Human Resources Specialist (Senior Human Resources Specialist)

U.S. Department of Justice

Aug 23

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid, Senior & Expert Level
Consulting
People, HR & Administration
Washington

Requirements

- U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section.
- Education: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
- Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
- To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
- Experience which provided a comprehensive working knowledge of and skill in performing the functions related to position classification, compensation, recruitment and placement, human resources development, employee relations and benefits, and labor management relations in the federal government.
- Experience which provided knowledge of the correctional environment and the issues therein which impact human resources policy.
- Experience with the agency's negotiated labor/management contract and the agency's organizational structure.
- Experience which provided knowledge of federal human resources regulatory references.
- If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience.
- To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.
- Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.
- See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.
- ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement.
- Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).
- All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.
- If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.
- This position IS NOT included in the bargaining unit.
- The representative rate for this position is $129,759 per annum ($62.17 per hour).
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
- All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
- The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application.
- You may be required to provide proof of residence.
- Current Federal Law Enforcement Employees: A prerequisite of the secondary law enforcement position is the completion of the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II".
- If you have not completed the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II", you are ineligible for secondary law enforcement position(s) and coverage but may still be considered for a non-law enforcement position.
- If you are not a current Bureau of Prisons employee, you must submit training records demonstrating you have completed the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II" to your hiring Human Resource office prior to appointment.
- Individuals selected who are under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and who have not had three years "primary" law enforcement retirement coverage, will not be covered by law enforcement retirement while in this position.
- To regain coverage, individuals must return to a position with "primary" coverage.
- Ability to communicate orally.
- Ability to communicate in writing.
- Knowledge of technical personnel areas.
- Skill in managing personnel programs.
- Ability to interpret and apply policy/guidelines.
- Knowledge of labor management relations.

Responsibilities

- Provides assistance to other specialists in the section and is a resource for other staff pertaining to difficult and unique problems involving human resource management and related issues.
- Assumes and directs special projects and/or workgroups in functional areas as directed.
- Coordinates assignments as necessary with specialists, the Department of Justice, or with other agencies in identifying and resolving unusual and complicated issues.
- Responsible for providing technical guidance to the Director, Assistant Directors, Supervisors, and line staff.
- Provides guidance, oversight, and direction as a subject matter authority on specific human resources office issues.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Senior Human Resources Specialist.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in Washington, DC.

Who is eligible to apply for this job?

The job is open to current or former federal employees, military spouses, veterans, and certain displaced employees.

What are the primary responsibilities of this role?

The primary responsibilities include providing assistance to other specialists, directing special projects, coordinating with other agencies, and providing technical guidance as a subject matter authority.

What is the minimum experience required for this position?

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation.

Is there an educational requirement for this position?

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

What type of experience is considered qualifying for this role?

Qualifying experience includes knowledge of position classification, compensation, recruitment and placement, employee relations, and familiarity with the correctional environment and federal human resources regulations.

Are there any special conditions of employment?

Yes, appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation, as well as National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.

What is the representative rate for this position?

The representative rate for this position is $129,759 per annum ($62.17 per hour).

What documentation is required to apply for this position?

Applicants must submit a resume, supporting documents (such as SF-50 for federal employees), and any applicable eligibility documentation (like DD-214 for veterans).

How will candidates be evaluated for this job?

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications, responses to assessment questions, and supporting documentation.

What is the application deadline for this position?

All required supporting documentation must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Is this position part of a bargaining unit?

No, this position is NOT included in the bargaining unit.

How can I apply for this position?

You must apply through the online application system at www.USAJOBS.gov and follow the prompts to submit your application and all required documents.

What if I have trouble applying online?

If online application is impossible, you should contact the Consolidated Staffing Unit for alternate application procedures before the closing date of the announcement.

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