Lead Human Resources Specialist

DutiesNOTE: It is desired that the incumbent have or be able to obtain and maintain their Delegated Examining (DE) Certification. Current DE certification must be submitted with application if currently certified. This position is located in the Human Resources Section of the Executive Office (EXO) within the Antitrust Division (ATR). EXO is a very dynamic and fast paced office, delivering the professional management services that power ATR's people and mission. Within EXO, the Human Resources Section manages all human resources services, including staffing, classification, training, benefits, and payroll. The Antitrust Division is seeking to fill a Lead Human Resources Specialist-GS-0201-14 position in the Human Resources Section. The Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice works in the public interest to promote a competitive and productive American economy. The Division's work ranges over the entire spectrum of the U.S. economy. Its merger and civil enforcement cases can affect the structure and performance of an entire industry and its criminal enforcement detects and punishes white-collar antitrust crimes that rob American consumers. The Division enforces federal antitrust law, pursuing price-fixing and market allocation schemes, investigating mergers that may substantially reduce competition, and investigating other potentially anti-competitive conduct. The highest priorities of the Division are preventing anti-competitive mergers and acquisitions, curbing abuse of monopoly power, and prosecuting criminal bid-rigging and price-fixing cases. As a Lead Human Resources Specialist, responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to: Serving as the Division HR program advisor and Team Leader for the development and implementation of recruitment and staffing, position classification and management, and employee benefits.Providing input in the planning and coordination of work, identifying needs, proposing and executing special projects, reviewing work and providing technical guidance to employees within area of assignment.Developing and presenting information briefings for managers, supervisors, and employees using topic outlines, visual aids, handouts, etc.Providing management advisory services related to problems and issues within assigned area and which involve other human resources specialties.Providing expert advice on matters pertaining to regulations, policies and procedures governing human resources functions in areas of position management and classification, pay administration, performance management, recruitment and placement, incentives, and in determining operating procedures are accomplished according to Federal, DOJ, and Agency regulations and directives. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Please note: Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Also, a writing sample and a combination of three to five business and academic references may be requested of individuals identified as best qualified, to be forwarded to the selecting official along with your application package, upon referral. Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this position.You must undergo a pre-employment security investigation.You may be required to take and successfully clear a drug test.You must submit a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement.You must meet all time-in-grade and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.SELECTIVE SERVICE: All male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service (see SSS.gov). If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.This position is ineligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit. This is a full-time, non-supervisory permanent appointment in the competitive serviceThe Antitrust Division participates in the E-Verify program. QualificationsTo qualify for this position at the GS-0201-14 level, your resume must reflect at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-0201-13 level. Specialized experience is experience that has provided you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to this position being filled. This experience must identify at least two of the following four statements. be identified in your resume.Your experience must include at least two of the following four requirements: Experience servicing as a senior level HR Specialist leading a team, junior HR Specialist, or projects that perform work in the following functional areas like recruitment and staffing, position classification and management, and employee benefits.Experience with providing advisory services and analysis on staffing requirements, recruitment strategies, special emphasis programs and resources.Experience with preparing reports, maintaining records of work accomplished and presenting information to a variety of audiences (HR Analytics, T2H, etc.).Experience with researching and analyzing legislation, regulations, guidelines, and decisions related to recruitment and workforce planning.YOUR RESUME MUST support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the "Required Documents" section for important notes about what information you must include in your resume Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet the requirements outlined above. Otherwise, you will be found ineligible.In addition to qualifying experience, it is desired that the incumbent have or be able to obtain and maintain their Delegated Examining (DE) Certification. Current DE certification must be submitted with application if currently certified.Education There is no substitution of education for the GS-14 grade level. Additional informationApplication Requirements: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is online. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over candidates from other agencies for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority over other applicants who are not employees of the Department of Justice if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is online. The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows veterans to apply to announcements that are only open to "status" candidates, which means "current competitive service employees." To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, your latest discharge must be issued under honorable conditions (this means an honorable or general discharge), AND you must be either (1) a preference eligible (defined in title 5 U.S.C. 2108(3)), OR (2) a veteran who substantially completed 3 or more years of active service. When applying under VEOA, you must rate and rank among the best qualified when compared to current employee applicants in order to be considered for appointment. Veterans' preference does not apply to internal agency actions such as promotions, transfers, reassignments and reinstatements.DOJ EEO Statement/PolicyOPM Reasonable Accommodation Policy StatementDOJ Reasonable Accommodation Policy StatementVeterans' InformationLegal and Regulatory Guidance Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application will be evaluated under DOJ's Merit Promotion Plan and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the basic qualifications for the position listed in this announcement. Please note: Basic qualifications will be determined based on a comparison of your resume against the quality and extent of experience or related education as reflected in the position requirements. If you are found to be qualified for this position, your resume and supporting documentation will be further assessed and compared to the responses of your occupational/assessment questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive will be based on your responses to the questionnaire. The rating is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position, and will determine the rank in which you place (Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Best Qualified). The "Best Qualified" candidates will be contacted to submit a job market paper or relevant writing sample prior to being referred for selection. Your application will be further assessed based upon the following competencies: Personnel and Human Resources;Reading Comprehension; andWritten Communication.Customer ServiceProblem Solving If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully as errors or omissions may affect your rating.Performance Appraisals and Awards You will receive an additional point added to your final score for a fully successful or higher performance rating. An additional point will also be added to your final score for any one performance award received within the past three years that relates to the position for which you are applying. Please provide only one recent award. To receive credit, you must provide a copy of your performance rating and a copy of your performance award SF-50.