Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida

Salary Range: $75132 - $79306 Per Year

Job Summary: The incumbent serves as the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resource Specialist for NAF Fleet and Family Readiness Programs within Commander Navy Region Southeast (CNRSE), on NAS Jacksonville, FL. Incumbent is the primary technical advisor on NAF HR and requires interfacing, coordinating, planning and scheduling with the Region, NAF managers and employees to provides HR services at the installation level.

Major Duties:

• Workforce Planning and Employment: Advises and assists managers and/or supervisors on all NAF HR matters as well as consultation on developing, implementing, and evaluating sourcing, recruitment, hiring, orientation, succession planning, retention, and organizational exit programs necessary to ensure the most effective alignment of HR systems to support strategic goals and objectives within their organizations. Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Advises and assists managers and/or supervisors with identifying appropriate pay ranges, organization/position structures, classification changes, employee evaluation, retention strategies, impact and associated actions to assure compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Provide products and services for a wide variety of employee categories that involve different systems with different statutory and regulatory authorities. Utilizes the CNIC NAF personnel database Systems, KRONOS, ADP, Applications and Products Human Resources (SAPHR) to prepare and maintain all employee records, generate reports and analyze data. This includes but not limited to recruitment, employee personnel data changes, benefits, evaluations, processing of awards, disciplinary actions, time and attendance. Performs all required duties related to recruiting and provides assistance to managers in the areas of Recruiting/ Staffing and Retention, to include, conducting strategic consultations, developing job analyses, posting vacancy announcements, areas of consideration, determining minimum qualifications, rating and ranking applicants, and generating certificates. Analyzes labor market for trends that impact the ability to meet workforce requirements and assess skill sets of internal workforce and external labor market to determine the availability of qualified candidates. Administer pre and post-offer employment activities (for example: employment negotiations, offer letters, background and suitability checks, complete I-9/e-Verify process and Permanent Change of Station (PCS), onboarding). Human Resources Development: Develops implements and evaluates activities and programs that address performance appraisal, talent and performance management to ensure that the knowledge, skills, abilities, and performance of the workforce meet current and future organizational and individual needs. Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Conducts needs assessment to identify and establish priorities regarding human resource development activities ensuring compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Develops, selects, implements and evaluates employee, management and supervisory training programs (for example: Benefits, retirement, leadership skills, writing position descriptions, evaluating employees, interview techniques, harassment prevention, employee relations) to increase individual and organizational effectiveness. Develops, implements, and evaluates talent management programs that include assessing and managing talent, performance management programs, developing career paths, and managing the placement of high-potential employees. Labor and Employee Relations Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates the workplace in order to maintain relationships and working conditions that balance employer/employee needs and rights in support of the organization's goals and objectives. (For example, performance, discipline, Union activities, Unfair Labor Practices, grievances, union collective bargaining agreement implementation, reorganizations, realignments, relocations, Business Based Actions, transfer(s) of function(s)). Illustrations include but are not limited to the following: Fully supports equal employment opportunity initiatives and ensures employees are respected, valued and free from harassment ensuring that Employee and Labor Relations activities are compliance with all regulatory HR guidance for the non-appropriated funds. Establish, update, and communicate work-place policies and procedures (for example: employee handbook, reference guides, or standard operating procedures) and monitor their application and enforcement to ensure consistency. Provides overall advice and assistance on management-employee relations, discipline, adverse actions, grievances, performance management and recognition, employee counseling, and related functions ensuring that no disparate impact or other legal issues arise.

Qualifications: In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. Four years specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of HR theories, concepts, practices, laws, regulations, policies, and precedents sufficient to provide comprehensive HR management advisory/technical services on substantive organizational functions and work practices. Knowledge of and skill in analytical, diagnostic, and qualitative/quantitative techniques sufficient to identify, evaluate, and recommend to management appropriate HR interventions to resolve complex, interrelated HR problems and issues. Ability to develop new or modified HR work methods, approaches, or procedures for delivering effective HR services to clients. Knowledge and the ability to research a wide range of HR case law, principles, practices, policies, instructions and regulations sufficient to perform detailed analyses and draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations with the interpret/analyze precedent and substantive decisions, and/or legal opinions that various courts and administrative bodies have rendered. Knowledge of and skill in negotiation procedures and conflict resolution techniques sufficient for problem solving, advising management, and interacting (when required) with individuals in delicate/highly contested case matters and determinations. Knowledge of CNRSE and CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced to perform the full range of HR services. 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 and skill in analyzing resource requirements to identify key positions/competencies and develop training plans/developmental assignments for use with management development programs and/or intern programs. Skill in the use of a Human Resources Information System (for example, SAPHR, KRONOS, ADP). Skill in written and oral communication techniques sufficient to: develop/deliver briefings and correspondence; foster understanding/acceptance of findings; present arguments/ advisory opinions; and to prepare legal and case documents. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

How to Apply: To begin the process, click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USA JOBS account. Application process is submitted through your USA JOBS account. Resumes/ Applications received other than by USA JOBS will be destroyed and will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume. Qualifications must be clearly verifiable in your resume. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates, and government agency/department. Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit. You must submit all required documentation or you will not be considered for the position. Failure to submit all the required documentation may result in not be considered for the position. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/13/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12829332 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2025-11-13