Summary Serves as the Human Resource (HR) Specialist (Employee and Labor Relations) in the Human Resources Directorate, Labor and Employee Relations Division. Responsible for advising and assisting Agency Managers, supervisors and employees on the full range of employee relations' issues. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process. Responsibilities This is a developmental position. Work assignments are progressively complex and intended to broaden your skills and provide you with practical experience to prepare you to perform at the target grade level. At the target grade level, the major duties are: This position serves as a Human Resources (HR) Specialist in the Human Resources Directorate, Labor and Employee Relations Division.. Responsible for advising and assisting DeCA' s managers, supervisors and employees on the full range of employee relations' issues. The assignments typically include matters related to conduct, performance, attendance, dispute resolution as well as performing some work that involves establishing and maintaining effective relationships with labor organizations representing Federal employees, negotiating and administering labor agreements, and providing guidance and consultation to management on a variety of labor relations matters, including nontraditional collaborative approaches. Serve as an action officer and staff specialist responsible for management of existing programs and modification of such programs. Advise management in the labor relations area on the need to consult and/or observe the general bargaining unit agreements, labor organizations, bargaining unit status determinations, basic employee rights/privileges, principles of labor management, status of laws and regulatory requirements, and appropriate representation. This position offers promotion potential to a higher grade. To prepare you for the higher grade, work assignments will be progressively more complex. After meeting all qualifications and requirements for the next grade level and with your supervisor's recommendation, you may be promoted without further competition. However, promotion is neither guaranteed nor automatic. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualifications for series 0201 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date. Your resume (and/or transcript if necessary) must clearly show that you have the qualifications described below. You can use experience, education, superior academic achievement, or a combination of experience and education to qualify. When using education to meet qualifications you must submit transcripts. See Required Documents for more information. To qualify for the GS-7 grade level must possess a minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level or equivalent to at least GS-5 under other federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. OR One full year graduate level education OR Superior academic achievement or a combination of education and experience by the closing date of this announcement. Examples of qualifying Specialized experience for GS-7: Ability to assist in providing limited management employee relations support to assigned organizations. Ability to identify, consider and advise managers, supervisors and employees about relatively common issues or problems such as routine leave or attendance questions or disputes. Ability to perform fact-finding in connection with employee conduct and performance matters of limited scope and complexity. Ability to research applicable laws, policy, and agency precedent and apply fact-finding techniques to gather clear-cut information and/or evidence specific to the employee relations cases. To qualify for the GS-9 position your resume and supporting documents must show that you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level or equivalent to at least GS-7 under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. OR A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree with major study in business administration, public administration, agricultural economics (food industry management), or other fields related to the position OR A combination of experience and education that equals 100% of the qualification requirements. Examples of qualifying Specialized experience for GS-9: Knowledge and ability to assist in providing limited management employee relations support to assigned organizations. Knowledge and ability to identify, consider and advise managers, supervisor and employees about relatively common issues or problems such as routine leave or attendance questions or disputes. Knowledge and ability to perform fact-finding in connection with employee conduct and performance matters of limited scope and complexity. Knowledge and ability to research applicable laws, policy, and agency precedent and apply fact-finding techniques to gather clear-cut information and/or evidence specific to the employee relations cases. To qualify for the GS-11 position your resume and supporting documents must show that you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level or equivalent to at least GS-9 under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. OR 3 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education OR Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree. Examples of qualifying Specialized experience for GS-11: Knowledge and ability to apply analytical skills in regard to employee and relations' assignment. Ability to advise managers about appropriate disciplinary or other corrective techniques that are responsive to a range of conduct and performance problems. Knowledge and ability to draft written disciplinary and adverse actions with some assistance from supervisor. Knowledge and ability to explain rules and procedures to employees and help them understand their rights and obligations. Knowledge and ability to conduct extensive probing and analysis to identify obscure or underlying causes of misconduct or poor performance. To qualify for the GS-12 position your resume and supporting documents must show that you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level or equivalent to at least GS-11 under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. Examples of qualifying Specialized experience for GS-12: Knowledge and ability to provide technically sound advice and assistance on employee relations, discipline, adverse actions, grievances, performance management and recognition, employee counseling and related functions. Knowledge and ability to draft written actions, that are technically and legally proficient with minimum errors. Knowledge and ability to interpret facts and events identifying aggravating or mitigating factors relevant to the case. Knowledge and ability to gather background information and prepare formal correspondence on the full range of disciplinary actions. Knowledge and ability to assure official case files are properly maintained with complete documentation to support recommended or final action. Knowledge and ability to advise and assist employees, managers, and supervisors on grievance procedures and appropriate options for proper resolution of conflicts or problems. Knowledge and ability to provide technically accurate interpretations of negotiated agreements and reconcile conflicting technical viewpoints You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in the position's competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). Employment Case Law Human Resources Programs Legal Research Methods Minimum Qualifications- GS 9 Minimum Qualifications GS-07 (Two-Grade Interval) Minimum Qualifications GS-11 Minimum Qualifications GS-12 Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered Obligated Position: No Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Telework eligible: Yes - as determined by the agency policy. Remote work eligible: No Education USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY. You MUST provide transcripts and/or other documentation to support your educational claims. Transcripts. REQUIRED when using education to meet qualifications or when education is required. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities. Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace to be free of illegal drugs and prohibits the use of illegal drugs both on and off duty by federal employees. As a reminder, marijuana is still classified as an illegal drug by the Federal government and is prohibited for use by Federal employees even if such use is legal in the state where the Federal employee resides and/or works. The Defense Commissary Agency is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace where the use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal service. Upon first appointment to a civilian position in the Federal government, you are entitled only to the lowest step (Step 1) of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this announcement does not suggest or convey an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. The minimum age requirement is generally 18 years. Employing those under 18 may be possible under certain circumstances. If under 18 years of age, ensure you provide documentation showing how you are eligible. Applicants with financial difficulty are not automatically removed from consideration. Selectees are required to complete an online onboarding process. Retired military service members cannot be appointed to a Department of Defense (DoD) civilian position within 180 days of their retirement date. 5 United States Code 3326. PCS Is NOT Authorized. The following may result in a rating of ineligible. Ineligible applicants receive no consideration. Submitting an incomplete application package, such as missing documents, illegible documents, and/or missing information necessary to determine qualifications and eligibility. A resume reflecting part-time (PT)/full-time (FT) or nothing rather than the number of hours worked per week (e.g., 40, 30, 20, etc.) may be considered incomplete. Submitting encrypted documents or uploading Adobe portfolio documents. Submitting any document that contains a photo or image of you. Including social media links, inappropriate material or content, classified or government sensitive information, or personal information such as age, gender, race, religion, or social security number on your resume. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or questionnaire responses. Deliberately attempting to falsify your application information, such as copying portions of this announcement into your resume.