Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide direction and oversight to the Executive Resources Group, serve as a primary point of contact for Schedule C, noncareer SES, and Presidential hires throughout the Department, and assist in managing the executive and political human resources programs. The Deputy Assistant Director Performs golden glove for the politicals, working closely with the Attorney General's office and the White House liaison office.

Duties

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The duties and responsibilities for a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, GS-0201-15, generally include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide direction and oversight to the Executive Resources Group, serve as a primary point of contact for Schedule C, noncareer SES, and Presidential hires throughout the Department, and assist in managing the executive and political human resources programs
• Serve as consultant and subject matter expert to the Deputy Assistant Attorney General - Human Capital, Security, and Administration (DAAG-HCSA), JMD OHC leadership, staff, and component leadership on HR innovation strategies and activities that align with and support the DOJ's mission, objectives, and key priorities
• Generate new concepts, principles, and methods in the development and promotion of cross-functional human resources areas (i.e., compensation, workforce planning, HR IT, classification, staffing, etc.), innovation, and organizational change
• Provide senior executives with customer service and issue resolution
• Assess program taskers and program status; and in doing so, utilize analytical and program planning skills and abilities to evaluate a multitude of management, administrative and technical actions, taskers, and initiatives
• Provide administrative supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the unit; Perform the administrative human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• You may be required to complete a probationary or trial period. See "Additional Information" for specific details.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (CTAP/ICTAP), at GS-0201-15, you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below.

Specialized Experience: For the GS-15, you must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as:

1) Providing Human Resources services in support of human resources regulations and policies for actions effecting the Senior Executive Service (SES), Senior Professional (SP) and Political Personnel;

2) Generating new concepts, principles, methods, or procedures in cross-functional human resources services (i.e. compensation, workforce planning, HR IT, classification, staffing, etc.) for innovation or organizational improvement;

AND 3) Performing analytical studies, providing insight into implications of findings, developing implementation plans, and recommending innovation opportunities or resolutions.

You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 08/01/2026 of this announcement.

Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement 08/01/2026 to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP):

These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:

1. Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
2. Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and
3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.

Probationary or Trial Period (as applicable): 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:

1) your performance and conduct;

2) the needs and interests of the agency;

3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

4) 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.

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.