Human Resources Director

Provide executive-level leadership to the Human Resources Department and ensure that human resource programs policies and practices meet the requirements of the Secretary of the Senate and of the institution of the Senate. Serve as the business owner of Secretary of the Senate HR information systems providing oversight of system requirements roadmaps and implementation to meet operational needs. Provide assistance coordination guidance and recommendations to the Secretary the Executive Office leadership team and department directors on sensitive and confidential human resources related issues. Plan secure approval of and follow through on comprehensive long-term strategies goals objectives and operational needs. Drive employee awareness of and engagement with organizational policies and human resources programs and executive-level management of new and ongoing projects and programs to include the implementation tracking measurement and quality controls thereof. Monitor projects initiatives and day-to-day functions and responsibilities controlled by assigned to the Human Resources interpret and synthesize information to inform organizational decision-making; provide recommendations for improvements modifications and/or enhancements to assure responsiveness to changing requirements. Assign oversee and monitor the development implementation and modification of internal workplace policies standards procedures practices as well as training and communication programs and plans. Appropriately addresses employee conflicts and disciplinary matters. Ensure full organizational compliance with applicable privacy and confidentiality other official duties and special projects as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at Work requires a bachelorsdegree in human resources management or a related field (advanced degreepreferred) and ten years of experience in professional executive-level humanresources management and development as well as progressively responsibleprofessional human resources experience which provides the following knowledgeabilities and skills:
  
  Knowledge of effectiveuse of employee performance plans and evaluations coaching and mentoringtechniques and addressing employee conflicts and disciplinary actions.
  
  Skill in strategicplanning project management program implementation coordination andmanagement and budget formulation and execution (personnel and program).
  
  Ability to workeffectively with all levels of management and the ability to effectivelycounsel and influence senior leadership.
  
  Strong businessacumen with the ability to understand how human resources programs contributeto meeting organizational goals.
  
  Ability todevelop implement and champion new strategic initiatives through effectivechange management practices.
  
  Ability todevelop implement and maintain internal workplace policies standardsprocedures and practices.
  
  Ability toestablish and maintain administrative quality control and measurementcriteria and processes.
  
  Skill inconsultation facilitation and presentation.
  
  Ability toexercise discretion and ensure data protection and confidentiality.
  
  Knowledge of humancapital strategies and human resources functional areas including hiringemployee engagement performance management workforce planning.
  
  Ability to analyzedata and information.
  
  Knowledge of andability to apply strategic communication methods and principles.
  
  Demonstratedexperience with human resources administration in a legislative governmentalor similarly complex institutional environment
  
  Basic knowledge ofthe Senate as an institution preferred with a desire and willingness to learnmore about the legislative process as well as the history and operation of theSenate.
  
  Ability to usecomputer and relevant software programs for word processing spreadsheetspresentations course management and scanning.
  
  Excellentinterpersonal oral and written communication skills.
  
  LICENSESCERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  
  None required buthuman resources certification through SHRM or another program is preferred.

  Education

  See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.

  Additional information

  The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules regulations and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email with Applicant Accommodation in the subject line. No moving relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position or while in application for this position.

  Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.