LEAD HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the NAF Human Resources Office at Hill AFB. This is a Regular Full Time (RFT) position with a guaranteed minimum of 35 hours weekly, and with benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401(k), and annual/sick leave). Recruitment and Retention Incentives may be authorized Learn more about this agency Duties Introductory Statement: Assists the Human Resources Officer (HRO) in the performance of technical and management advisory personnel functions of the NAF Personnel Program. Assists in implementing NAF HR policies and directives while providing technical expertise and assistance in specialized areas such as recruitment & placement, classification, employee and labor relations, suitability/fitness determinations, compensation, and benefits. Performs team leader duties: Assigns work and leads staff consisting of three or more HR Assistants in accomplishing program and/or mission requirements. Provides work instruction and on-the-job training. Reports to supervisor employee progress, performance, training needs, and disciplinary problems. Makes suggestions when requested concerning promotions, performance recognition, and selection of new employees. Oversees the technical work performed by all other technicians providing guidance, instruction, direction and training to include fact-finding techniques, analytical methods, software use, and customer service. HR Advisory: Provides authoritative management advisory services in HR related matters. Advises employees of their entitlements and rights as an employee and suggests other sources or avenues for assistance. Makes periodic visits to serviced activities/facilities. Classification: Classifies routine and non-routine classification requests. Determines and assigns correct pay category, occupational series, title, grade level of positions. Seeks assistance and guidance on controversial classification requests. Makes Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) determinations. Conducts position reviews; performs desk audits. Prepares evaluation statements. Counsels managers on position management strategies. Benefits: Researches and resolves problems in the administration of the employee benefit program. Pay & Leave: Provides advice and assistance to managers and employees on basic pay, overtime or leave entitlement questions or problems. Advises managers and employees about relatively common issues or problems such as routine leave or attendance questions or disputes. Prepares minimum hiring rate & special salary request packages. Participates in planning and conducting the local NAF wage survey IAW regulatory guidance. May serve as Chairman/Co-Chairman of the NAF Locality Wage Survey Committee. DCPDS: Serves as the focal point for the automated NAF personnel data system for transaction problems and error resolutions. Maintains surveillance of automated system processing through regular system queries and quality control products. Provides technical advice to lower-graded Human Resources Assistants concerning processing of personnel actions and associated system error situations. Provides management with position control registers and other automated personnel statistical documents/reports. EMR/Labor: Assists the HRO with disciplinary actions, adverse actions, and grievances. Advises managers on performance management. Communicates requirements when initiating disciplinary actions. Reminds managers of proper use of business based actions. Counsels managers on prohibited personnel practices. Advises managers on Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement (CBA). Performs other related duties as required. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12942184 Requirements Conditions of employment Must have successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation Tier 3. Must be able to maintain a T3. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/26/2026 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in substantive personnel management and administration. Must have knowledge of and skill in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, practices and procedures covering personnel management programs. Must possess basic computer skills. Must be familiar with personal computer applications such as Windows, MS Word, Excel, Access, and the Internet. Ability to communicate with others effectively, both orally and in writing. Must possess skill in dealing with customers and the public. Condition(s) of Employment: Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 3 Level) is required. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. 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 Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Must be able to obtain and maintain Security Clearance This may be a designated Drug Testing Position Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical (if applicable) Recruitment and Retention Incentives may be authorized Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is NOT included in a bargaining unit. 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 A 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. 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