Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) (Title 5) (Perm

As a Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) GS-0201-12 (Title 5), you will perform the following duties:

• Serves as the state technical advisor for HR Information Systems (automated personnel systems, automated records management systems, case management systems, personnel records applications, HR In-Processing via virtual platforms, and virtual personnel services) with a thorough understanding of HRO functional areas and internal processes (e.g., Staffing, Benefits, etc.) and how those inter-relationships impact processing of personnel actions. Works to resolve complex issues that arise which impact multiple functional areas within the HRO. Plans, organizes, manages, and performs duties necessary to accomplish information systems management functions in support of HR programs essential to state Army/Air National Guard operations, training, and readiness missions.
• Provides technical support services to system users in the field. Develops and interprets policy for HRO functional areas as it relates to HR information systems and applications. Develops impact statements and recommends changes as deemed necessary which may be adopted as internal policy. Provides advice to HRO staff and serviced organization officials to ensure timely implementation of new subsystems and/or enhancements to new or existing systems. Assists with technical, functional, and communications problems of HR applications. Develops local policies/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to implement changes or new programs to improve civilian personnel management operations.
• Develops state unique quality control (QC) program queries to ensure OPM/DoD standardization is met. Works with HRO functional areas to identify and correct invalid data. Analyzes quality control queries, personnel/payroll data reconciliation, rejected actions and reports to determine trends, problem areas and recommends modifications. Follows up to ensure corrective action is accomplished.
• Manages access for all HR information systems including accountability, verification, and validation of resources. Performs user account management services by identifying user additions, modifications, deletions, group assignments, and system privileges. Coordinates with appropriate personnel on resolving firewall/server issues too difficult to resolve by the specialist. Resolves printer and client-server issues.
• May have limited leader responsibilities. Distributes and balances workload among Information System employees. Gives on-the-job training to lower-graded employees. May approve emergency leave for assigned employees in extenuating circumstances. Provides input into annual performance appraisals. Resolves simple complaints and grievances, referring the more serious ones to the supervisor. Recommends training needs for employees. Provides input to the supervisor concerning selections, promotions, reassignments, and recognition of outstanding performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume., GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Applicant must have experience, education or training being responsible for planning, operating, and administering the operation of the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS12 : Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-11 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government? This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as:

Experience developing and interpreting policy for HRO functional areas as it relates to HR information systems and applications.

Experience serving as the technical advisor for HR Information Systems (automated personnel systems, automated records management systems, case management systems, personnel records applications, HR In-Processing via virtual platforms, and virtual personnel services) with a thorough understanding of HRO functional areas and internal processes (e.g., Staffing, Benefits, etc.) and how those inter-relationships impact processing of personnel actions.

Experience developing state unique quality control (QC) program queries to ensure OPM/DoD standardization is met.

Experience in managing access for all HR information systems including accountability, verification, and validation of resources.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

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 ( ).