Human Resources Specialist (Classification)
What you'd do
This position is located in the Human Resources Division, Arlington, VA. The selectee of this position serves as a Human Resources Specialist (Classification). You will be responsible for providing expert advisory services on position classification and job evaluation for General Schedule (GS), Senior Executive Service, and FWS positions.
Major duties
As a Human Resources Specialist (Classification) at the GS-0201-13 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Conducts classification reviews, audits positions descriptions, and ensures compliance with OPM classification standards. Assists with the development of classification and position management guidelines. Advises management on how to establish organizational structures that are efficient, cost effective, support desired grade levels and facilitate career development. Provides assistance to employees with classification appeals. Prepares replies and assembles classification documents in response to requests from USMS Office of General Counsel, USMS District offices; Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, etc. 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: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.
What you need to qualify
GS-13 TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted). You may qualify at the GS-0201-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: 1) Applying the full range of position classification and position management principles, concepts, practices, and techniques; 2) Applying classification standards to evaluate position descriptions; 3) Provide guidance on position management and organizational structure; and 4) Develop and present training on classification and position management. Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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