Summary The ideal candidate can handle multiple tasks and is service-oriented, technically-proficient, professional in all interactions, and possesses superb communication skills to interact with mission-focused/technical employees, senior-level staff members, and management. Proficiency with USA STAFFING, possession of current delegated examining (DE) certification, and a solid foundation in the theories, principles, and practices of the human resource management field round out the ideal candidate. Responsibilities As a Senior Human Resources Specialist (Generalist), your typical work assignments and/or responsibilities will include assignment to an operational component with responsibility for all areas within HR to include recruitment and placement, classification, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, human resources information systems (HRIS), executive resources, HR policy development, and special projects. More specifically, you will also: Assist leadership and line managers in the development of long-term strategic planning for workforce and succession planning through application of core operations analysis, process re-engineering, trend analysis, position management and strategic recruitment tools. Serve as the primary POC for recruitment and placement activities for an assigned area, ensuring that Delegated Examining and merit promotion procedures and guidelines are properly implemented. Manage the complete recruitment/onboarding process. You will develop a schedule for accomplishing recruitments to include: development and classification of position descriptions (PDs); determining Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and bargaining unit coverage; developing the job analysis, qualification requirements, assessment criteria, and posting positions utilizing USA STAFFING; performing basic qualification analysis; adjudicating veterans' preference; and issuing and auditing selection certificates. Execute processing for all types of appointments and personnel actions, including extensive personnel movement and directives that are proposed management actions in support of decisions that affect organizations, their operational activities, and employees. This includes any preparatory documents that will become part of Reduction-in-Force (RIP) actions. Evaluate position management in assigned organizations within delegated authority and assist managers, supervisors and operating officials on ways to improve structure, work distribution, and the use of employee skills. Provide HR advisory service, solutions and strategies for difficult and controversial problems to USITC management and employees. Trouble shoot areas of non-compliance to identify root causes of errors and proposes solutions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position. You must meet the following United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements for the advertised position. OPM's prescribed Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Human Resources Management Series, 0201 can be found at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0200/human-resources-management-series-0201/. BASIC REQUIREMENT To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 obtained in the federal or private sector applying a wide range of Title 5, human resource management concepts, principles, laws, regulations, procedures, and practices in: recruitment and placement; classification; employee relations; labor relations; performance management; human resources information systems (HRIS); authorization of personnel actions to ensure that processing regulatory and privacy act requirements are met; executive resources; and HR policy. The level of experience must include: researching and evaluating laws, regulations, and precedents; and developing solutions and strategies to address difficult and controversial problems. To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 obtained in the federal or private sector applying a wide range of Title 5, human resource management concepts, principles, laws, regulations, procedures, and practices in: recruitment and placement; classification; employee relations; labor relations; performance management; human resources information systems (HRIS); authorization of personnel actions to ensure that processing, regulatory, and privacy act requirements are met; executive resources; and HR policy. The level of experience must have included progressively responsible professional experience sufficient to show a normal level of progression and senior-level knowledge of the occupation. This level of specific experience should include: researching and evaluating laws, regulations, and precedents; developing solutions and strategies to address difficult and controversial problems; and, serving as an authoritative advisor to management and employees. 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. Education There are no minimum education requirements for this position. Additional Information Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/. Severely disabled persons program information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/hiring/ Cover page to fax paper application - OPM Form 1203fx: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/forms/opm1203fx.pdf Self-assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12542493 Vacancy ID number: MP-24-070-SP Reasonable accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.