Human Resources Officer

Summary This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. Internal to an agency Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the agency Duties As a Human Resources Officer in the United States Attorney's Office (USAO), you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for providing a variety of human resources services to the United States Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Virginia. The Human Resources Unit is also designated as a Delegated Examining Unit (DEU) that oversees the delegated examining activities of other United States Attorney's Offices. **Typical work assignments will include, but are not limited to**: Serving as the authoritative consultant and key advisor to all management officials within the District on all functional areas of Human Resources management. Supervising a Human Resources Staff, making final technical decisions on work problems and products. Reviewing work in progress or upon completion to ascertain problems in accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to procedures and takes appropriate corrective action. Planning, developing, and administering an effective recruitment and retention program, which includes Merit Staffing and Delegated Examining. Providing guidance on position management and classification of positions. Providing advice and assistance on performance management and employee relations. Administering a benefits program. Administering guidance on compensation and leave. Initiating, coordinating, and overseeing special studies, programs, and studies and facilitating the implementation of new or revised policies and programs. **Requirements**: Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable. If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period. **Time-in-Grade**: Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. **Remote work**: You will be required to sign a remote work agreement detailing agency remote work policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. **Qualifications**: **GS-13**: To be eligible at the GS-13 level, you must meet one full year of specialized experience as defined below. **Specialized Experience**: One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level. Specialized Experience must have provided the applicant with the ability to support senior management of an organization through the planning, analyzing, managing and evaluating of a Federal Civilian Human Resources management program in the areas of staffing and recruitment andtwo or more of the following: position classification, performance management and recognition systems, compensation and leave, employee benefits or processing, records management and administration. Education Not applicable Additional information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. **EEO Statement**: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. **Diversity Statement**: 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. **Benefits**: How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be rated on the following Competencies (see The OPM Website for definitions): Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Managing Human Resources, Personnel and Human Resources, and Technical Competence The Occupational Questionnaire will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete. Required Documents You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes: - Required: Your resume showing relevant experience and dates (month/day/year) of employment and work schedule for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time)(cover letter optional). - Required if you are a current or former Feder