Lead Human Resources Specialist

Summary

As a Lead Human Resources Specialist at the GS-0201-14, you will be part of Workforce Policy and Innovation Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will administer executive resources programs, provide technical guidance on executive personnel matters, coordinate human resources projects, analyze workforce data, and recommend improvements to business processes and automated systems supporting executive workforce management.

Duties

Administer executive resources programs involving executive qualifications, appointments, position allocations, performance management, awards, and compensation. Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies governing executive resources programs and provide technical guidance to management and program officials. Coordinate human resources team activities, establish work priorities, assign tasks, monitor deadlines, and review work products for compliance with applicable requirements. Analyze executive workforce and human resources data, identify discrepancies, validate information, and develop reports and dashboards to support management decisions. Evaluate human resources business processes and automated workflows to identify inefficiencies, data integrity issues, and opportunities for operational improvement. Develop business requirements, system specifications, and testing criteria for automated human resources processes and coordinate system testing and implementation. Provide recommendations to management on executive resources program operations, workforce trends, regulatory compliance, and process improvements. Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office. This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit Qualifications

For the GS14: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, or equivalent, performing executive resources or human resources program work that includes: Administering or coordinating executive resources programs involving the Senior Executive Service (SES), Senior Level (SL), or Scientific or Professional (ST) workforce, such as executive qualifications, appointments, position allocations, performance management, awards, or pay; and interpreting and applying laws, regulations, or policies to resolve program issues and advise management or program officials; and Leading or coordinating human resources team activities or projects by establishing work priorities, coordinating assignments and deadlines, providing technical guidance to team members, and reviewing work products for accuracy and compliance with applicable requirements; and Analyzing workforce or human resources program data from multiple sources, identifying and resolving data discrepancies, and developing reports, dashboards, or other analytical products to communicate findings and recommend program improvements; and Evaluating human resources business processes or automated workflows, developing functional requirements or testing criteria for system improvements, and coordinating system testing or implementation activities to improve program operations. Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS 14 level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork The USA Hire Assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. All qualified Non Competitive applicants and the best qualified Merit Promotion applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to Office of Personnel Management (OPM) 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 eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position (obtain a score of 85 or higher on assessments); and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility. For more information: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Other Information

Relocation expenses will not be paid. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement.