HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY)

Air National Guard Units

Springfield (OH)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Ohio seeks a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) to lead a small team and manage personnel programs. Responsibilities include coordinating personnel actions, maintaining records, and ensuring policy compliance within the unit.

The role emphasizes training, evaluation, and support for commanders, with focus on AF personnel programs and deployment readiness. Secret clearance required; telework eligibility noted.

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher or 2 years of graduate study with transcripts.
Experience with military personnel policies and AF programs.
Supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates personnel management activities and serves as SME on policies.
Provides guidance and training to HR staff and manages records.
Oversees unit deployment readiness and personnel programs.
Acts as primary contact for unit military personnel matters.

Skills

Military personnel management

Supervisory experience

HR policies & regulations

Training & mentoring

Education

Master's degree or higher (education substitution)

Job description

This National Guard position is for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY), Position Description Number D3020000 and is part of the 178 FSS, Ohio Air National Guard. This position, located in an ANG Wing Force Support Squadron, directs a small team consisting of 2-4 subordinate Full-time CSS personnel supporting Commander's Support Staff (CSS) and Orderly Room (CCQ) operations at the Group level.

Key Responsibilities

As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY), GS-0201-9, you will perform the following duties: 1. Coordinates Personnel Management Activities (30%) Serves as a technical and subject matter expert on military personnel management policies, procedures, and regulations.

Provides guidance and training to lower graded HR Specialists on various personnel actions, including promotions, reassignments, evaluations, and awards, to ensure alignment with mission requirements and organizational goals. Creates, reviews and develops performance standards, assists in setting expectations, and provides feedback on work quality, performance and progress for subordinate administrative personnel.

Prepares, awards, and disciplinary documentation for supervisory review and action as required. Identifies developmental needs and coordinates training to improve staff proficiency. Assists in managing leave schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.

Identifies and refers complex military and civilian personnel issues to supervisor and works closely with Force Support Squadron, State Human Resources Office, and other supporting organizations, as needed, to find resolutions to issues. 2. Human Resources and Administrative Support Functions (30%) Coordinates human resources and administrative support for military personnel within the unit.

Serves as primary contact for unit level military personnel matters, assisting supervisors and commanders with policies and programs. Collects, analyzes, and compiles personnel data for reports and briefings. Collaborates with Force Support Squadron and other agencies to resolve personnel issues and implement policy changes. Maintains accuracy and integrity of personnel electronic records and data systems.

Supports workflow and task assignments among personnel specialists to ensure timely completion of work. Ensures quality control of personnel documentation and supports personnel accountability programs, including Air Force Personnel Accountability and Assessment System (AFPAAS). 3. Specialized Functional Areas and Program Management (30%) Serves as lead for two or more specialized functional areas supporting unit operations, ensuring compliance with Air Force policies.

Key areas include: Administration: Oversees preparation and publication of personnel documents and orders using automated systems. Provides training and guidance on Defense Travel System (DTS) administration, including profile management, report generation, and finance process support. Supports official mail operations and government purchase card activities of the assigned organization.

Personnel: Administers and manages personnel records, evaluations, awards, promotions, leave programs, and official correspondence. Provides expert advice on military personnel programs, including policy interpretation and procedural guidance. Maintains personnel electronic records ensuring compliance with Air Force directives. Provides customer assistance, analyzes personnel data trends, and prepares reports to support leadership decision-making.

Unit Deployment Management: Oversees unit deployment readiness by maintaining deployment documentation, coordinating with Installation Deployment Officer (IDO), and monitoring unit status through Logistics and Personnel Management Software and systems. Ensures timely preparation and processing of deployment and redeployment actions and documentation to support unit member deployment and redeployment. Training: Plans and coordinates unit training program activity.

Advises and communicatees with unit commanders, Base Education and Training Management office, and unit training managers on training options, scheduling, and compliance with standards to ensure training requirements are met to maintain combat readiness.

Program and Special Duties Management: Administers, oversees, or assists with special programs including Government Purchase Card, Defense Travel System, Unit Drug Demand Reduction, Security, and Unit Recognition programs for regulatory compliance and to provide advisory support as needed. 4. Other duties as assigned. *The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description.

A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description PD#: (D3020000). https://acpol2.army.mil/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp

Requirements & Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: 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., if related If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $64021 – $83232/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-24.

Who is eligible to apply?