Human Resources Specialist(Employee RelationsPlacement)

GS-7

• Performs developmental assignments. Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist
• Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs recurring assignments of limited but gradually increasing difficulty and complexity
• Participates in special initiatives studies and projects. Works with other specialists in planning and conducting special initiatives studies and projects
• Prepares written correspondence and other documentation

• Provides employee relations assistance for assigned organizations characterized by a wide range of occupations where work processes are mental judgmental involve public contact or are coordinative in nature
• Serves as the primary point of contact for a range of staffing placement and position management responsibilities
• Provides consultation and assistance on conduct-related issues
• Serves as the HR focal point for one or more employee relations programs
• Prepares written correspondence and other documentation

Conditions of employment

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• This position is open to current Department of Defense employees

Qualifications

In order to qualify you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Administrative and Management Positions 0201 Series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-7
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-5 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the principles concepts and theories of Human Resources Specialist and the standard practices methods and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis evaluation fact-finding and investigative techniques in order to gather data identify significant factors and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports documentation and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

OR

EDUCATION: Successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; or Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE: You must submit copies of your official transcripts.

OR

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however have completed some graduated-level education which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. Therefore have a combination of experience and
education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

GS-9
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-7 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the principles concepts and theories of Human Resources Specialist and the standard practices methods and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis evaluation fact-finding and investigative techniques in order to gather data identify significant factors and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports documentation and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

OR

EDUCATION: Successfully completed a masters or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your official college transcripts.

OR

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however have at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education but have not obtained a masters or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore have a combination of experience and education.
Note: You must submit a copy of official transcripts.

GS-11
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-9 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of a wide range of HR concepts practices laws regulations policies and precedents sufficient to provide comprehensive HR management advisory and technical services on substantive organizational functions and work practices. Knowledge of the laws executive orders regulations policies and concepts pertaining to personnel management and the relationships between the various personnel disciplines to recommend to management appropriate interventions to resolve complex interrelated HR problems and issues. Knowledge of analytical evaluative and diagnostic methods and techniques to resolve a wide range of complex interrelated HR problems and issues; improve organizational efficiency/productivity; and to develop new or modified work methods processes and/or procedures.

OR

EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position major areas of study such as Human Resources Organizational Management Organizational Development Program Management or related field of study. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts.

OR

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Have less than the full amount of specialized experience required but have more than 2 years of graduate level education with a major or subject area related to the position to be filled. Therefore have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
GS-7

• Knowledge of basic principles concepts and practices of Human Relations
• Skill in applying basic principles concepts and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in Human Resources
• Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors gather pertinent data and recognize solutions
• Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers

• Knowledge of the principles concepts and theories of Human Resources and the standard practices methods and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult but well-precedented assignments
• Knowledge of analysis evaluation fact-finding and investigative techniques in order to gather data identify significant factors and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives
• Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports documentation and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly
• Ability to communicate clearly concisely and with technical accuracy both orally and in writing as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management
• Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field

• Knowledge of a wide range of HR concepts practices laws regulations policies and precedents related to employee and management relations staffing performance management labor relations and the relationships between the various personnel disciplines
• Knowledge of the laws executive orders regulations policies and concepts pertaining to personnel management and a practical understanding of position classification and position management
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of fact finding analysis and resolution of complex problems and the development of concrete action plans and/or flexible alternatives to solve problems
• Knowledge of required procedures to develop new or modified work methods processes and/or procedures to improve organizational efficiency/productivity and knowledge of special recruiting authorities strategies incentives and organizational design
• Skill in consensus building negotiating coalition building interest-based bargaining advocacy mediation and conflict resolution techniques sufficient to interact appropriately in emotional situations
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and to communicate well with others orally and in writing including preparing and conducting formal and informal briefings