Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist

The mission of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is to foster strong communities by supporting access to quality, affordable housing, expanding the housing supply, and unlocking homeownership opportunities for the American people. The Department is committed to furthering the promise of self-sufficiency in every American while promoting economic development to revitalize rural, tribal, and urban communities across the country. The Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) serves as the primary authority for human capital management at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). OCHCO leads department-wide human capital strategy and operations to support a mission-ready workforce through the delivery of integrated services across the full employee lifecycle. Office of Human Capital Services (HCS). HCS provides essential workforce support and operational HR solutions through the following Department-wide functions: Strategic and Operational Classification, Recruitment, and Staffing services; Payroll, Benefits, and Retirement services; Career/Life balance programs such as Employee Health & Wellness and Reasonable Accommodations; and Personnel Security Services. As a Human Resources Specialist, you will:

• Manage and execute executive-level staffing actions for SES, SL, and ST positions.
• Advise selecting officials and executive review boards on hiring authorities, qualifications, and assessment methods.
• Conduct classification analysis of executive positions, including SES, SL, and ST roles, in accordance with applicable laws and OPM guidance.
• Provide authoritative guidance to senior leaders, managers, and HR staff on executive resources policies, procedures, and regulations. Interprets and applies complex HR authorities related to executive hiring, compensation, performance management, and mobility.