Summary
You will serve as a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist with Office of the Secretary of Interior. The vacancy for this position will be filled in the following branch: Recruitment-Law Enforcement Duty location will be based on selectee's current DOI duty location. This position is suitable for telework and the incumbent may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Duties
At the full performance level GS-13 the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Manages and directs the work of subordinate Human Resources staff for the National and Public Safety Law Enforcement Office (NSPS), providing guidance, oversight, and performance management. Exercises full supervisory authority, including hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining employees. Ensures staff are aligned with organizational goals and operational needs. Oversees the planning, execution, and evaluation of HR programs and initiatives within the Branch. Responsible for ensuring compliance with federal regulations, policies, and procedures. Coordinates and integrates HR functions to support mission objectives. Interprets and applies HR laws, regulations, and policies. Advises management and staff on complex HR matters, including staffing, classification, employee relations, and performance management. Develops and implements local policies and procedures as needed. Provides expert advice to senior leadership on HR strategies, workforce planning, and organizational development. Participates in long- and short-term planning to address workforce needs and optimize Branch operations. Investigates and resolves sensitive or complex HR issues. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters affecting the organization, including waiving or deviating from established policies when appropriate. Represents the Branch and organization in meetings, negotiations, and consultations with internal and external stakeholders. Communicates HR program goals, changes, and requirements to staff and leadership. The position is suitable for telework and the incumbent may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Requirements
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. This is a supervisory position that may require completion of a supervisory probationary period. *Additional Requirements located under qualifications*
Education
This position does not allow substituting education for experience.
How you will be evaluated
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g. resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessment(s) required for this position. To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. Your resume must not exceed 2 pages. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. You must include hours worked per week. You will be assessed in the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Accountability Customer Service Decisiveness Flexibility Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Resilience In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires successful completion of the USA Hire Assessment, if required. The USA Hire Assessments 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. DUE WEIGHT: Please submit 1) a copy of your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation and 2) a list of any awards (e.g. superior performance awards, special act or achievement awards, quality step increase, etc.) you received in the last 5 years. Any performance appraisal/evaluation and award documentation you provide will be forwarded to the selecting official. The selecting official will review this documentation and give it due weight consideration during the overall selection process. If you do not have your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation, you must submit a statement as to why it is not available. Please indicate if any prior performance appraisals/evaluations were at an acceptable level. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration or your score may be lowered. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position. Current or former displaced Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.