Human Resources Specialist

**Duties**:
As a Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits), you will work through appropriate channels with the DOL, Civilian Personnel Management Service (CPMS) Injury and Unemployment Compensation Division, and supervisors to determine that payment of legitimate claims is made, fraud is reported, and questionable claims are reviewed. Research and present any questionable cases to DOL for further action. Provide information and assistance to claimants and supervisors concerning processing procedures. Track claim status and follow-up requirements, monitor, and coordinate eligibility for continuation of pay for eligible claimants. Provide counseling to employees and supervisors on matters relating to workers' compensation, such as determination on job reassignments, light duty, options regarding leave for time off the job, and potential compensation. Obtain facts to reconcile apparent conflicts regarding payment of benefits, medical bills, etc. Research, write, and compose draft local instructions, directives, and reporting requirements for the FECA Program. Work with rehabilitation counselors and field nurses on return to duty under the Nurse Intervention Program. Utilize the Injury Compensation/ Unemployment Compensation (IC/UC) computer system to make inquiries and monitor claim status. Analyze claims to determine appropriateness of payment. Responsible for processing and maintaining the various IC claims forms and providing additional information as required in the completion/ submission of such forms. May initiate appeals of unwarranted claims and attends the IC appeals hearings. Maintain automated data system and produces required reports. Develop, modify, and conduct FECA and Workers Compensation training to supervisors, managers, and conducts briefing for technicians. Perform other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:
**Conditions of Employment**:

- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for this NG Title 5 excepted service position.

**Qualifications**:
**APPOINTMENT STATUS**:EXCEPTED
- This is a Title 5 Excepted Service position in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
- **AREA OF CONSIDERATION**:
Non-Bargaining Position
- AOC A: NG Employees working at the location specified.
- AOC B: NG Employees of the Pennsylvania National Guard.
- AOC C: Open to the public.
- Supervisor for this position is Ms. Julie Campbell
- **NOTE**: Accessioning into this position is contingent upon **verification of **_Tier 1 _**Security Clearance.**

**GENERAL EXPERIENCE**: Experiences gained through civilian and/or military technical training schools within the human resources business programs are included as general experience qualifications. Must have a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade.
- **SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE**:Application must indicate at least24 moths experience in executing personnel programs and Human Resources Information Systems, as applicable to the specific position and its position description. Do you have knowledge and understanding of the personnel and manpower core competencies: Organization Structure; Requirements Determination; Program Allocation and Control; and Performance Improvement. Do you have a working knowledge of organizational structures; manpower standards; manpower resources; manpower data systems; or commercial services to include strategic sourcing. Are you experienced in performing personnel program requirements that involve advising supervisors and managers; and, experienced in completing accession planning and processing; classification and position management; and civilian promotions.- **PCS STATEMENT**: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS **WILL NOT** BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION- ???????**Education**:
There is no educational substitute for this position

**Additional information**:
If you are a male applicant who was 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 be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
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