Summary THIS IS A TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION WITH THE NEBRASKA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD. This National Guard position is for a HR SPEC (HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT), Position Description Number T5038P01 and is part of JFHQ HRO, Nebraska Army National Guard. Responsibilities As a HR SPEC (HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT), GS-0201-9, duties include: 1. Provides technical assistance and guidance to employees, supervisors, and managers on identifying training needs, training opportunities, and sources of training. Collaborates with the senior HRD in training and development activities, if applicable. 2. Processes training request forms and training documentation. Updates completed training in Automated Civilian/Military Personnel Systems. Provides guidance to supervisors on planning job-related career development activities. Familiar with self-development activities, eligibility requirements, and regulatory requirements. Provides guidance to supervisors in the completion of Individual Development Plans and training documentation. 3. Aids supervisors on employee training program requirements. Provides information on available training, clarifies eligibility requirement, and application procedures. Manages the planning and facilitating commercial in-house training. Helps determine and prioritize training needs assessment. Collaborates with Senior HRD, if applicable, with publicizing local courses and resource training opportunities. 4. Conducts training surveys, analyzes the information obtained, and submits recommendations to the Senior HRD or supervisor. Conducts continuing analysis and evaluation of training program effectiveness. Uses various automated data from reports to evaluate funds usage and employee progression. Ensures employees and supervisors complete training evaluations. Analyzes training evaluations and makes recommendations on future schools and courses to meet training needs. 5. Input training completion in Automated Civilian/Military Personnel Systems. Reviews travel documents, related to training, through automated systems. Creates purchase requisitions related to training expenses. Procures and maintains accountability of training materials. Uses automated system to effectively process personnel actions in accordance with the Guide to Processing Personnel Actions and local personnel systems checklists as required. 6. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Security Clearance/Background Check requirements: In order to comply with US DOD requirements and ensure the safety and security of the missions, programs, property and personnel of the Nebraska Military Department, employees must obtain the appropriate background investigation and maintain the level of security clearance assigned to their respective work. Failure to obtain, within one year of appointment, and maintain the designated type of security clearance/background check required for the respective work may result in a job offer being rescinded, separations of employment, or other actions as may be deemed in the best interest of the agency. Prior to appointment individuals must meet the security clearance requirements for the position or submit the required documents of the Nebraska National Guard, Personnel Security Manager for processing the appropriate investigation. Required forms: SF86, PSIP Initiation Form, Fingerprints, OF306 and Application/Resume. Nebraska National Guard Personnel Security Manager - Please send all inquiries to ng.ne.nearng.mbx.persec@army.mil GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Do you possess a general understanding of the basic principles and concepts of this occupational series as listed below. Skill in Collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently and accurately; Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit efficient communication; Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to assess body language and perceive emotional and/or distress levels; and Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Do you possess at least 1 year experience at the previous lower grade or equivalent experience and education with human resource programs related to federal civilian personnel programs; experiences in executing personnel programs and human resources information systems as applicable to the specific position and its position description; knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, personnel data systems, performance management system, benefit and retirements programs; experience in advising supervisors and managers on employee relations and performance matters Education A high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma is required. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is desired. A graduate degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum. Additional Information 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). 1. The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment. 2. Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies. 3. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: 1. The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment. 2. Irregular and overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies. 3. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.