Job Details

Human Resources Assistant (NAF/Developmental) NF-02/03

Position could be located at any of the locations listed, as vacancies occur. Incentives and bonuses are not available.

Salary range: NF-02 $36,409 per year ($17.45 PH) to $50,925 per year and NF-03 $40,736 to $69,860 per year.

Open and closing dates: 01/02/2026 to 03/31/2026.

Locations: Many vacancies in Fort Greely, AK; Fort Wainwright, AK; Anniston Army Depot, AL; and Fort Rucker, AL.

This job is open to U.S. citizens and non-U.S. nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of federal affiliation.

Duties

Performs a wide variety of technical support, focused primarily in the areas of recruitment and staffing.

• Extends job offers, conducts pre-employment screenings and assists selectees during pre-employment processes.
• Uses automated systems to track requests for personnel actions and continually updates status of assigned personnel actions.
• Coordinates entrance on duty dates once pre-employment requirements are met, prepares new hire paperwork and provides new employee orientation briefings.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Direct deposit and social security card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Must complete CHRA NAF Career Path I within 18 months of position placement.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following:

NF-02 (Developmental) Possess six (6) months of progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, which demonstrates the ability to accomplish various human resources tasks and utilize human resource information systems. The experience and ability listed above must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position.

NF-03 1. Possess six (6) months of work experience in a human resources profession which demonstrates the capability to perform a variety of recruitment and staffing. 2. Possess experience utilizing an automated recruitment and staffing system (i.e. USA Staffing, Avue, Resumix, PeopleSoft, etc.) 3. Possess prior experience using Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 4. Ability to work with a variety of human resources information systems. The experience and ability listed above must be reflected on your resume to be considered eligible for this position.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Applicants will possess prior work experience in a NAF Human Resources Office in a recruitment and placement capacity.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This job is open to candidates who reside within local commuting area (50 miles) of any of the listed locations. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual application option: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) on 03/31/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.

Payment of permanent change of station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

COLA eligibility: NF-03 positions are eligible for cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Positions must be located in Alaska, Hawaii, or Puerto Rico. COLA eligibility and rates are subject to change without notice. COLA payments are in addition to advertised basic pay. Current COLA percentages: Fairbanks, Alaska 1.49%, Honolulu, Hawaii 8.64% and Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico 2.49%.

Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an enhanced driver's license (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See for details.

Your application may be considered for multiple opportunities after you apply, your application remains valid for 90 and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit:

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application matters: how we will review it. We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

• Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
• If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.

Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding eligibilities: what you can claim when applying. When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position. Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:

• NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
• NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
• NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
• NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)

Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.