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Posted: March 26, 2026 (0 days ago)

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HR SPEC (MIL)

Army National Guard Units

Department of the Army

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Salary

$62,297 - $80,991

per year

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April 9, 2026More Army jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves advising military commanders and staff on human resources matters for Army National Guard units, such as personnel processing, policy interpretation, and program oversight.

It requires hands-on expertise in managing military HR programs to ensure accurate and timely support for soldiers and units.

A good fit would be someone with military experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly in a team setting.

Key Requirements

  • Military grades E-1 through E-6 and compatible assignment 42A
  • At least 1 year of specialized experience in military human resources management principles and practices
  • Knowledge of applicable regulations and organizational structure of the Army National Guard (ARNG)
  • Ability to analyze problems, gather data, and provide technical guidance on HR issues
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for advising commanders and staff
  • Familiarity with DoD, U.S. Army HR programs and business competencies
  • Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum required if selected for a new position within the last 36 months

Full Job Description

THIS IS AN INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is part of the IN JFHQ IN J1, Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D1105000.

If you would like the complete list of duties, please contact the POC of this announcement.

MILITARY GRADES: E-1 through E-6 COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: 42A GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education or training which involves ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least 1 year experience, knowledge of, and skill in applying, fundamental military human resource management principles and practices; and standardized analytical and evaluative methods and techniques in order to provide technical expertise and guidance as well as management advisory services to resolve factual and procedural issues within the particular area of assignment.

In-depth knowledge of applicable regulations relating to the field of military human resources management and the area of assignment.

Knowledge of the organizational structure and requirements of the ARNG for that state suitable to provide advice to commanders, unit administrators, and military members concerning the area of program specialty.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with individuals, supervisors, and management.

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.

PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AS THE FOLLOWING HAS CHANGED Indiana National Guard (INNG) Federal Technicians will wait 36 months after being selected for a new position before applying for another position within the INNG.

If you meet the requirements listed below, you will need to submit a signed Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum with your application to be considered for the position.

If you have questions about applicability, send an email explaining your situation to the HRO Staffing inbox listed below.

If you are a Tenure 0 Temporary employee (your position has a not-to-exceed date), you do not need an ETP memo.

If you became a new employee through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo.

If you received a promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo.

If you require an ETP memorandum, you can download the template here: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/NGIN-J1HR/SitePages/Technician-Staffing.aspx The memorandum will be written by you, the employee, and signed by your supervisory chain up to the Director level.

Directors and Supervisors will submit the signed memorandum for final review to the HRO Staffing inbox: ng.in.inarng.mbx.hro-staffing-section@army.mil The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is the final approval for all ETP waivers.

If approved, the memorandum will be returned to you and then submitted with your application. Major Duties:

  • Serves as an advisor to commanders on assigned unit human resources (HR) program. Interprets policy and provides procedural guidance to commanders, supervisors, staff members and individual military members.
  • Responsible for and oversees the direction of the EPM or OPM program and functions as the technical expert.
  • Responsible for and oversees the direction of the SIDPERS program and functions as the technical expert. Responsible for and ensures the timely and accurate processing of submitted military personnel actions. E
  • Responsible for and oversees the direction of the Personnel Services Section and functions as the technical expert.
  • Accomplishes and oversees the accomplishment of technical support work in the program area assigned with the assistance of subordinate employees which may be Active Guard Reserve (AGR), full time Technician, or civilian.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/27/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: IN-12922807-AR-26-031