HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS)

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Scott AFB, Illinois

Salary Range: $62662 - $118136 Per Year

Job Summary: Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of 9S9G585 - Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations), GS-0201-12. Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document. (Continued in Duties Section)

Major Duties:

• Continued from Summary Section: The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as a senior Human Resources (HR) Specialist in Employee Relations with responsibility for planning, developing, and carrying out the full range of employee relations and management advisory services for assigned organizations typified by complex organizational structures and dynamic, professional and/or scientific missions. Duties: Provides employee relations assistance to managers for assigned organizations of a complex nature. Serves as a senior specialist resolving very difficult employee relations issues in support of a wide variety of organizations with varying missions. Provides consultation and assistance on complex and often controversial conduct-related issues. Advises senior management and supervisors on the procedural and legal requirements for correcting complex conduct problems and administering disciplinary and adverse actions. Independently serves as the HR focal point for one or more employee relations programs. Leads varied and special assignments, projects, or special subject areas such as the Performance Management Program, the Office of Workers' Compensation (OWCP) Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), the Physically Restricted Program, Unemployment Compensation, Leave and Absences, Hours of Work, Labor Relations, etc. Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. Writes a variety of documents to include articles for publication in newsletters and newspapers, briefings, reports, orientation materials for new employees, training courses for supervisors, policy letters, and comments on impact of new supplements/regulations/directives, local directives, and position papers.

Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, GS-0201 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-09): Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Human Resources and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. OR EDUCATION: Must have successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, a combination of experience and education. Note: You must submit a copy of official transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in these areas: 1. Knowledge of established HR concepts, principles, practices, and regulatory requirements sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. 2. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. 3. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. 4. Ability to learn/apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field. 5. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers/management. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-11): Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of in-depth employee relations concepts, principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements sufficient to provide a broad expertise in advising senior management and supervisors on a myriad of complex and frequently contentious issues. Knowledge of complex concepts, principles, practices, and case law regarding third party powers and procedures sufficient to research facts, legal precedents, and define legal and factual parameters/issues of cases; assist in the preparation, maintenance, and filing of necessary documents and files; and represent management before third parties in quasi-judicial boards and commissions. Knowledge of negotiation and persuasion techniques sufficient to explain and justify management's actions. OR EDUCATION: Must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Less than the full amount of specialized experience required but have more than 2 years of graduate level education with a major or subject area related to the position to be filled. Therefore, a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of established HR concepts, case law, principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements sufficient to research, analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions on conventional issues, problems, and situations and advise managers on appropriate responses for comprehensive military and/or civilian administrative personnel program issues. 2. Ability to conduct reviews, analyze and assess HR program operations to include identifying deficiencies, measuring compliance, consistency, effectiveness, and making recommendations for enhancements and improvements. 3. Knowledge of the policies and procedures concerning agency awards and recognition programs. 4. Knowledge of established federal HR laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and concepts governing HR functions. 5. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to establish/maintain effective and positive working relationships. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE (GS-12): Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of in-depth employee relations concepts, principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements sufficient to provide a broad expertise in advising senior management and supervisors on a myriad of complex and frequently contentious issues. Knowledge of complex concepts, principles, practices, and case law regarding third party powers and procedures sufficient to research facts, legal precedents, and define legal and factual parameters/issues of cases; assist in the preparation, maintenance, and filing of necessary documents and files; and represent management before third parties in quasi-judicial boards and commissions. Knowledge of negotiation and persuasion techniques sufficient to explain and justify management's actions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. In-depth knowledge of a wide range of employee relations concepts, case law, principles, practices, and regulatory requirements sufficient to perform detailed analyses; draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations; and advise senior managers regarding corrective techniques in response to a wide range of conduct and performance problems. 2. Knowledge and understanding of complex Federal HR management functions, theories, and techniques; and the basic relationships of the various HR disciplines. 3. Knowledge of in-depth legal research methods, information-gathering techniques, and analytical techniques sufficient to locate, interpret, and analyze for applicability and appropriateness, precedent and substantive decisions, and/or legal opinions that various courts and administrative bodies have rendered. 4. Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques sufficient to interact in highly charged, emotional situations which arise due to delicate or highly contested case matters and determinations. 5. Skill in gathering facts and using effective, analytical, and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions. 6. Ability to communicate with others, both orally and in writing, sufficient to formulate and present arguments and advisory opinions and prepare case documents. Continued in Education Section.

How to Apply: The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/20/2025 To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12833099 To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp. Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here. For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume. 2. A complete Application Questionnaire 3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. 4. Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Application Deadline: 2025-11-20