HR Specialist: Government Support & Compliance

Cherokee Federal; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

FSA/HSA

Professional development

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support the US Space Force Delta 6 contract, ensuring compliance with labor laws and fostering a positive work environment.

The role involves processing personnel actions, preparing hiring documents, tracking RPAs, and supporting AFPC workflows under government direction. Strong organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5–7 years of professional HR experience.
• Familiar with Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel actions (RPAs) up to 50 per year with weekly status.
• Prepare hiring action documentation for government review and approval.
• Monitor position control roster and coordinate with CPO contacts.
• Track time-to-complete RPAs with Civilian Personnel Offices and AFPC.
• Support classification actions in MyPers system.
• Develop solutions to identified process limitations.
• Analyze workload data to justify resource requirements.
• Assist with manpower standards reviews and inputs.
• Provide support for HR functions as directed by government; not authorized to approve hiring.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support the US Space Force Delta 6 contract, ensuring compliance with labor laws and fostering a positive work environment.

The role involves processing personnel actions, preparing hiring documents, tracking RPAs, and supporting AFPC workflows under government direction. Strong organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.