Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement)

Summary This position is located in the Human Resources Division-Arlington, VA. The selectee of this position serves as a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement). You will be responsible for providing expert advice, guidance, coordination, and technical services to customers of varying levels for a broad range of complex and/or controversial recruitment and placement issues. Responsibilities As a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement) at the GS-0201- 13 level, some of your typical work assignments may include: Conducts training pertaining to HR programs, operations and/or procedures for employees, supervisors or management officials. Provides expert advisory, consultative, and technical services to agency program and line managers on a broad range of Human Resources issues that involve complex and controversial issues. Assists in developing or revising policies, procedures and guidance for various HR programs. 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: Requirements Conditions of Employment Must complete an initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s). Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation. Qualifications 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: Specialized Experience: One year of full-time specialized experience at or equivalent to the grade GS-12 in the Federal Service performing duties which include the following: 1. Interpreting and applying Federal rules and regulations related to delegated examining operations and applying veterans' preference; 2. Coaching and mentoring junior human resources specialists and/or assistants in recruitment and placement; 3. Providing strategic advice and guidance to management regarding recruitment, hiring, compensation, and retention strategies; AND 4. Assisting with drafting policies, procedures and/or guidance for human resources programs related to staffing, recruitment, and placement. Quality Ranking Factor: Additionally, a special qualification will be considered in the evaluation of eligibles for certification. A Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) is expected to enhance performance in this position; it will not be used to screen out applicants. Demonstrated capability to conduct Delegated Examining Operations, given Delegated Examining (DE) Certification, is preferred for this position (please provide a copy of your DE certification). 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. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional Information Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 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, based on your adjudication decision. 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: Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility. For more information visit: Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Applications will not be accepted if submitted using Government franked envelopes. Relocation incentive may be authorized.