Summary

As a Director, CABS Center, you will serve as the Director,Commissions and Boards (CABS) Center, and provide technical expertise and comprehensive research for human resources management services to Presidential Boards, Commissions, and small government/quasi government agencies.

Location of position: Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM), Washington, D.C.

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.

Duties

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• Interfaces with the Office of the General Counsel, the Office of Government Ethics, the Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, Department of State, Government Accountability Office, and other offices on behalf of CABs clients, stakeholders and partners.
• Interfaces with legislative staff, the Executive Office of the president, and the Committee Management Secretariat regarding new legislation for new Commissions, Boards and small agencies. Interprets enabling and subsequent legislation impacting clients.
• Provides leadership, expert assistance and authoritative advice on interpretation of governing policy in designated all human resources areas. Researches the most sensitive, complex or otherwise controversial issues, utilizing all resources available. In those cases where existing agency policy does not cover the problem or issue under review, the incumbent consults references such as United States Code and the Code of Federal Regulations, Comptroller General and GAO audit decisions, and other legal precedents available; interprets these legal sources, and develops definitive policy recommendations based on extensive analysis. Findings and recommendations ensure that agency policy remains in conformance with ongoing governmental, Presidential and/or Congressional initiatives.
• Performs special assignments as directed, which may concern any phase of the CABS operation and which may require research in analyzing, appraising and evaluating operational plans and necessitate numerous contacts, clearances and arrangements with internal and external organizational entities with diversified missions. Organizes resources to carry out projects and takes necessary steps for implementation.
• Advises OHRM and CABS agencies on important matters relating to the management of large, complex projects that are highly sensitive, emotionally charged or otherwise have potential far-reaching implications. Implements decisions made by higher level agency management officials, oftentimes facilitating the work of other agency employees to accomplish desired objectives. Ensures that the decisions are reflected in legislative and policy proposals, in internal and external directives and subsequently, in organizational operating procedures.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with GSA business partners and client organizations. Ensures compliance with Federal laws and regulations and GSA regulations, policies, and procedures. Participates with other OHRM officials and leadership in the development of policies, procedures, plans, objectives, goals and programs of the organization, and for input into national policies, programs, objectives and goals.
• Attends staff meetings, OHRM leadership meetings and/or other conferences advising on recruitment/staffing matters, furnishing technical advice, and implementing processes. The incumbent facilitates long range recruitment and staffing missions and organizational plans/changes and/or updates. Keeps the supervisor informed of major phases of HR policy, regulatory requirements, and related administrative tools/practices.
• Understands the clients' business needs and assists in the creation and application of recruitment/staffing solutions. Advises and assists clients on all human resource management issues related to recruitment/staffing. Collaborates with other GSA HR personnel regarding the enhancement and maintenance of a recruitment/staffing program designed to maintain the high competence and character of the Federal civil service and its reputation for integrity, continuity, nonpartisanship, equality of opportunity, merit and responsiveness to the public good.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
• Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

• Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
• Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required.
• Participate in the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), which includes attending meetings and planning activities; and carrying out mission-critical work at a designated location other than your primary work site (which may be outside of your commuting area).

Qualifications

To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information:

• Name, address, telephone number, email address;
• Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade);
• Relevant work experience-should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement.
• Education, certifications or licensures-If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts.

Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible.

If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.

The GS-14 salary range starts at $143,913 per year.

To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service.

Specialized experience is experience providing technical expertise, research, and advisory services for a full range of human resources functions to Presidential Boards, Commissions, and small or quasi-government agencies on positions that are highly unique in nature (i.e. unusual occupational series, positions outside the General Schedule pay system, and high visibility to congressional offices, with many being established by specific Statutes or Public Laws.).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.

If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.

Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.

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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.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

You will have access to many benefits including:

• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.