Human Resource Specialist Support

Job Title: Human Resource Specialist

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

FLSA Status: Exempt

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens and must provide documentation.

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Specialist will provide support for Human Resources function at the direction of our US Space Force Delta 6 customer. The Human Resources Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations, promoting employee engagement, and fostering a positive work environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary for Human Resource Specialist: $110,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security

• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage

• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Professional development, training, and certification support

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Aiding the government in submitting request for personnel actions (RPA), up to 50 requests annually and provide weekly status of all RPA submission

• Preparing hiring action documentations for review and approval by the government

• Completing monthly reviews of position control roster including coordinating with civilian personnel office (CPO) points of contact for requirements updates and sending the PRCs to all liaisons monthly

• Tracking metrics for time to complete RPAs through supporting Civilian Personnel Offices and through completion at Air Force Personnel Center

• Assisting the government in submitting classification actions in MyPers system

• Assisting the government in developing innovative solutions to identified process and work limitations

• Aiding the government in collecting and analyzing pertinent organizational workload data and information to quantify and justify resource requirement

• Helping the government develops statistical and narrative data to justify any changes and recommendations for personnel

• Supporting the government with reviews of applicability and completeness of Air Force/Space Force manpower standards

• Reviewing and validating inputs involving complex work processes or broad application to manpower requirements packages, manpower estimate reports, and support agreements

• Supporting reviews and validates inputs up 10 times annually in accordance with AFI 38-101 Manpower and Organization

• For all tasks supported the candidate will not be making Human Resources decisions on behalf of the government. The candidate will provide support for Human Resource functions at the direction of the government and is not authorized to approve or sign documentation related to hiring actions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.

• 5-7 years of professional HR experience.

• Familiar with and previous experience with entity Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC)

• AcqDemo experience

Excellent organizational, interpersonal and judgment skills:

• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint, Outlook).

• Candidates will be subject to a US Federal Government background investigation and must favorably pass a drug screen.

• Full-time on-site.

• Must be a US Citizen.

• This position requires an active Secret clearance.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Businesses Corp - CFED, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Pursuant to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the estimated annual salary for this position is $110,000. Actual compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email hidden].

This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.