HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS)

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, 201 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in depth knowledge of the mission, operating programs, and organizational structure of the program’s functional community. Expert knowledge of a wide range of qualitative or quantitative methods to improve complex management processes and systems or program effectiveness. Comprehensive knowledge of policies, concepts, and procedures affecting organizational functions in order to effectively administer assigned Human Resources employee relations Air Force wide programs. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 organizational structures, missions, objectives, operating programs, key positions, and administrative policies and procedures across a the Air Force to conduct studies, which are frequently ad hoc team efforts, to identify, consider, and recommend options for the resolution of substantive organizational and program issues or complex problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods. Knowledge at an expert level of analytical and evaluative methods, including a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, plus a thorough understanding of how regulatory programs are administered to measure compliance, assess effectiveness, identify deficiencies, analyze trends, and make recommendations for enhancements and improvements of programs and the resolution of problems. Mastery knowledge and experience with Title 5 and Title 10 personnel systems and current DoD and Air Force Human Resources database systems and applications (to include DCPDS, DPMAP, and Business Objects), as well as Cyberfeds, to query, retrieve, research, and analyze information in order to complete assignments. Mastery of and skill in applying policies, procedures, methods, and publicity techniques of business operations to develop, revise, and advise on Human Resources employee relations programs to meet goals and objectives within available resources. Mastery of and skill in applying federal laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, principles, and practices to advise and assist with the Employee-Management Relations program at the Headquarters Air Force level. Skill in justifying, defending, and recommending course of action on an end-to-end employee relations program within serviced organizations. Skill in communicating, both orally and in writing, to provide professional, technically proficient, seasoned consulting to operating managers and other specialists; lead team studies, influence and/or negotiate complex, controversial issues; provide informational briefings and training to include options and recommendations to high-level management; and establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships. Skill in researching/comprehending complex case law/precedent and conducting fact-finding to provide necessary context and determine/confidently recommend to management the best course of action in any given employee relations situation. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, develop, and carry out the full range of employee relations and management advisory services for assigned organizations typified by complex organizational structures and dynamic, professional and/or scientific missions.