Human Resources Specialist

Defense Human Resources Activity

• $95K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in human resources or related field at a senior level
  • Demonstrated expertise in program management within Federal Civilian HR systems
  • Proven ability to lead complex HR studies or projects with agency-wide implications
  • Experience in designing and executing Federal HR policies and initiatives
  • Ability to present complex HR information clearly to executive leadership

Responsibilities

  • Advise DCPAS Technical Director and executive leadership on HR initiatives
  • Manage multiple high-visibility HR projects, adhering to rigorous timelines
  • Develop and review HR project plans and ensure quality outputs
  • Conduct policy analyses on complex statutes and government policies
  • Monitor progress and adjust strategies to meet HR objectives

Benefits

  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee
  • Eligible for recruitment/relocation incentives
  • Telework eligibility allows for flexible work arrangements
  • Career advancement opportunities within federal employment
  • Full-time work schedule with occasional overtime required
Full Job Description
Summary

This position is part of the Personnel Readiness Management Agency (Defense Human Resources Activity ).

The incumbent will be responsible for providing corporate level leadership in human resources management.

Duties

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As a Human Resources Specialist at the GS-0201-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

  • Serves as senior Human Resources (HR) advisor to the DCPAS Technical Director and executive leadership, executing multiple high-visibility projects simultaneously; routinely navigates fluctuating workloads and prioritizes tasks to consistently meet rigorous schedule and mission requirements.
  • Utilizing leadership, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills to develop or review written HR project and communication plans; monitor progress toward meeting established deadlines and objectives; and ensure high-quality final oral and written HR work products.
  • Provides expert consultation on comprehensive policy analyses of statutes, regulations, case law, and government-wide and DoW policies, of a complex and precedent-setting nature.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Work Schedule: Full Time
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Alternative Work Schedule
  • Recruitment/Relocation Incentives: Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible


Qualifications

To qualify for a Human Resources Specialist, GS-14, your resume and supporting documentation must support:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service:

  • Program Management: Conceiving, planning, and managing aspects of HR programs or projects of broad scope impacting Federal Civilian HR systems.
  • Project & Study Leadership: Coordinating and overseeing complex Federal Civilian HR studies or projects with far-reaching or agency-wide impact.
  • Policy Execution: Designing, integrating, implementing, or evaluating Federal Civilian HR policies, practices, or strategic initiatives.
  • Policy Analysis: Conducting comprehensive HR policy analyses of statutes, regulations, case law, or government-wide policies.
  • Strategic Presentation: Presenting complex HR information, strategic advice, and data in a clear, concise, and logical manner to executive leadership, both orally and in writing.


Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade, time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.

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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies 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 ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A

Special Hiring Authority for Veterans

Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses

Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.

NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.

For more information, please visit


https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does/Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).

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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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