Summary

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent makes recommendations on proposed DoD-wide program development needs

and assessment tools that serve as the basis for legislation, regulations, or program guidance.

Duties

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

- Plans, develops, and coordinates Agency-wide projects and policies in the area of employee relations, including employee appeals, discipline, suitability, or performance management.

- Prepares, presents, and defends the Agency's technical position before third parties such as the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), Federal Service Impasses Panel (FSIP), arbitrators, or federal courts.

- Advises on the potential impact and precedent-setting implications for the Agency of pending disputes before third-party authorities, including the resolution of unfair labor practice charges and complaints.

- Develops and delivers training to human resources professionals, supervisors, managers, and other audiences in the areas of Labor and Employee Relations (LER).

- Analyzes and solves complex and sensitive problems and issues, such as those involving conflicts in law or other requirements, and those involving vague and untested areas of case law, where policy decisions and case strategy guidance have an impact throughout the Agency.

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: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

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

-Experience serving as a Senior consultant and subject matter expert (SME), interpreting complex federal civil service laws, instructions, and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) regulations to draft, implement, and standardize Department-wide LER policies affecting thousands of civilian personnel across multiple sub-commands.

-Experience acting as the principal management spokesperson or technical advisor during term contract and mid-term negotiations; successfully evaluated potential impacts of union proposals on national security mission goals and devised strategic alternatives to resolve bargaining impasses.

-Experience with representing Headquarters management interests as primary agency representative in high-profile, precedent-setting administrative hearings before third-party regulatory bodies-including the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), or Federal Service Impasses Panel (FSIP)-by conducting legal research, formulating case strategies, and drafting defensible agency positions

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

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.

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