HR Technician

Cherokee Federal; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal, seeks an HR Technician - Mid to support USSOCOM. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with potential for a Counterintelligence polygraph. Government public trust and documentation are emphasized, with extensive personnel management responsibilities.

The position covers benefits guidance, onboarding, compliance, and HR process execution for the unit, including ceremonies, awards, and records management.

Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI with ability to obtain Counterintelligence polygraph.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in Human Resources.
• 2 of the last 12 years supporting USSOCOM at O-6 or higher.
• Effective interpersonal communications to present reports to senior military officials.
• Experience managing Defense Travel System (DTS).
• Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on administrative aspects of personnel management.
• Develop SOPs and Policies.
• Prepare briefings for command leadership.
• Process and manage all personnel actions (promotions, transfers, leaves, separations, reassignments).
• Coordinate with SOCOM J1 on personnel actions and awards.
• Oversee awards and decorations program; prepare certificates and orders.
• Manage the unit's performance evaluation system and suspense dates.
• Maintain personnel readiness and strength reports for the commander.
• Casualty reporting and survivor assistance procedures.
• Draft, proofread, and process official correspondence for signature.
• Publish official orders, directives, and announcements.
• Serve as records manager for the unit.
• Plan ceremonies and write scripts for events.
• Advise on military protocol for official functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

DTS experience

Pre-employment qualifications

Education

Master's degree in HR

Bachelor's degree + 5 years senior exp

Tools

DTS

TS/SCI clearance

Job description

HR Technician - Mid

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph to be considered.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a HR Technician to support USSOCOM. The HR Technician delivers comprehensive HR services, including benefits guidance, leave policy administration, awards processing, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance with civilian and military regulations. The responsibilities of the HR Technician include personnel records management, regulatory compliance, administrative support, leadership briefings, and program improvement.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

HR Technician - Mid Responsibilities Include:

• Provide guidance on administrative aspects of personnel management
• Develop SOPs and Policies
• Prepare briefings for command leadership
• Process and manage all personnel actions for the unit, including promotions, transfers, leaves, separations, and reassignments.
• Coordinate with SOCOM J1 on all personnel actions and awards.
• Oversee the unit's awards and decorations program by processing recommendations, preparing certificates, and publishing official orders.
• Manage the unit's performance evaluation system, tracking suspense dates for reports and ensuring their timely and accurate submission.
• Maintain personnel readiness and strength reports for the commander, tracking all arrivals, departures, and duty statuses.
• Act as the unit's point of contact for casualty reporting and survivor assistance procedures.
• Draft, proofread, and process all official correspondence (memos, letters, policies) for the commander's signature, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Publish, post, and disseminate all official orders, directives, and announcements to the command.
• Serve as the records manager for the unit, responsible for the proper filing and maintenance of official documents.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct all official unit ceremonies, such as changes of command, activations, awards ceremonies, and retirements.
• Write and review the scripts, sequence of events, and talking points for all formal events.
• Serve as the unit's expert on military protocol, advising the commander and staff on proper etiquette for official functions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

HR Technician - Mid Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Current TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence polygraph
• Master's degree in Human Resources or equivalent or Bachelor's degree with an additional 5 years of related senior experience (total 17 years).
• Minimum 12 years of experience in Human Resources
• At least 2 of the last 12 years of experience providing support to USSOCOM at the O-6 or higher level command.
• Must have effective interpersonal communications skills to present complex reports to senior military officials.
• Experience in managing Defense Travel System (DTS) at various levels.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Strategic Edge (CSE) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSE, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords:

• SAHRMS
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• Human Resources
• DTS
• Defense Enterprise Resource Planning Systems

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