HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION)
U.S. Marine Corps
Posted: February 23, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Air National Guard Units
Department of the Air Force
Location
Salary
$101,206 - $131,571
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $62,107 - $80,737
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-10. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 years graduate study.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This role involves managing military personnel programs for the Air National Guard in Alaska, such as handling enlistments, promotions, assignments, and awards to keep the force ready and compliant with policies.
It also includes advising leaders on personnel matters and coordinating with national agencies during emergencies.
A good fit would be someone with military HR experience who enjoys strategic planning and working in a team-oriented, high-stakes environment.
Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - All current on-board AKNG T5 Competitive or Excepted Service Employees.
PDCN: T6383000 MPCN: 3400761005 Selecting Supervisor: Richard A.
Welch SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE - Must have at least 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-11.
Specialized experience that demonstrates the competencies (skills, knowledge, abilities, and behaviors) necessary for performing the duties of the position includes: Knowledge of, and skill in applying, practices and procedures involved in reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing officer/enlisted billet authorizations and assignments sufficient to: - Make officer/enlisted assignment recommendations based on officer/enlisted record briefs, authorizations, and mission priorities; ensure qualitative and quantitative distribution of officer/enlisted billets; conduct reviews of functions to determine manpower requirements; and - Serve as a consultant to the facility commander on the determinations of ratings and military occupation codes.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification.
The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position.
Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed.
Your record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. Major Duties:
Develops and ensures compliance with state-level military personnel programs, publications, policies, and procedures.
May serve as the State's liaison to NGB in the absence of the DOSA for force support matters, providing policy input and engaging external agencies to advocate and negotiate on the State's behalf.
Provides state level coordination, oversight, guidance and execution of all military personnel programs, including but not limited to: enlistments; appointments; officer accessions; officer and enlisted performance briefs; promotions; demotions; Lieutenant Colonel Authorization Program (LCAP ); officer and enlisted selective retention; discharges; withdrawal of federal recognition boards; separations; all state leadership delegation of authority assignments; Officer Grade Determinations; entry and in-service Religious Accommodation requests; military records; officer and enlisted development opportunities; retention; incentives; disability evaluation system and line of duty; National Guard Bureau (NGB) or Headquarters Air Force (HAF) exceptions to policies; and NGB or HAF level professional military education submissions.
Advises on Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) activities and Domestic Operations (DOMOPS), ensuring personnel readiness and effective coordination with civil authorities during emergencies and operational contingencies.
Manages and executes the federal, state, NGB and HAF awards programs for awards, decorations, special recognition and other retention enhancement efforts.
Develops and implements state award program policy in concert with the state Army National Guard G1. Reviews subordinate unit military awards recommendations and forwards them to approving authorities.
Monitors and executes state-level responsibilities for military assignments, reassignments and classification actions.
Monitors manning, manpower authorizations, organizational changes; and initiates and/or reviews all manpower change requests for final submission to NGB.
Maintains frequent contact with military leaders, civilian supervisors, NGB, Air National Guard Readiness Center (ANGRC), Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC), Air Reserve Personnel Center (ARPC), and other appropriate agencies through formal and informal methods.
Prepares briefings, bullet background papers and data analysis for senior leadership and represents force support matters to Federal and State Congressional leadership and staffs as needed.
Works with state Army National Guard and NGB on joint programs to include but not limited to Joint Duty Assignment Lists, Joint Officer Management Bench programs, Experience-Based Joint Duty Assignment Self-Nominations, and state joint staff personnel management.
Develops and executes the State Force Management Plan based on the Unit Manning Document.
Ensures personnel have optimal career progression and promotion opportunities while minimizing excess or over-grade statuses to maintain effective manning.
Provides leadership in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving personnel processes and procedures. Coordinates with NGB to identify and expand best practices across the Air National Guard.
Reviews and approves reports, personnel actions, and program execution by subordinates to ensure alignment with State policies and objectives.
Serves as the assistant to the DOSA and ensures continuity of operations in their absence. Assists in investigations and may represent the department in Congressional and other high-level inquiries.
Drafts official replies to Congressional inquiries and addresses complaints or inquiries from state ANG members or the State Inspector General regarding personnel program issues.
Conducts research on complex personnel and administrative matters, providing technical data, background material, and recommendations for solutions and courses of action.
Serves as the primary point of contact for protocol functions related to personnel matters, ensuring proper coordination of visits, ceremonies, and events involving dignitaries, senior officials, and other high-profile guests.
Plans and executes protocol activities, including the development of detailed itineraries, coordination of logistical support, and preparation of briefing materials.
Advises the DOSA on matters of protocol as they pertain to personnel programs, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with established guidelines and reflect positively on the organization.
Leads and executes statewide personnel management initiatives aligned with A1 Transformations and modernization efforts.
Collaborates with State Headquarters and wings to implement new personnel systems and policies, ensuring smooth transitions to updated technologies and processes.
Stays informed on advancements to integrate innovative solutions that enhance HR efficiency and effectiveness across the State. Performs other duties as assigned.
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