Supervisory HR Specialist

Summary

This position is assigned to the Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch (N9H); Commander, Navy Installations Command; Millington, TN. Incumbent serves as a Supervisory HR Specialist, supporting one or more Navy-wide Fleet and Family Readiness Programs (N9). Responsibilities include recruitment and placement, performance management, classification, policy guidance and policy adherence.

Duties

• In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience. Duties include but are not limited to: Serves as an HR technical expert, troubleshooter, and Subject Matter Expert providing program assistance, advisory, and consultation services to management and program officials on complex, interrelated issues and programs with substantial scope and impact to program operations. Performs all required recruiting duties including complex position analysis to determine position and skill requirements, recruiting resources, areas of consideration, and short/long-term needs. Develops and executes recruiting plans and strategies in support of organizational staffing objectives to deliver suitable job candidates. Develops and tracks goals for the recruiting and hiring process. Evaluates and monitors extensive recruitment data and trends for CNIC using automated talent acquisition platforms and other data sources. Assists with management of CNIC's talent acquisition recruitment platform, providing technical advice on platform administration throughout the enterprise. Provides technical SME support and troubleshooting to users on system workflows; coordinates with the Recruitment & Placement/Classification Section Head to resolve complex system requirements, issues, and updates as required. Provides administrative and supervision (including hiring, discipline, evaluation, and training) for the segment of the NAF HR team, NF-0201-04 that falls under area of responsibility. Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities. Ensures staff receive proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Five years of progressively responsible specialized experience from working directly in a human resources role including expert-level work in recruitment/staffing, performance management, policy advisory, and use of automated HR data systems. Expert knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of HR theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments. Expert knowledge of a wide range of HR theories, concepts, and practices to serve as a technical expert and SME; develops innovative solutions for complex, interrelated issues with substantial program impact. Comprehensive knowledge of FFR functions, organizations, policies, resources, and analytical/evaluative processes. Knowledge of research methodology, information retrieval, and data organization for analysis, decision-making, and formulating recommendations. Knowledge of DoD and U.S. Navy organization, structure, and policy framework, including CNIC organizational structure and missions of serviced organizations. Knowledge of HR laws and policies (OPM, DoD, DON, CNIC, federal government) related to staffing, recruiting, performance management, and position classification. Skill in establishing measurable goals and performance metrics for recruiting and hiring processes; tracks progress using data-driven methods and automated talent acquisition platforms. Skill in HR Information Systems (e.g., SAPHR, Defense Civilian Personnel Data System) and talent acquisition platforms (including OPM and LinkedIn systems); provides technical SME support, troubleshooting, and user administration. Skill in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to analyze data, prepare reports, and deliver presentations. Skill in recruiting strategy development including complex position analysis, determining skill requirements, areas of consideration, and short/long-term needs; executes recruiting plans to deliver suitable candidates. Skill in improving organizational attractiveness by recommending new policies, monitoring job offers and compensation, and leveraging networking channels (industry contacts, associations, social media, college recruiting). Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, technically sound reports; harnesses recruitment data to drive senior leader decision-making and resource determinations. Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations or training on HR and recruiting topics to diverse audiences. Ability to manage end-to-end projects (HR initiatives, recruiting plans, system implementations) including planning, resource coordination, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and compliance; adjusts project direction in response to shifting organizational needs while maintaining focus and quality. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including effective interpersonal communication and leadership skills to facilitate a collaborative, cohesive team. Ability to recognize the distinction between routine and high-level assignments; exercises independent judgement on operational tasks while seeking supervisor approval for precedent-setting, controversial, or high-impact matters. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with HR and non-HR staff, management, senior leaders, and external partners. Ability to interpret and apply OPM classification guidelines to assist managers in developing position descriptions and determining title, series, and grade. Ability to identify position and skill requirements to create crediting plans for applicant qualification processes. Ability to analyze resource requirements, identify key positions/competencies, and develop training plans or developmental assignments for management development programs. Ability to determine information needs and secure or develop data to ensure activities align with current business practices.

How You Will Be Evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume: limited to two pages, must use Times New Roman font no smaller than 10-point with margins no less than one inch on all sides; please review this link guide on how to write a federal resume - Resume Requirements If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

How To Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/07/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13022314 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

Security Clearance

Secret

Other Information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes. Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.