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As a Human Resources Specialist (Generalist) at the GS-0201-13 level, the incumbent will be part of the Office of Human Resources, Office of the Managing Director, Federal Maritime Commission. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a full range of staffing and recruitment, payroll and compensation, benefits, and workforce planning services.

As an HR Specialist (Generalist), if selected, you will:

• Manage automated systems, reports, migrations, and programs related to payroll, HRIS, EHRI, and various other related initiatives, distribution of employee and contractor temporary identification cards, the U.S. Access Fed ID Card Program, and substantial participation in other initiatives directly associated with agency HR management operations and activities.
• Determine qualifications and eligibility for Delegated Examining, Merit Promotion, and Special Hiring Authorities, rate and rank applications; and issues referral lists. Set pay for new hires and extend tentative and final offers utilizing an automated onboarding system.
• Serve as an agency expert and liaison to the National Finance Center (NFC); troubleshoot and resolve system problems. Prepare updates to the NFC system and related software programs; determine related actions required and prepare documents related to each case.
• Serve as an agency Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), evaluating contractor efforts and assessing technical progress in relation to the established schedule and resources allotted.
• Serve as time and attendance (T&A) subject matter expert providing technical assistance to timekeepers regarding the operations of the timekeeping record system.
• Resolve complex HR transactional problems in the areas of staffing and recruitment, payroll and compensation, worker's compensation and benefits (e.g. service computation dates, pay inquiries, step increases, creditable military service, leave, etc).

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
• A 1-year probationary period may be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a background investigation.
• Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
• All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
• FMC participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that enables participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.
• May be required to file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.

Qualifications

To Qualify for the GS-13: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position to be filled. Specialized experience required is expert experience in interpreting and applying federal human resources regulations, policies, and procedures related to resolve personnel issues, and ensure compliance. Providing HR advisory and technical support to managers and employees in recruitment/staffing, pay administration, benefits, personnel security and retirement programs. Managing recruitment and personnel actions, including coordinating vacancy announcements, advising hiring managers on staffing strategies and hiring authorities, processing appointments and personnel actions, and resolving payroll and time and attendance issues. Researching and interpreting federal benefits regulations and policies and providing guidance to employees.

NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

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.

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level) by the closing date of this announcement.

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 FMC. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow FMC 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).

Education

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

Additional information

You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across the FMC.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, please refer to the agency contact information.

Suitability Statement: If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Shared Certificates Statement: Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for the FMC to share your application with other FMC positions and/or Federal agencies for similar positions.

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/.

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.

All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.

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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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.