WHS HR Specialist II- DE/DEU Certified & Clearance Req'd

About Us CEC is a trusted provider of human capital consulting to federal agencies, helping them solve their most complex workforce challenges. We are committed to delivering smart, responsive, and mission-focused solutions. What You'll Do CEC is seeking an experienced DE-Certified Federal HR Staffing Specialist to support Washington Headquarters Services, Human Resources Directorate (WHS/HRD) under a Department of Defense contract. You will join a high-impact team delivering cradle-to-grave federal staffing and classification services, supporting mission-critical hiring initiatives under the Department of Defense's accelerated 60-day hiring model. Key Responsibilities Manage 25-30 active hiring actions across all phases of the recruitment lifecycle Collaborate with hiring managers on job analyses, assessments, and recruitment strategies Create and post vacancy announcements in USA Staffing (USAS) Use DoD HR systems - the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and automated staffing tools - to streamline the hiring process Review applicant eligibility and qualifications, applying specialized experience and veterans' preference criteria Issue certificates of eligibles under delegated examining authority Coordinate tentative and final job offers and onboarding steps Respond to inquiries from applicants, hiring managers, and stakeholders Participate in hiring process improvement initiatives, SOP updates, and policy documentation Work within the timelines established by the DoD 60-Day Hiring Model Ensure compliance with merit system principles and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws Maintain daily updates in the hiring tracking tool to keep actions aligned with 60-day time-to-hire goals Requirements Active Delegated Examining (DEU) certification , current and unexpired Three (3) years of hands-on federal staffing and recruitment experience, including personally issuing certificates of eligibles In-depth knowledge of federal hiring authorities (e.g., DE, MP, DHA, Pathways, Schedule A) Demonstrated working experience in USA Staffing (USAS) and DCPDS Working knowledge of federal HR regulations, including Title 5, DCIPS, and CES Active Secret clearance , or Secret-eligible with the ability to obtain and maintain an interim Secret Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills Bachelor’s degree preferred Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting DoD or WHS environments Familiarity with direct-hire recruiting events and LinkedIn talent mining Knowledge of performance metrics related to time-to-hire, certificate quality, and compliance Experience working at the intersection of classification and staffing What We Offer Competitive benefits package Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Paid time off (PTO) Flexible schedule within core business hours (6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday-Friday) A direct role in a high-profile DoD hiring reform initiative CEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background checks and a drug-free workplace are required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group