This position is in the Division of Administration, Office of Human Resources (OHR), Workforce Relations Section. This section provides agency-wide workforce relations services. This specialist has the responsibility for administering workforce relations programs and other special emphasis Human Resources Management programs and services.

Duties

THIS IS A USAHIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRES THROUGH OPM USAHIRE COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT SYSTEM. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO READ THE ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR INSTRUCTIONS UNDER SECTIONS 'HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED' AND 'HOW TO APPLY'. As a Program Analyst GS-0343-12/13, your typical work assignments may include: Manages and coordinates agency-wide efforts to ensure that Workforce Relations initiatives are focused and aligned on improving operational and program efficiencies and effectiveness to support ongoing strategic imperatives; Independently researches and coordinates with other HR functions and/or higher agency levels to analyze and solve particularly complex and sensitive problems and/or issues; and Participates in the development and/or update of HR office policy and procedural guidance to include conducting research in various technical areas.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This position may be telework eligible.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This is not a virtual (remote) position.
• This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; has experience effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Candidate is an independent leader, provides extensive research, development, and implementation of workforce relations policies and procedures to ensure continued compliance with governing provisions and to promote efficiency and effectiveness throughout the agency. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GS-12 Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the GS-12, Program Analyst, and that is typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: assisting with agency-wide efforts to ensure that workforce relations initiatives are focused and aligned on improving operational and program efficiencies and effectiveness to support ongoing strategic imperatives; performing broad studies and analyses on project problems having an impact on DOA mission accomplishment; and researching and interpreting personnel laws and regulations to advise managers on Workforce Relations programs. GS-13 Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the GS-13, Program Analyst, and that is typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: managing and coordinating agency-wide efforts to ensure that workforce relations initiatives are focused and aligned on improving operational and program efficiencies and effectiveness to support ongoing strategic imperatives; collaborating on the design of the information technology infrastructure required to support an agency wide workforce relations program; and providing expert advisory, consultative, and technical services to educate managers on Workforce Relations programs. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS GS-12 Applicants must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent grade level of federal service is required to qualify for the GS-12 grade level. GS-13 Applicants must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent grade level of federal service is required to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. *NOTE* All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure, and type of service (Competitive). *NOTE* 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. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address WORKFORCE RELATIONS 1015 Half St SE Washington, DC 20570-0053 US
• Name: Nt'l Labor Relations Brd
• Email: [email protected]