HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST (MILITARY)

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Human Resources Specialist (Military), Position Description Number D3530000 and is part of the Military Personnel Office (MILPO) of the Vermont Army National Guard. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Incentives Specialist reporting to the State Incentives Manager.

What you will do

• The organizational location of the position is in the Joint Force Headquarters-State (JFHQ-State) Gl Military Personnel Office under the Incentives Program.
• The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Incentives Specialist reporting to the State Incentives Manager.
• The incumbent assists in carrying out Army National Guard (ARNG) Select Reserve Incentive Policy (SRIP), Army Medical Detachment Incentives Policy (AMEDD), Student and Chaplain Loan Repayment Program (SLRP, CLRP), and Blended Retirement System-Continuation Pay (BRS-CP), for Officer, Warrant Officer, Enlisted personnel.
• The incumbent implements the State's Incentive Program and subordinate programs, including SRIP, AMEDD, SLRP, CLRP and BRS-CP (collectively referred to as incentive contracts and programs) through policy execution and processing of contracts/actions.
• The incumbent administers and processes payments for all incentive contracts and programs, which includes validating documentation and ensuring policy compliance.
• The incumbent conducts a continuous review of policies related to contract monitoring, termination notifications, Congressional inquiries, and complaints from the Inspector General as applicable.
• The incumbent conducts policy review on routine cases, preparing discrepancy memorandums for Soldiers and ensures timely notification.
• The incumbent serves as the liaison between the State Incentives Office and lower echelons (Brigade, Battalion, etc.) providing timely notifications to Soldiers regarding contract discrepancies.
• The incumbent coordinates Exception to Policy (ETP) submissions by ensuring proper documentation and develops tracking mechanisms.
• Incumbent reviews National Guard Bureau (NGB) supplied, system generated, and/or manually created reports or documents concerning all phases of incentive processing (issuance, establishment, monitoring, payment, and termination) for accuracy and submission to the State Incentives Manager.
• 3, Provides support in the training and oversight of lower echelon system operators (Brigade, Battalion, etc.) to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Analyzes and reports on trends observed during training sessions and ongoing activities, making informed recommendations to the State Incentives Manager based on these findings.
• Organizes and conducts detailed briefings for the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) and the Soldier Readiness Program (SRP), as well as any additional training sessions as directed by state leadership.
• Ensures that all training materials are relevant, up-to-date, and effectively communicated to participants.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

There are no specific educational requirements for this vacancy.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): -knowledge of ARNG Incentive Programs, Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS), Guard Incentive Management System (GIMS) -knowledge of HR principals -knowledge of incentive management systems and ARNG policies -ability to use established guidelines such as ARNG policies, DJMS procedures, GIMS processes, and incentive program rules -ability to independently plan and carry out assignments, resolving most issues without direct supervision. -skill in processing incentive contracts, conducting policy reviews, training compliance, and reviewing reports. -skill in applying established methods and procedures to recurring assignments.

Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the following occupational competencies: 1. Customer Service 2. Education And Training 3.

Manages and Organizes Information 4. Administration And Management 5. Interpersonal Skills

Documents you must provide

• To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (Do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week and salary.
• If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade.
• Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates.
• Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
• AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education Resume (All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).
• Other supporting documents (as applicable) For current Federal employees: Latest SF 50, Personnel Action.
• Helpful Hints for Applying: - Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and phone. - Include details about the experience that relates to the position you are applying for. - Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of your experience. - Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
• In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
• Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position.
• If you are using education to qualify for this position or education is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, You must submit copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and grade-point received.
• Submitting a certificate or a degree will not suffice.
• You must submit transcripts when required.
• Photocopies are acceptable.
• If you have been or currently are a Federal Civil Service employee, please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action, Form SF-50 if applicable.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Additional information

A Recruitment Incentive may be authorized dependent upon individual eligibility.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***).

Vermont Army National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician. Applicants should contact the VTARNG Incentive Manager to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position.