Summary
This position is part of the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, Department of Energy. As a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, as Talent Talent Systems and Quality Branch Manager, oversees a team that delivers expertise and support in USA Staffing, HR information systems, data analytics, accountability, records management, performance awards, and pre-employment processes for the Client Services Division.
Duties
We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions. As a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, you will: Supervise a multi-disciplinary team of HR professionals by setting priorities, assigning workloads, establishing performance standards, evaluating work, and recommending personnel actions. Identify employee training needs, foster professional growth, and provide high-level guidance on federal HR regulations, laws, and Merit System Principles. Oversee the operational direction of HR Information Systems and business process training, annual performance award coordination, eOPF management, and pre-employment drug testing coordination. Manage accountability programs, internal quality control reviews, HCMAP audit preparations, SOP development, and priority placement programs to ensure regulatory adherence. Direct the program management of USA Staffing, including template development, system troubleshooting, OPM liaison activities, and user training. Analyze metrics, audit findings, and system workflows to identify operational bottlenecks, mitigate compliance risks, and drive efficiency.
Education
There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
How you will be evaluated
Your application will be assessed based on your responses to an online assessment that measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. The 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. For applicants applying under Merit Promotion or VEOA procedures, your score on this assessment will determine if you are considered a 'best qualified' candidate. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. 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 reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations 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. 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 Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here. Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies identified below. Use specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. Accountability Compliance Customer Service Data Management Decisiveness Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Managing Human Resources Personnel and Human Resources Problem Solving Quality Management Resilience Career Transition Assistance Programs: To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. All qualified Non-competitive applicants and the best qualified Merit Promotion and VEOA applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date ( 08/25/2026) of this announcement. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13035901.