HR Specialist

Duties*Note: This position has a requirement to report to Rockville, MD. An incumbent may be eligible for telework, but this position is not a virtual/remote-based.Advisory/Consulting Services
An authoritative subject matter expert providing advisory services on the evaluation, development and management of compensation management programs; specifically Federal HR programs, policies, and guidance related to Title 5 and Title 38 compensation. Provides policy interpretations on interrelated program and policy issues that are sensitive, highly complex, visible, and controversial and/or involve more than one HR functional area.Policy Development and Guidance
Develop and write compensation documents to include policies, delegations of authority, IHS circulars, special general memorandum, standard operating procedures, fact sheets, memorandum, delegations of agreement, and leadership briefings. Applies an in-depth understanding of compensation decisions and precedents to modify or establish new HR policies, and guidance.Program Evaluation
Independently conducts and/or directs the conduct of surveys, studies, or evaluations relating to Title 5 and Title 38 compensation. Determines scope of project based on initial discussion with senior management officials. Manages the project to include data gathering, analysis, and report writing phases. Continually evaluates approval processes, taking into consideration HHS and OPM requirements, to develop more effective and efficient HR processes. Utilizes automated OHR systems, for recruitment and personnel processing as well as IHS and HHS databases, to fully support policy and program evaluation activities. Analyzes vacancy rates, turnover rates, compensation data and other pertinent information to determine which occupational series most need a Title 38 SSR or an increase to an already authorized SSR.Compensation Management Case AuditingCoordinate the review and submission of compensation cases for higher level review and approval in accordance with expected timeframes. Conduct, develop and analyze compensation cases include Title 38 PDP, 3Rs, waivers of overpayment, reemployed annuitant dual compensation waivers, etc. Provide status information and/or operational guidance to customers on relevant processes and documents which need to be completed for a particular activity.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust pass pre-employment examination.Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial periodESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial periodU.S. Citizenship is requiredSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit .Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):Human Resources Management Series 0201 (opm.gov)
In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing all of the following types of work and/or tasks:
Qualifying Examples of Specialized Experience must include all of the following types of experience:
1. Experience applying compensation concepts, data and cost analyses, laws, regulations, and policies to advise customers and management; AND;
2. Experience developing policies, procedures, and guidance documents; AND;
3. Experience ensuring HR and/or compensation programs are managed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Education
There are no education requirements.
Additional informationThis position is eligible for workplace flexibilities which may include telework options, and/or flexible work scheduling. These flexibilities may be requested in accordance with the HHS Workplace Flexibilities policy. .
Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement.
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This cr Help

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Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.
To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against the qualifications as defined in the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement and your responses to the assessment questions.
You will be further evaluated/rated based on the information provided in your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to this position) and your responses to the assessment questions to determine your competency in the following.Interpersonal SkillsPlanning and EvaluatingTechnical CompetenceWritten Communication
You will receive a numeric rating based on your responses to the assessment questionnaires. If after reviewing your resume and responses to the assessment questions, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration.
The following links below provide information on how you may be eligible for various hiring authorities. If you are a Veteran, qualified CTAP and ICTAP eligible, or an individual with a disability, please refer to the following links below for additional guidance. CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a "well qualified" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Workforce Restructuring Career Transition website at: . CTAP/ICTAP documentation requirements are listed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
Veterans, i.e. (VEOA, VRA, and 30% or more disabled) - Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) - Interagency Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) - Schedule A Appointments for the Disabled -
Click here to view vacancy questions: . All documents above MUST be received by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 12/11/2024, to be considered.