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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Compensation and Info Sys) (Chief, Leave and Payroll Admin)

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

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Compensation
$138K/yr
Location
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist serves as Chief of Leave and Payroll Administration for the Bureau of Prisons. The role provides nationwide program oversight for leave administration, payroll audits, time and attendance policy, telework and alternative work schedules, and annual leave credit processes. It directs employees and establishes Bureau-wide standards to support consistent operations across institutions, regional offices, and headquarters.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Federal Leave Policy DevelopmentPayroll Policy DevelopmentRegulatory InterpretationLeave AdministrationPayroll SupervisionPayroll AuditingInternal ControlsInteragency Representation

Qualifications

One Year Specialized ExperienceU.S. Citizenship

Full job description

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Responsibilities Serves as the Chief, Leave & Payroll Administration, providing authoritative guidance and program oversight for the Bureau's nationwide leave administration, payroll audit functions, time & attendance policy governance, telework and alternative work schedule program management, and annual leave credit processes. Directs a national program that ensures the accurate administration of leave and payroll entitlements, oversees compliance with complex federal regulations, and establishes Bureau-wide standards that support operational consistency across institutions, regional offices, and headquarters. The position exercises delegated authorities associated with planning, assigning, evaluating, and coordinating the work of employees and is accountable for the performance and outcomes of the assigned organizational unit. Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate employees to ensure effective operations and timely completion of assigned tasks. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location. See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: U.S Department of Justice - Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section. Qualifications To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements: 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. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled. Some examples of this qualifying experience are: Experience developing federal leave and payroll policies for a multi-site organization by interpreting complex regulations (i.e., Title 5, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance) to create agency-wide procedures governing leave entitlements, payroll audits, and time and attendance. Experiencing with leading agency wide leave administration operations - serving as the senior technical expert for complex cases involving Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (VLTP), military leave, and leave restoration determinations. Experience with supervising a payroll team responsible for processing biweekly pay actions, retroactive adjustments, and premium pay for multiple servicing components across the agency. Experience directing payroll audit operations and internal controls in a federal environment, including overseeing reviews of payroll irregularities, validating discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions. - Experience representing an organization in inter-agency forums on Human Resources policy, leave administration, or compensation matters. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities. Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application. Education Additional Information Duty Locations: Central Office, Washington, D.C. Grand Prairie Office Complex, Grand Prairie, TX FCI Leavenworth, KS The representative rate for this position is $138,356 per annum ($66.29 per hour) Note: Pay rates are based on Rest of the U.S. but could change depending on the location of the position. Special Conditions of Employment Section: Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period. The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency. 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. Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate. Although competitive and non-competitive applications are being accepted, the selecting official may elect to have only one group reviewed. This is a secondary/non-law enforcement coverage position. Individuals that DO NOT have three years of law enforcement coverage gained in a primary law enforcement position by the closing date of the vacancy announcement are ineligible for secondary law enforcement position(s) and coverage but may still be considered for a non-law enforcement position. 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. Current Federal Law Enforcement Employees: Completion of the mandatory courses "Introduction to Correctional Techniques (ICT) Phase I and Phase II" is a condition of employment for this secondary law enforcement position. Employees who have not yet completed ICT Phase I and II will be required to do so after entering the position. This requirement does not apply to non-law-enforcement positions. Eligibility for secondary law enforcement coverage is determined in accordance with applicable regulations. Coverage may be attained through any qualifying federal law enforcement officer service that meets the definitions in 5 U.S.C. 8401(17) and satisfies the conditions in 5 CFR 842.803.

How this job compares

Set against the 7,983 open Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$138K/yr
  • US median$80–112K/yr1,201 salary ranges

This rate, $138K, is 42% above the US median midpoint ($98K) — in the top quarter of Supervisor salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 7,983 open Supervisor jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (3,772 postings).
Education
727 of the 7,983 open Supervisor jobs (9%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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