies such as: Decision making, reasoning,
attention to detail.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) as listed under
Qualifications
In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all
required steps in the process. In addition to the application and
application questionnaire, this position requires an online
assessment. The online assessment measures critical general
competencies required to perform the job.The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of
required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You
must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be
considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail
to complete the assessment.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceSecretDrug test requiredNo- Required DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be provided with
your application. Other documents may be required based on the
eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the
AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents
you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are
claiming.
Online Application - Questionnaire
Resume - must include beginning and ending month and year for
each employment period
Transcripts - if you are basing your qualifications on education
or if the position requires education, you must submit copies of
your transcripts
Registration/License - active, current registration/license if
applicable for the position
If claiming VRA, VEOA or Veterans' Preference - a copy of your
DD Form 214, which must include character of service or a
Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service
dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming
10-point preference and/or 30% Disabled Veteran, you must submit
a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the
Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable)
and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current
Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible
copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of
Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34
must be a"1"). Additionally, if you are applying for a higher
grade (GS) and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past
year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year
time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an SF-50
which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade
requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions,
Within-grade Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective
date more than one year old).
Applicants must refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility
Guide (link provided above) for a complete list of required
documents for each eligibility you identify.
If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire
Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support
your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request
Form found here
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees -
Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years)
showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or
statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Applicant
should not submit an appraisal that does not include this
information.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Copies of any
award received within the last 3 years.Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have
a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with
Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with
completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be
granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.
Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and
appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior
to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on
requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the
minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the
adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation
to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. If you
received the link after the close of the announcement, you must
complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL. To
determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for
Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:
https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ReasonableAccommodationsforUSAHireIf 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.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.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.- How to ApplyPlease read the entire announcement and all the instructions before
you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must
complete the initial online application, to include the initial
online assessment and submission of the required documentation
specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete
application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the
05/13/2019 the announcement to receive consideration. The
application process is as follows:To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following
link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10495497
To begin the application process, click the Apply Online
button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all
necessary supporting documentation.
Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on
05/13/2019.
After submitting an online application, you will be notified
whether or not you are required to take additional online
assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system.
This message will be delivered to you both on screen and via email
notification.
If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based
Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the
USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS
login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to
beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Be sure to review all
instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments.
Click here for Computer System Requirements.
Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments;
however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If
you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you
can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found on the
Additional Application Information page that can be located in the
application record in your USAJOBS account.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at
any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS
account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login). There you will find
a record of your application, the application status, and an option
to Update Application. This option will no longer be available once
the announcement has closed.To verify the status of your application both during and after the
announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account:
https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login . All of your applications will
appear on the Welcome page. The application record in your
USAJOBS account provides an Additional Application Information
page that provides information regarding the documentation you
submitted and any correspondence we have sent related to this
application. The Application Status will appear along with the
date your application was last updated. For information on what each
Application Status means, visit:
https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.When you receive a notification from your USAJOBS account it may
indicate that your application is complete after you submit the
initial online questionnaire and documentation, however, your
application will NOT be complete until you have successfully
completed the next step described below.If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be
presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire Competency
Based Assessments system. These additional online assessments must
be completed within 48 hours following the close of this
announcement unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for
the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Your results will be kept
on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require
the same USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.Your results will be kept on record for use when applying for future
jobs that require the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You
will not be allowed to re-take them for one year. Before attempting
to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you should visit
https://usahire.opm.gov/assess/default/sample/Sample.action to
determine if the computer you are using is likely to experience any
issues during testing. If you have questions about the computer
requirements or require technical assistance please contact
helpdesk@usahire.opm.gov. If you accidently deleted the invitation
to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments or otherwise need the
information re-sent (e.g., you feel you have not received it due to
a SPAM filter), you should contact helpdesk@usahire.opm.gov to
request the invitation to be re-sent. Requests to re-send
invitations to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments must be
received by helpdesk@usahire.opm.gov BEFORE the close of the Job
Opportunity Announcement.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted
by an applicant.Agency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone1-800-525-0102EmailDO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLYAddressCharleston AFB
101 E Hill Blvd
Bldg 503
Charleston AFB, SC 29404
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your application package and online questionnaire is received
you will receive an acknowledgement email.If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be
presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire Competency
Based Assessments system. These additional online assessments must
be completed within 48 hours following the close of this
announcement unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for
the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Your results will be kept
on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require
the same USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications,
including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required
assessments.To check the status of your application or return to a previous or
incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My
Applications, and click on the More Information link under the
application status for this position.If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for
checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy
notifications will not be sent to you.- Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and
gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental
status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job
applicants
Reasonable Accommodation PolicyFederal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants
with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application process should follow
the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part
of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the
hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable
accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work
environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an
individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties
or receive equal access to job benefits.Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide
reasonable accommodations when:
An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an
equal opportunity to apply for a job.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform
the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive
equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and
office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the
application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are
considered on a case-by-case basis.Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations
or how to contact an agency.Legal and regulatory guidance
Financial suitability
Social security number request
Privacy Act
Signature and false statements
Selective Service
New employee probationary period
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to
apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/532753800. Only resumes
submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed
at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Vacancy expired!