SummaryThis position is part of the International Development Finance Corporation, Office of Human Resources Management. As a HR Specialist (Recruitment and Placement) you will be responsible for you will be responsible for providing staffing advisory and consultative services to DFC hiring managers. .
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As an HR Specialist (Recruitment and Placement) you will for the following duties:
- Provides classification and staffing/placement services for the full range of grade levels and positions at the DFC involving complex organizations and highly technical occupations with unique requirements and unusual skill sets.
- Develops and evaluates position descriptions, including new positions, positions with new standards and positions in need of rewriting and classification.
- Performs job analysis, preparation of vacancy announcements, development of assessment tools, application reviews, rating, ranking and panel instruction, certification and auditing of actions, and preparation of job offers and letters to unsuccessful candidates.
- Conducts research of the U.S. Code, new legislation, the Code of Federal Regulations, OPM directives and guidance, Comptroller General Decisions, and a variety of other sources within and outside of government.
- Develops and presents human resources related training to supervisors, managers and employees.
- Ensures that customers understand the requirements, intent and operations of the program, and provides accurate and appropriate guidance and assistance to managers and employees.
- Conducts and coordinates all new employee orientation activities. Provides new hires instructions for completing personnel forms, provides detailed information concerning employee benefits and ensures forms are completed and forwarded to the assistants and HR Benefits Specialist, as appropriate, for accurate and timely processing. Keeps orientation materials current and reviews the process to ensure it is efficient and effective.
Please Note: This is not a Bargaining unit position.
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Conditions of employment- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
- Must submit resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
- Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
QualificationsStatus candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Applicants must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements no later than the closing date of this announcement.
TIME-IN-GRADE: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b).
You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirements: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience provide staffing advisory and consultative services and experience in all of the following:
- Preparing vacancy announcements, job analyses, and crediting plans; reviewing, rating and ranking applications; conducting panels; issuing certificates; corresponding with and responding to applicants; making job offers and assisting new hires with arrangements for entrance on duty; and
- Assisting hiring managers in developing strategic plans to research, evaluate and identify the best approaches and methods to reach targeted applicant groups and attract quality candidates to fill vacant positions
Note: Education is not substitutional at this grade level.
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.
This announcement may be used to fill similar positions, if additional vacancies occur.
EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional informationCareer Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and
3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
For more information: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements:
- Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
- Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
- Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
- Other Special Appointment Authorities
- OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/verify/).
Stipulations of Employment: Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.
Work Schedule: This position allows for a flexible work schedule.
Miscellaneous: DFC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized for this position.
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit https://www.dfc.gov/who-we-are/careers/fairchanceact for more information.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
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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.
BenefitsHelp
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.
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.
