Summary

This position is located in the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Employment Solutions. The purpose of this position is to serve as Associate Director of Employment Solutions, with responsibility for the planning and the direction and coordination of the day-to-day operations related to competitive and non-competitive staffing and placement; pay administration; recruitment and hiring; selection and onboarding processes.

Duties

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As a, Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, GS- 0201-14, your typical work assignments may include:

• Manages the planning, coordination, and implementation of the Agency's merit promotion policies and programs, including the execution of delegated examining authorities and responsibilities;
• Interprets complex legislative, regulatory, and policy guidance governing human resources programs and develops operational policies, strategies, and procedures for local implementation;
• Maintains liaison with representatives from OPM and peers in other Federal agencies to exchange information regarding human resources programs and assesses the impact of proposed regulations on the Agency;
• Plans and assigns work, sets priorities, provides on-the-job training, evaluates staff performance, and participates in staff selection; AND
• Coordinates and directs special personnel management studies and reports, develops long-range objectives, and develops and implements changes in structure, delegated authority, procedures, and coordination among OHR units.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is not a remote position.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This is a Competitive Service position.
• This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit.
• You may be required to complete as applicable, a new one-year probationary period or two-year trial period if appointed.
• Applicants may be subject to complete a one-year supervisory probationary period.
• Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive experience leading Federal recruitment and staffing programs, including delegated examining, merit hiring plan, pay administration, special hiring authorities, and workforce planning. The candidate should demonstrate expert knowledge of Federal human resources laws, regulations, and OPM policies, with the ability to develop operational strategies and provide authoritative guidance on complex staffing issues. The ideal candidate is an effective leader with experience supervising and developing high-performing HR teams, managing competing priorities, and driving organizational change. Strong analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills are essential to collaborate with senior leadership, OPM, and other stakeholders while delivering customer-focused, compliant, and strategic human resources solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, at the GS-14 grade level.

Specialized experience includes:

• Experience administering and overseeing Federal staffing and recruitment programs, including delegated examining, merit promotion, pay administration, and special hiring authorities while ensuring compliance with merit system principles, OPM regulations, and applicable laws; AND
• Experience interpreting and applying Federal human resources laws, regulations, Executive Orders, and OPM guidance to develop policies and procedures, provide authoritative technical advice to senior leadership, resolve complex staffing and pay administration issues, and implement agency-wide human capital initiatives; AND
• Experience assigning and prioritizing work, providing technical guidance and coaching, evaluating performance, developing staff, and ensuring work is completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS

All current and former Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-13 or equivalent grade level of the federal service, is required to qualify for this position.

(NOTE: All Agency employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure code (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive). As an employee, you may determine your current status by checking block 24 on your SF-50. Block 24 must reflect "1" or "2". Also, block 34 must reflect "1".

NOTE: 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

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

Additional information

SUPPLEMENTARY VACANCIES

Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.

PLACEMENT POLICY

The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by Appointment, Reassignment, Change to Lower Grade, or Promotion. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

PROBATIONARY/TRIAL PERIOD

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• Your performance and conduct; and
• The needs and interests of the agency; and
• Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

ALTERNATE APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources.

The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Employee Assistance Program, and the Childcare Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program.

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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.

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.