HR SPECIALIST (PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT)

This position is located in the Human Resources Office (HRO). The purpose of this position is to perform work of at least 25% in at least two but no more than four specialization areas for a total of 100%. Duties are performed to either Army (ARNG) or Air National Guard (ANG) organizations and the full-time workforce within the State.

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Provides technical guidance and procedural assistance on performance management systems, the incentive awards and suggestion programs. Develops new or modified local procedures to improve the various programs effectiveness for managers and supervisor in support of the state goals. Reviews performance standards and appraisals for regulatory compliance and analyses for trends and problem issues such as disciplinary, impact on employee morale, supervisor/managers responsibilities and legal implications. Provides coaching and counseling to managers and supervisors on performance issues such as performance improvement plans, recognition techniques and feedback on establishment of critical elements and standards. Participates as strategic partner to resolve performance problems. Ensures employees and management's due process rights are understood and procedures are followed. Administers the Incentive Awards Program involving monetary and non-monetary recognition.

Performs other duties as assigned in the following areas: Employee Benefits, HR Development, Information Systems, Recruitment & Placement/Compensation, and Classification.

*A copy of the Position Descriptions with full list of duties can be obtained from HRO upon request.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May require travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• 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.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE -OR- EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must have one of the following:

A) 1-year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 level, that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Experience factors that encompass human resources program's business competencies, familiarity with the subject matter or processes used in human resources programs associated with DoW, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force. *(MUST address your experiences in detail on resume as they relate to these specialized experiences to be considered for this position, if using experience to qualify)

or

B) Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master's or equivalent graduate degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. *(Must provide copies of all relevant transcripts. Official transcripts may be required at a later date)



This job does not have an education qualification requirement.



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 ( ).