Human Resources Officer III

This position is located in the Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of the Director (OD), within the Office of Human Resources. The mission of the DC Department of Human Services is to empower every District resident to reach their full potential by providing meaningful connections to work opportunities, economic assistance, and supportive services. The incumbent plans, develops, implements, and evaluates overall agency human resources and associated labor relations policies and programs by directing subordinate supervisor(s). The complexity of the work is reflected in the need for planning, directing, and integrating a broad range of human resources functions, programs, and services throughout the agency. The work requires consideration of agency productivity, employee morale, legal concerns, and public human resources program issues, and development of solutions, which accommodate conflicting objectives from a variety of organizational entities, groups, and individuals. The work of directing the human resources program is essential to the mission of agency and affects all employees in the agency.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Human Resources Officer Directs subordinate supervisor(s) in the delivery of human resources services to agency employees. Makes decisions on work issues/problems presented by subordinate/supervisor(s) and assigns workload and assignments. Hires, disciplines, trains, evaluates, and promotes subordinate staff. As a member of the agency's senior management team, serves as a consultant in the human resources administration of the agency; and serves as the agency's focal point for human resources inquiries and administrative issues. Conducts human resource strategic planning to attract and recruit candidates for the agency that result in a well-qualified and diverse employment pool/staff. Conducts projects and studies.

The Human Resources Officer works with DCHR entities to ensure proper classification of positions to the appropriate grade, series, and pay plan; and to ensure the accuracy of benefits, retirement, recruitment, and placement of personnel for/within the agency. Works with Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) in the identification, distribution, allocation, and control of FTEs throughout the agency. Establishes a viable agency position control system to maximize available manpower allocations and plan for unique human resource needs. Advises and counsels management in accomplishing organizational and operational goals and identifying and resolving human resource issues.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None

Working Conditions/Environment

The work environment includes an office setting and the work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

Other Significant Facts

First Screening date: November 12, 2025

Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS) - At-Will

MSS At-Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit.

Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations, Suitability – Security.

Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency pursuant to Chapter 12 of DC Personnel Regulations.

Residency Requirement: If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.