Lead Human Resources Specialist (NAF), NF-04

About the role

This position is located at Dragon Hill Lodge at Yongsan, South Korea. The first cut-off date is 30 SEP 2026. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 30 SEP 2026 in order to receive initial consideration.

Announcement will remain open until filled.

What you will do

• Works under general supervision of the NAF Human Resources Officer (HRO).
• Leads a NAF HR operation with a total staff of a minimum of five employees.
• Serves as Human Resources (HR) Specialist team lead for the NAF HRO.
• Leads a multi-functional team of Human Resources Specialists and Assistants who represent all functional areas of human resources administration.
• Assists in developing long and short term plans for the office operations.
• Communicates and helps meet the office's strategic goals and objectives with the team, while assisting in developing operational plans, resource requirements, innovative systems/applications and processes for successfully carrying out the daily work.
• Applies a broad, multifunctional knowledge of human resources management and administration laws, regulations, policies, programs, technologies, and practices.
• Plans and carries out personally performed work and assures the successful performance of team members.
• Assists the HRO, in meeting the organizational performance goals.
• The lead is responsible for assigning, managing and coordinating projects and taskers and make sure that all suspenses are met.
• 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 a timely manner.
• Arrange specific administrative or technical training necessary for accomplishment of individual and team goals and objectives.
• Monitor and report on the status and progress of work.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of work accomplishments and administrative information, as required, and coordinate the preparation, presentation and communication of work-related information to the NAF HRO.
• Provide input to the performance ratings of the team members.
• Provides advice and assistance to management staff on issues/problems with impact on personnel management programs, e.g., MER, staffing strategies, and human capital management.
• Provides guidance on regulation and operational standards, as well as data management and SOPs.
• Audit programs for accuracy and effectiveness.
• Identifies program strengths and weaknesses; evaluates program quality; prepares and recommends strategies for improvement in the HR operations.

How you will be evaluated

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.

If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation. Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY) NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents) Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation.

Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

Documents you must provide

• About Your Resume Federal agencies are required to limit resumes to two pages or less and it must support the general or specialized experience described in this announcement.
• Resumes must adhere to the two-page limit and must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications, and other position requirements listed in this job opportunity announcement.
• For additional information on the two-page resume limit, refer to: ***
• Your resume must be 5 megabytes (MB) or less.
• We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting and page count (***).
• Please do not include photographs, personal images or other inappropriate content in your application materials.
• Expedite Your Hiring To better expedite your hiring, we recommend including contact information (name, email, phone number) for professional references in your application.
• Required Documents Required documents may vary based on the requirements for the position.
• The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement: US Passport and Valid Visa Stamp Resume Other Accepted Documents Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service US Passport and Valid Visa Stamp PCS Orders Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

Benefits

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement.

As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.

NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below.

What to expect next

Our Next Steps to Review Your Application and Keep You Informed 1. Application Review Once you submit your application, the system will automatically review your answers to the application questionnaire to determine if you meet the basic qualifications for the job.

If you meet the qualifications, your application will move to the next step, where our HR representatives will carefully review your experience, skills, education (if applicable), and how well you match the job requirements. 2. Keeping You Informed If you provided an email address, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know we've received your application.

As your application moves through the hiring process, we'll send you updates and notifications via email. Processing times may vary, but we'll do our best to keep you informed every step of the way. Your Next Steps to Stay on Top of Your Application 1.

Check Your Contact Information If your contact information changes after the job announcement closes, let us know as soon as possible. 2.

Ensure You Receive Updates Double-check that your email address is accurate and that your inbox can receive messages from us, Make sure your mailbox isn't full and check your spam or junk folder to avoid missing important updates about your application. 3. Sign Up for Text Alerts Want to stay ahead in the hiring process?

In your USAJOBS profile, you can sign up to receive text alerts about jobs you applied to or tasks you need to complete. We're excited about your interest in this position and look forward to reviewing your application!

Additional information

Area of Consideration The area of consideration for this vacancy is U.S. citizens worldwide. PCS Costs Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are based on a determination that a PCS move is in the Government's interest. Allowances and Differentials This job is part of a pay-banded system.

Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Employment overseas provides a lot of additional benefits and entitlements. For information please contact Seung Hyean Yoon at ***.

Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program.

For more information, go to *** Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Discover Your Path to Success Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared.

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