Summary The mission of the Antitrust Division is to promote competition by enforcing the antitrust laws to protect economic freedom and opportunity on behalf of the American people. The Antitrust Division has an opening for a Human Resources Specialist to join its dedicated team and gain invaluable experience working in the public interest to protect the competitive process. Are you ready to contribute to matters of national importance that promote a competitive and productive American economy? Responsibilities NOTE: It is desired that the incumbent have or be able to obtain and maintain their Delegated Examining (DE) Certification. Current DE certification must be submitted with application if currently certified. This position is located in the Human Resources Section of the Executive Office (EXO) within the Antitrust Division (ATR). EXO is a very dynamic and fast paced office, delivering the professional management services that power ATR\'s people and mission. Within EXO, the Human Resources Section manages all human resources services, including staffing, classification, training, benefits, and payroll. The Antitrust Division is seeking to fill a Human Resources Specialist (Classification/Recruitment & Placement), GS-0201-12/13 position in the Human Resources Section. The Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice works in the public interest to promote a competitive and productive American economy. The Division\'s work ranges over the entire spectrum of the U.S. economy. Its merger and civil enforcement cases can affect the structure and performance of an entire industry and its criminal enforcement detects and punishes white-collar antitrust crimes that rob American consumers. The Division enforces federal antitrust law, pursuing price-fixing and market allocation schemes, investigating mergers that may substantially reduce competition, and investigating other potentially anti-competitive conduct. The highest priorities of the Division are preventing anti-competitive mergers and acquisitions, curbing abuse of monopoly power, and prosecuting criminal bid-rigging and price-fixing cases. As a Human Resources Specialist, responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to: Providing the full range of human resource services that includes recruitment, competitive (Delegated Examining) staffing, merit promotion, and Recruitment, Retention, Relocation (3Rs) incentives programs, and management activities to ensure position descriptions are current and packages are compliant, including complex and sensitive cases, and processing all personnel and pay actions. Reviewing personnel requests for compliance and provides final authorization for processing all human resource actions and corrections and conducts quality control of personnel actions to eliminate errors. Conducting recruiting outreach efforts by representing the agency at job fairs and at meetings of targeted community groups and/or by using email lists or websites to source applicants. Independently resolving difficult issues/problems requiring consideration of the total HR management program. Maintaining fully documented files and prepares required reports. Developing, coordinating, implementing, and providing recommendations and training on policies for recruitment, staffing, classification, pay and compensation. Coordinating the development and implementation of special hiring initiatives, new programs and conducts workload analysis. Conducting recruitment and outreach efforts by representing the agency at job fairs and at meetings of targeted community groups and/or by using email lists or websites to source applicants. Performing all required HR tasks with an emphasis on providing managers and employees with outstanding customer service As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Please note: Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered for this position. You must undergo a pre-employment security investigation. You may be required to take and successfully clear a drug test. You must submit a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement. You must meet all time-in-grade and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. SELECTIVE SERVICE: All male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service (see SSS.gov). If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law. DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. This position is ineligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit. This is a full-time, non-supervisory permanent appointment in the competitive service, subject to a one-year probationary period in accordance with 5 C.F.R. 315.801 The Antitrust Division participates in the E-Verify program. NOTE: It is desired that the incumbent has DE certification or be able to obtain and maintain their Delegated Examining (DE) Certification. Current DE certification must be submitted with application if currently certified. This position has the option to become remote after the first 6 to 12 months of on-site training. Qualifications To qualify for this position at the GS-0201-12 level, your resume must reflect at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-0201-12 level. Specialized experience is experience obtained in the Federal service or private sector that has provided you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to this position being filled. This experience must be identified in your resume. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the GS-11 level include: Experience with performing staffing and recruitment placement functions under Delegated Examining, Merit Promotion, and other hiring authorities to support actions, coding and providing advice on the processing of a wide range of personnel actions to include accessions, promotions, reassignments, realignments, details, transfers, adverse actions, awards and resignations; Experience with utilizing various HR related automated software programs (i.e. USA Staffing, National Finance Center (NFC), etc.) to gather and evaluate data; and, Experience with administering guidance to management and employees on various HR related topics (i.e., recruitment, staffing placement, and classification). To qualify for this position at the GS-0201-13 level, your resume must reflect at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-0201-12 level. Specialized experience is experience obtained in the Federal service or private sector that has provided you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to this position being filled. This experience must be identified in your resume. