Summary

This position is located at Departmental Offices,Management CFO - DAS Human Resources and CHCO. As a/an Human Resources Specialist (Compensation & Benefits), you will be you will be providing leadership in developing, directing, and evaluating DO human resources policies and programs.

Duties

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As a Human Resources Specialist (Compensation & Benefits), you will:

• Provide leadership and technical expertise in the development, update, and administration of Treasury's compensation and employee benefits programs. Provide expert advice to senior management on pay setting, pay determination, and benefits management, and conducts policy and project development studies. Studies involve benchmarking other agencies (FIRREA and non-FIRREA) and recommending program improvements or the deployment of new initiatives.
• Serve as the principle benefits specialist, performing a variety of benefits administration and management functions, and serve as the COR for agency sponsored Employee Assistance Program and non-title 5 benefits such as vision, dental, and 401K. Provide guidance and training to managers and employees on all aspects of benefits programs including: retirement, open enrollment, and changes to benefits plans and plan provider issues.
• Determine the need for and takes the lead in preparing DO policy and appropriate issuances, operating guidance, employee communications, training materials, marketing strategy, etc. in connection with assigned program areas and or projects. Keep abreast of all new and revised statutes and policies as determined by changes to USC, 5 CFR, Executive Orders, and public laws related to HR, particularly those related to benefits and compensation administration.
• As the point of contact for the OFR compensation program, analyze and recommend program improvements for pay design and structure, implementation, and administration that include full consideration of sound pay practices.
• Identify short and long-term program needs. Develop compensation models for project merit pay matrixes and overall costs for merit cycles. Coordinate implementation activities with DO's human resources servicing agent, i.e., ARC. Provide expert advice and consultation to DO senior management staff and other Human Resources staff policy and project issues. Interpret policies, and as necessary, revises and clarifies issuances. Prepare briefing materials and participates in conducting briefings for senior staff on various human capital initiatives.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Key Requirements:

• Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.
• Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
• All new hires will be required to comply with federal ethics laws. A review of financial or other interests may be conducted to determine if they create any real or apparent conflict of interests with official Treasury duties.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
• File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
• Undergo an income tax verification
• Please refer to the "Additional Information" section for additional Conditions of Employment.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized Experience for the GS-14 level: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.Specialized experience includes:

- Experience with the concepts, principles, practices, laws, or regulations of a wide range of compensation programs (i.e., premium pay; multiple pay systems, etc.) ; and employee benefit (i.e., Thrift Savings Plan, retirement; etc.) ); AND

-Performing analysis on business processes to develop reports, recommend program improvements, develop and conduct training.

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resumé.

TIME-IN-GRADE: In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:

For the GS-14, you must have been at the GS-13 level for 52 weeks.

TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
• This is a non-bargaining unit position.
• Relocation expenses will not be paid.
• We may offer opportunities for telework.
• We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
• This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).
• Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: USAJOBS Help Center - Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:

• Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
• Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
• Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
• A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
• A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.
• Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits

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.

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.