Summary

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Duties

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The position is located in the Human Resource Management Division (HRMD), Bureau of Prisons (BOP or Bureau). The mission of HRMD is to oversee the development, implementation, and administration of Human Resource (HR) policy and programs addressing the needs of Bureau employees across all areas of HR management.

The Branch Chief, Compensation & Benefits, serves as the Bureau's executive responsible for national program direction, governance, policy leadership, regulatory compliance, and enterprise integration of all compensation, pay administration, incentive programs, leave and payroll administration, and federal employee benefits programs.

Reporting directly to the SES Senior Deputy Assistant Director for Human Capital Operations, the Branch Chief functions with wide latitude in determining national priorities, shaping policy direction, integrating cross-functional initiatives, and representing the Bureau in interagency forums concerning federal compensation, payroll, leave administration, and employee benefits.

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Conditions of employment

Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:

1. Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
2. Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and
3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility:
   
   • A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter),
   • Most recent performance appraisal, and
   • Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location.
   • See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information.

Key Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• See Special Conditions of Employment Section.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:

Education:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Experience:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.

Some examples of this qualifying experience are:

• Led nationwide compensation, benefits, payroll, and incentive programs, ensuring they followed federal laws, OPM rules, and DOJ policies.
• Managed pay-setting operations, including special salary rates, SCD determinations, pay statutes, and pay accuracy reviews across all Bureau locations.
• Directed Bureau-wide administration of federal benefits such as FEHB, FEGLI, FEDVIP, retirement guidance, military buybacks, and TSP support.
• Oversaw national awards and incentives programs, including recruitment/retention incentives, relocation incentives, superior qualifications appointments, and performance-based recognition.
• Guided national payroll and leave programs, including payroll audits, time and attendance systems, telework and compressed schedules, and compliance with federal leave rules.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

The representative rate for this position is $162,740 per annum ($77.98 per hour).

Special Conditions of Employment Section:

Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period.

The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.

The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application. You may be required to provide proof of residence.

Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.

Although competitive and non-competitive applications are being accepted, the selecting official may elect to have only one group reviewed.

This is a secondary law enforcement coverage position. Individuals that DO NOT have three years of law enforcement coverage gained in a primary law enforcement position by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, will not be eligible for this position.

Current Federal Law Enforcement Employees:

Completion of the mandatory courses "Introduction to Correctional Techniques (ICT) Phase I and Phase II" is a condition of employment for this secondary law enforcement position. Employees who have not yet completed ICT Phase I and II will be required to do so after entering the position. This requirement does not apply to non-law-enforcement positions.

Eligibility for secondary law enforcement coverage is determined in accordance with applicable regulations. Coverage may be attained through any qualifying federal law enforcement officer service that meets the definitions in 5 U.S.C. 8401(17) and satisfies the conditions in 5 CFR 842.803.

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. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/[redacted]5-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)

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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.

SALARY RANGE:

The salary range for this announcement reflects Kansas City-Overland Park-Kansas City, MO-KS GS-15/01 $150,359 to highest GL-15/10 Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DCMD-VA-WV-PA $197,200. See current pay scales for locality area for which you are applying at www.opm.gov and search pay tables.

DIVISION:

Human Resource Management Division, Compensation & Benefits Branch, Central Office, Washington, D.C.

DUTY LOCATIONS:

Central Office, Washington D.C.

HRSC, Grand Prairie, TX

FCI Leavenworth, KS

NOTE: Reimbursement is authorized for travel and transportation for this position.

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.