The Human Resources Manager reports to the Administrative Officer and is responsible for leading all EAC human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, as well as the administration of human resources policies, procedures, and programs. As a key advisor to division directors on human resources matters, this manager assists to ensure that the EAC is resourced to effectively meet current and future workforce demands.

Duties

Working collaboratively with Administrative Services staff and all divisions, the Human Resources Manager recommends and implements strategies and programs to meet and advance a variety of agency-wide needs. The incumbent will assume an integral and critical role in making recommendations on planning and decision-making processes in addition to assuring that merit system principles are observed in executing human resources management actions. The incumbent will mentor and advise management of the tools necessary to properly plan, develop, organize, manage, and evaluate mission-oriented programs. This requires: Significant sensitivity to the mission and goals of the agency; knowledge to identify human resources management issues, problems, and opportunities potentially affecting the accomplishment of these goals; and expertise with a wide spectrum of functional specializations and their interrelationships. Responsibilities The incumbent provides expertise for EAC on matters related to human resources, including, but not limited to: Performing staffing and recruitment and placement activities for a variety of positions in the excepted service. Developing recruitment strategies to address specific resource or program needs. Assists managers in conducting job analysis by analyzing the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) required to perform stated work requirements. Verifying applicant eligibility, qualifications, and ratings. Guides managers in developing and selecting appropriate criteria for evaluating job candidates; explains determinations to supervisors, managers, and job applicants; informs applicants of hiring decisions; and coordinates release dates or other required staffing actions. Advising management on performance management, awards, training and employee development, and compliance. Providing policy and technical advice or consultation and assistance on all payroll and personnel systems to divisions at all levels of management on the full range of products and services for both internal systems and shared service systems hosted by the General Services Administration (GSA). Preparing and tracks personnel actions for employees such as accessions, promotions, pay adjustments, reassignments, etc., ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and guidelines. Develops various tracking databases to compare and monitor personnel actions and payroll activities. Reviewing job descriptions for accuracy, making modifications as needed. Assesses the qualifications of applicants and works with managers throughout the interview process, arranging panels and documenting processes. Researching and gathering personnel information from various credible resources to support decisions that are compliant and that leverage best practices in the field. Serving as liaison between various entities (GSA, Office of Personnel Management, WMATA, etc.) in order to provide general advice and guidance to supervisors, managers, and employees in areas related to human capital management, performance management, employee relations, training and development, and benefits. Evaluating position management within delegated authority to assist hiring managers on ways to improve structure, work distribution, and the use of employee skills.

Requirements

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience of 5 or more years of Human Resources experience in a supervisory capacity. HR Preferred Certification: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Ideal Candidate A strong HR generalist background with solid experience staffing and recruitment, performance management, benefits, and employee relations. Excellent professional judgment and decision-making ability. A strategic (sees the big picture) business partner who creates organizational/team synergy. Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written). Ability to disagree and still maintain positive working relationships. Ability to maintain good records and ensure privacy. Strong problem-solving skills. Politically astuteness/awareness. Ability to respond to issues quickly and make sound decisions and recommendations. Commitment to goals of diversity and inclusion. Strong integrity, honesty, confidentiality and demonstrated ability to effectively manage sensitive situations. Exceptional conflict resolution skills. Ability to mentor and train staff to conform with policy and procedures. Technical Competencies The competencies listed below are typical for the Human Resources job function. Successful applicants will have experience in more than one functional area. Classification Compensation Employee Benefits Employee Relations Federal Human Resource Management - Labor Relations Performance Management for HR Recruitment Workforce Planning Non-technical Competencies Communication Decision-Making Data Gathering and Analysis Training & Mentoring Federal compliance with all HR related matters Conflict Resolution - Attention to Detail Information Security/Privacy Interpersonal Skills Policy & Procedures Excellent written and oral skills To qualify for this GS-13 equivalent position, you must possess the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following activities: experience providing information, advice, and policy guidance on complex staffing issues; experience creating and posting vacancy announcements using an automated system; experience reviewing applications for position qualifications; and experience submitting personnel action requests and advising on personnel actions. Successful candidates will also have experience researching, interpreting and applying appropriate Federal laws, regulations, policies and guidelines in at least one other human resources functional area (e.g., classification, employee relations, labor relations, including performance management, employee benefits, employee development, training and HR information systems). You must include hours per week worked.

Education

There is no positive education requirement for this position.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address US Election Assistance Commission 633 3rd Street, NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20001 US
• Name: Human Resources
• Email: [email protected]