HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (EMPL REL/LABOR REL)

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, 0201 Series. (GS-09) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Human Resources Management, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but wellprecedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of specialized experience and education as described above. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. (GS-11) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes fundamental knowledge of a wide range of HRM concepts, laws, policies, practices, analytical, and diagnostic methods and techniques to identify, evaluate, and recommend to management appropriate HR interventions to resolve a wide range of complex, interrelated HRM problems and issues. Knowledge of a wide range of HR case law, principles, practices, and regulations sufficient to perform detailed analyses and draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations using legal research methods, information-gathering techniques, and analytical skill to locate and interpret appropriate precedent and substantive decisions, and/or legal opinions. Knowledge of the full range of labor relations theories, principles, methods, and techniques sufficient to conduct systematic studies to develop management interests and respond to union interests at the bargaining table when issues have a significant impact on mission, involve large numbers of employees and interrelated issues, and potentially can involve considerable cost. Knowledge of employee relations principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements to advise managers about appropriate disciplinary or other corrective techniques for a range of conduct and performance problems and explain rules, procedures, rights, and obligations to employees. OR EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, major areas of study such as Human Resources or related field of study. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of specialized experience and education as described above. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. (GS-09/11) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of basic principles of a Human Resources Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations) or related field. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. Ability to learn basic techniques of a Human Resources Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations). Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. Ability to plan and organize work, and consult effectively with co-workers. (GS-12) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of HRM concepts, laws, policies, practices, analytical, and diagnostic methods and techniques to identify, evaluate, and recommend to management appropriate HR interventions to resolve a wide range of complex, interrelated HRM problems and issues. Knowledge of a wide range of HR case law, principles, practices, and regulations sufficient to perform detailed analyses and draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations using legal research methods, information-gathering techniques, and analytical skill to locate and interpret appropriate precedent and substantive decisions, and/or legal opinions. Knowledge of the full range of labor relations theories, principles, methods, and techniques sufficient to conduct systematic studies to develop management interests and respond to union interests at the bargaining table when issues have a significant impact on mission, involve large numbers of employees and interrelated issues, and potentially can involve considerable cost. Knowledge of employee relations principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements to advise managers about appropriate disciplinary or other corrective techniques for a range of conduct and performance problems and explain rules, procedures, rights, and obligations to employees. (GS-12) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of labor and employee relations concepts, case law, principles, practices, and legal and regulatory requirements sufficient to research, analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions on complex legal issues, problems, and situations and advise managers on appropriate responses to a variety of bargaining unit actions and/or appropriate corrective techniques for a range of conduct and performance issues. Knowledge of the federal Human Resources (HR) management functions, theories, and techniques; the basic relationships of various HR disciplines; and management objectives as they apply to specific matters. Knowledge of the procedures and techniques used in negotiation, mediation, alternate dispute resolution (ADR), arbitration, conflict resolution, coalition and consensus building, etc., and conducting research and fact-finding to advise and represent management in identifying, analyzing, assessing, resolving disputed facts about, interpreting, responding to, and reaching resolution on issues, actions, etc. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel to include explaining rules and procedures to employees and advising on their rights and obligations and encouraging objectivity in situations that may be charged with emotions and assumptions. (Continued in Education)
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. GS-09/11 The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Human Resources Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations), GS-0201-12. (Continued in Duties)