Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (HRD-DAD)

Summary

This position is located in the Human Resources Division, Arlington, VA. The selectee of this position serves as a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (HRD-DAD). You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the USMS Human Resources programs; Office of Employee and Labor Relations, Office of Compensation, Benefits, and Processing, Office of Administrative Staffing, Classification, and Audits, Office of Law Enforcement Programs; and Office of Health Administration.

Duties

• As a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (HRD-DAD) at the GS-0201-15 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as a primary Human Resources Management advisor to the Assistant Director, Human Resources Division. Primary Human Resources point of contact with the Department of Justice (DOJ), Justice Management Division (JMD). Participates in Human Resources budget preparation, review, and defense. Formulates policies and prescribes rules, regulations, and procedures governing the execution of Human Resources requirements. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-0201-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: Specialized Experience: Must have one year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level in the federal service performing the following duties: 1. Directing, managing, or providing high-level oversight across multiple human resources functional areas (such as employee/labor relations, classification, staffing, compensation, or benefits); 2. Developing, implementing, and defending strategic HR policies, long-range program plans, and operational procedures consistent with statutory and regulatory requirements; 3. Leading or supervising subordinate supervisors, managers, or senior professional HR staff in the execution of mission-critical human capital programs; and 4. Advising and negotiating with executive-level leadership and key stakeholders to influence decisions on complex human capital policies, resource allocations, and organizational strategies. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Appointment under Schedule Policy/Career authority: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be serving in a position in Schedule Policy/Career of the Excepted service. You will obtain competitive status after two years of service in this position [if applicable]. Your employment in this position will be at-will. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) appeals of adverse actions concerning performance, discipline, and other matters arising under chapters 23, 43, and 75 of title 5, United States Code will not be available to an individual serving in this position. Prohibitions on prohibited personnel practices will be enforced by the Office of General Counsel and not the Office of Special Counsel.

Requirements

Must complete an initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s). Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening. This position is a Testing Designated Position and is subject to random drug testing. May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period. May be required to successfully complete a supervisory probationary period. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be appointed under Schedule Policy/Career Excepted Service Hiring authority.

Education

Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience at the GS-15 grade level.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: Click the Apply Online button. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date. If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link. Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused. For more general information, system requirements, reasonable accommodation information, and to request assistance regarding the USA Hire Assessments, review the following resources: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=USA_Hire_Assessments. To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.