Summary IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is open to current on board Title 32 employees of the 185th ARW, Sioux City, Iowa Air National Guard LOCATION: 185th ARW, Sioux City, Iowa Responsibilities As a SUPV HR SPEC (MILITARY), GS-0201-12 your duties are below. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies, promotions, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO objectives. Develops, modifies, and/or interprets performance standards. Explains performance expectations to employees and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Holds employees responsible for satisfactory completion of work assignments. Appraises subordinate workers performance ensuring consistency and equity in rating techniques. Recommends awards when appropriate and approves within-grade increases. Hears and resolves employee complaints and refers serious unresolved complaints to higher level management. Initiates action to correct performance or conduct problems. Effects minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and reprimands and recommends action in more serious disciplinary matters. (35%) Manages, directs, and executes wide spectrum of force support operations (Personnel, Base Education & Training, Family Readiness, Installation Personnel Readiness, and Base Services) for wing customers which requires the development of policies and procedures unique to each command in an environment of constantly changing priorities and missions. Develops policies, coordinates, and performs all force support functions for organizations at all levels of serviced installations. Oversees the development and effective implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all areas of responsibility; and ensures that training needs are planned and implemented on a timely basis to meet constantly changing policy and procedures. Provides expert interpretation on regulatory and administrative guidelines in accordance with generally accepted principles relating to a wide spectrum support operation. Ensures readiness of personnel in support of contingencies, exercises, and wartime tasking. Focal point for all aspects of readiness, base deployment plans, Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP), and emergency action plans. (30%) Conducts analysis to determine the effectiveness of operations, compliance with established policies and procedures, reliability of transactions and validity of supporting documentation. Manages the review of a variety of policies, guidelines, data, documents, reports, processes and procedures to determine trends and data integrity. Identifies actual and potential problem areas and develops actions and tasking to improve operations, correct deficiencies and resolve all discrepancies, differences and problems posed by internal and external sources. Executes policy made at higher levels and provides policy, administrative and technical guidance. Coordinates and participates in the development and presentation of policy and execution training for customers and staff. Develops local policy and procedures for all human resources services within the Wing and coordinates with State Headquarters in the development of policy and programs for the state. Incorporates new ideas and methodologies and applies new and innovative practices as appropriate. Coordinates and advises on human resources actions impacting Airmen to Army National Guard and Joint Staffs at State Headquarters. (15%) Implements the organization's self-inspection program; reviews formal inspection reports, audits, complaints, and other reports to ensure adverse findings are addressed/corrected within the allotted time frame. Directs self-assessment activities of subordinate supervisors. Evaluates unit programs to ensure compliance and performs as the squadron focal point for major inspections. Directs the preparation, analysis, reconciliation, consolidation, and submission of all required reports within established deadlines to higher level management. Monitors the organization's internal metrics and other performance measurement indicators. Tracks customer satisfaction and takes appropriate actions to improve customer service when needed. (10%) Participates in formal and informal management planning, policy and decision-making sessions. Participates in conferences, workshops and other meetings with key personnel concerning Force Support matters involving the changing of mission requirements, new laws and/or directives. (10%) Performs other duties as assigned. D2697000 Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 02/13/2026 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS. Military Rank Requirements: ENLISTED MEMBERS (E-8 to E-9) Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience that demonstrates the 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 REQUIREMENTS: GS-0201-12: Must have experience in the following: 1-year specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Experience of an administrative nature, which involves the exercise of analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and personal responsibility, and application of a substantial body of knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices applicable to one or more fields of administration or management. Experience and ability to plan, direct, and administer force support programs for wing military personnel and associate units. Experience and knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of military human resources management and the ability to adapt these to meet mission requirements of the state. Experience with programs associated with Base Services such as lodging, fitness, food service programs, recreational and special morale and welfare, etc. Experience administering, delivering, maintaining, advising on, and adapting basic concepts, principles, and theories of military HR to the unique organizational, management, and mission requirements of military departments or organizations. Education Additional Information ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
