Human Resources Specialist (Benefits)

Summary This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent serves as a Headquarters (HQ) HR Specialist (Employee Benefits) responsible for the delivery of CNIC NAF benefits and entitlement services. Learn more about this agency Duties In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. Benefits (includes but not limited to): Serves as SME and performs all required duties, including providing advice and assistance to, and collaborating with, current CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff, retirees, prior CNIC employees, dependents, vendors, and/or other NAF Department of Defense (DoD) staff, on matters related to benefits' program administration (e.g., insurance (medical, dental, life), Long Term Disability, Workers' Compensation (WC), Family Medical Leave Act, Flexible Spending Account, Affordable Care Act). Ensures timely and accurate payment of bills related to the various benefits' programs, collects benefits' payments for CNIC NAF HQ employees depending on leave status, and collects benefits' payments for all CNIC NAF employees and retirees in a delinquent payment status. Conducts annual benefits' fair for CNIC NAF HQ and provides benefits' fair assistance to Region staff. Participates in quarterly DoD (e.g., Army, Air Force, Marine Corps) and vendor benefits' program meetings to identify most efficient and effective benefits' plans to be offered to DoD NAF employees. Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF HR policies. Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF HR staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics. Serves as CNIC NAF liaison working closely with CNIC 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. Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports. Requirements Conditions of employment Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. Must pass all applicable records and background check. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Qualifications 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. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Three or more years of progressively responsible specialized Human Resources (HR) (Employee Benefits) experience related to human resources (HR) benefits experience (e.g., 1) skilled in applying federal laws and requirements regarding health and wellness benefits; and 2) provide advice and assistance on matters related to benefits' program administration insurance gained from working in a Human Resources Office (HRO). Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced. 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 employee benefits. Ability to provide advice and assistance and perform tasks associated with benefits' program administration. Ability to explain rules and procedures to employees and help them understand their rights and obligations. Ability to gather facts and to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to program related issues and studies in order to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the benefits program; and recommend innovative and substantive solutions. 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). Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch. Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Additional information Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits