HR Specialist

United States Department of Defense

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The HR Specialist position at the Department of Defense involves managing civilian personnel data, assisting in HR projects, and providing analytical support to resolve personnel management issues. The role requires maintaining oversight of recruitment processes and coordinating various HR-related actions, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compile, publish, and ensure the validity and accuracy of data developed and uniformity in reports and studies related to civilian personnel.
• Carry out special projects and/or assist in carrying out projects or portions of broader studies to resolve controversial civilian HR issues for the 7th Signal Command.
• Provide assistance to managers and supervisors based on analysis of workforce factors such as turnover, absenteeism, fill rates, etc.
• Manage and maintain full visibility over all RPAs from cradle to grave and provide advice/assistance in all stages of the recruitment process.
• Coordinate actions on a wide variety of civilian HR issues, such as qualification requirements, security clearances, employee benefits and entitlements, release dates, Entrance on Duty (EOD) dates, PCS orders, and related information.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Experience in providing functional and procedural guidance on a full range of civilian personnel matters.
• Experience in creating, reviewing, and tracking requests for civilian personnel actions.
• Experience in reviewing and analyzing regulations and policies to resolve staffing issues such as benefits, pay entitlements, leave, and/or reduction in force.
• Experience in making recommendations on civilian recruitment strategies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position held.