HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY) T32

Military Grades: PVT/E-1 to SGT/E-5 Compatible Military Assignments: Any Army MOS SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Specialized experience is experience that prepared the applicant to perform the duties of the position. The applicant's educational-degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience.

An applicant must demonstrate the specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities and behaviors) to qualify for a position identified by its position grade and career level. Specialized experience may include human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force, or similar human resources experience. [See DUTIES]

This position is located at the G1 with Joint Forces Headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. The purpose of this position is to serve as the final reviewer and procedural authority of personnel actions submitted to the MILPO by lower echelons. Work is to be performed in one or more of the following work areas: Casualty Operations/Survivor Outreach Services (SOS), Military Funeral Honors (MFH), Yellow Ribbon, and Domestic Violence Prevention and Suicide Prevention.

Serves as a final reviewer and/or processor of actions related to the Soldier Services Programs. Summarizes pertinent facts and issues; analyzes information; outlines options; and recommends appropriate action. Ensures that regulatory requirements related to the specific action are met. Identifies gaps or inconsistencies in records and initiates action or enquiries to obtain needed data. Supports activities within the deployment cycle.

Researches and obtains all necessary information regarding personnel actions and issues and provides explanations and interpretations of rules, regulations, procedures, and requirements pertaining to actions taken or recommended. Drafts or prepares related correspondence for appropriate signature and enters data in automated systems, as needed.

Collects and retrieves data from information sources, both manual and electronic, for use in answering questions, responding to correspondence, or preparing reports or briefings. Data may also be used to project budgetary requirements. Ensures completeness and proper forwarding of records. Provides advice, guidance, instruction, interpretations, and training to other personnel on actions in areas of expertise, as needed.

Serves as an additional point of contact, coordinator, and advisor for questions regarding Soldier Services Programs. Maintains files and libraries of Soldier Services Programs' materials including policies, procedures, and guidance from applicable agencies including, but not limited to, Department of Defense (DoD) and NGB. Coordinates with applicable agencies for assistance and support in the conduct of training in the assigned program(s). Performs other duties as assigned.