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the GS-12 level include: Experience with performing staffing and recruitment placement functions under Delegated Examining, Merit Promotion, and other hiring authorities; providing advice on the processing of a wide range of personnel actions; applying knowledge of Federal human resources (HR) functions and processes in areas such as recruitment, staffing placement, classification, and position management; Experience in presenting and preparing content to a variety of audiences in Federal Human Resources (HR) Management; Experience with utilizing various HR related automated software programs (i.e. USA Staffing, National Finance Center (NFC), etc.) to gather and evaluate data; and, Experience researching, analyzing and applying Federal human resources (HR) law, rule, regulation and policy and ability to manage work and projects in delivery of HR services. Education Substitution of education is not allowed for the GS-12 and GS-13 grade levels. Additional Information The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is online. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over candidates from other agencies for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority over other applicants who are not employees of the Department of Justice if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is online. The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows veterans to apply to announcements that are only open to \"status\" candidates, which means \"current competitive service employees.\" To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, your latest discharge must be issued under honorable conditions (this means an honorable or general discharge), AND you must be either (1) a preference eligible (defined in title 5 U.S.C. 2108(3)), OR (2) a veteran who substantially completed 3 or more years of active service. When applying under VEOA, you must rate and rank among the best qualified when compared to current employee applicants in order to be considered for appointment. Veterans\' preference does not apply to internal agency actions such as promotions, transfers, reassignments and reinstatements. 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Summary This is a TERM appointment (not-to-exceed 2 years, 1 day). Term appointments are non-status, non-permanent appointments of limited duration (more than 1 year but not more than 4). This position is located in the Recruitment and Staffing Branch of the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Smithsonian Institution (SI). The mission of the Branch is to provide recruitment and placement services to all elements of the Smithsonian. Responsibilities The incumbent will provide guidance to National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) on staffing, recruitment, internal placement, and pay administration for application to services provided to customers serviced. Will also perform the following duties: Provides consultative and technical services to program managers and all levels of management on a broad range of human resources management services. Federal and Trust recruitment and staffing issues and provides advice on all phases of the process. Rates and reviews applications and makes determinations on eligibility for appointment. Completes the entire hiring process for Federal and non-Federal appointments: confirming the selection, initiating the background investigation process, obtaining agency record checks and release dates, making the job offer, setting pay, processing the entrance on duty, and conducting new employee orientation. Documents and completes tasks associated with the recruit action using an automated HR system (Monster) for job requisitions. Performs special assignments including participating in public outreach activities (e.g., career fairs, diversity recruitment outreach, informational sessions on recruitment and staffing, etc.) Requirements Conditions of Employment Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation May need to complete a Probationary Period Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. Conditions of Employment Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website. Qualifications GS-12 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position Specialized experience is defined as 1)Completing staffing/placement activities for a range of occupations; 2) drafting announcements using an automated staffing system; and evaluating applications for minimum qualifications; 3) applying applicable laws, regulations, court decisions, and agency/company policies and procedures for recruitment and placement of personnel using HR principles, concepts, and practices while serving as a consultant providing advice and guidance directly to managers and employees on all phases of the recruitment and staffing process. times. GS-13 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system. For this position Specialized experience is defined as 1)Providing professional advisory services in the areas of recruitment and placement, staffing, which demonstrate expertise in conducting research and providing law, rule and regulation in response to management inquiries; 2) Working with managers and subject matter experts in performing job analyses to establish and validate rating, ranking, and selection criteria for varied positions; 3) Consulting with employees and managers, providing advice and guidance, explaining policies and procedures, justify conclusions, and provide alternatives; and 4) Providing customer service to managers, employees, applicants, and leadership in a fast-paced environment requiring quick turnaround times. 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 Education cannot substitute at the GS-12 or GS-13 level. Additional Information This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period. Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.
