Duties
Performs administrative and technical support work in a variety of personnel functions. Processes the full range of personnel actions for craft and trade and pay band non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees involving a variety of occupations. Examines requests for personnel actions, verifies all entries by performing a procedural and technical review of proposed actions to assure correctness of entries and cited authority. Processes new appointments. Interviews employees to obtain data to complete or instruct individuals in completing forms such as health benefits registration, life insurance, designation of beneficiary, tax certificates, clearance and investigation data. Computes and flags due dates for various types of personnel actions, i.e., within grade increase, conversions, performance appraisals, expiration date of temporary appointment, salary retention period; runs reports out of the HRIS system to verify flagged items are completed and up to date.
Processes Requests for Personnel Actions (SF-52s). Ensures supporting documents are complete and attached to SF-52 (e.g. job descriptions, set of duties, etc.). Writes position announcements, reviews applications/resumes and provides qualified applicants to the hiring manager. Provides assistance to employees, applicants and management on applicable procedures, instructions, and regulations. Monitors status on pending actions. Retrieves data for reports. Provides information on the status of personnel actions to operating officials. Works closely with all levels of personnel within the FFR to ensure program support is a priority.
Establishes, monitors and maintains Official Personnel Folders to include but not limited to creating, re-establishing, auditing and purging of files in accordance with established instructions. Conducts new employee orientation providing brochures, e.g., health/life insurance, and explains retirement provisions, hours of work, leave accrual, health and life insurance options, local facilities, standards of conduct, EEO, etc. Ensures benefit enrollments are completed and accurately processed within established timeframes. Inputs information into the automated personnel system in a timely manner and ensures accuracy of all salary and pay adjustments. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Must have a current, valid driver's license as travel within the NDW region (within 100 miles) will periodically be required.
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a human resources office or higher level education that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Knowledge of personnel processing rules, procedures or operations to assist applicants, employees and management with questions pertaining to NAF HR operations. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on matters and provide basic program information. Basic knowledge of office operation, administration; must have strong organizational skills and be able to multi-task and/or work multiple projects with deadlines that vary. Knowledge of steps and procedures used to process a variety of personnel actions is necessary to carry out the tasks of this position. The incumbent must be able to utilize operational information, policies and processes to make day-to-day decisions; resolve problems or discrepancies based on knowledge of personnel processing rules, regulations and procedures. Proficient use of Microsoft Office products and familiarity with HRIS database SAP/HR is preferred.
May be required to travel to other installations within the Naval District Washington to assist other NAF Human Resources Offices and/or attend training.
Ability to satisfactorily complete a background investigation - National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI), upon hiring.
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 the selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of the selection certificate.
Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference and submit a copy of current PCS orders. Failure to submit current PCS orders with the application will prevent spousal preference from being granted. Acceptance or declination of a regular full or part-time non-appropriated or appropriated fund position ends your ability to claim this preference.
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.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions. If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment.
Required Documents
The following documents are required at the time of application:
- Resume
- Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide a copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
- If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institutions.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/25/2024 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.
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 USAJOBS website. 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 the USAJOBS help page.
Agency Contact Information
NDW NAF HR
Email
Address
NDW Region NAF HR Office
47402 Buse Rd
Bldg 467
Patuxent River, MD 20670
US
Next Steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Fair & Transparent
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