Lead Human Resources Specialist

Summary

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: ACQDEMO

This position is part of the Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The incumbent will be responsible for serving as a subject matter expert in human capital strategy and communication with responsibility for program management.

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Duties

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As a Lead Human Resources Specialist at the NH-0201-4 broadband level some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Serving as a subject matter expert in human capital strategy and communication with responsibility for program management.
• Reviewing MDA strategy and developing MDA human capital strategy procedures and guidelines.
• Leading the design, development, and implementation of agency-wide human capital initiatives, such as leadership development programs, employee engagement surveys, performance management system enhancements, and succession planning programs.
• Authorizing and directing the development and implementation of the agency's human capital strategy plan and aligning HR programs with the overall organizational goals and mission.
• Analyzing and evaluating workforce trends and data to identify opportunities for improvement in areas such as recruitment, retention, training, and performance management, and developing strategic recommendations based on this analysis to ensure alignment with agency goals.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a US citizen
• Male born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• This is a Drug Testing designated position
• Work Schedule: Fulltime
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Maxi Flex
• Recruitment Incentives: Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees based on agency policy and availability
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is situationally telework eligible
• Selective Service Requirement: Please visit for more information
• Must obtain/maintain Non-critical Sensitive/Secret security clearance

Qualifications

You may qualify at the NH-04 broadband level if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03/GS-13 grade level in the Federal service and must meet 3 of the 5 specialized experiences listed below to be qualified:

• Leading the organization human capital program.
• Utilizing non-adversarial problem-solving approaches, including mediation and interest-based bargaining, to resolve complex issues and support management decision-making.
• Directing organization-wide HR communication utilizing HR theory, precedents, and federal regulations to provide authoritative guidance to management, and engineer solutions for highly complex, novel issues.
• Isolating human capital challenges using data analytics and trend evaluation to recommend strategic, data-driven opportunities.
• Implementing change management strategies to facilitate organizational initiatives and achieve measurable transition objectives.

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

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs : This program applies 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 ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information:

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

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Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see )

To receive consideration please make sure you select ALL appropriate eligibilities in the application questionnaire.

Re-employed Annuitant: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:

This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.

You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below.

Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses: Are you the spouse of a current Department of Defense, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty? Supporting Documentation: You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate. If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50.

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.

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