HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT)

Duties
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As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT) at the GS-0201-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Manages the Performance Management (PM) program for DSCA.
• Provides matter expertise regarding PM policy as well as the development, implementation, and evaluation of the program within DSCA.
• Advises, assists, coaches, and counsels management on the day-to-day administration of the PM program.
• Advises organizations on how to effectively use employee appraisal and awards programs.
• Advises management regarding mandatory requirements such as employee performance plan issuances, quarterly and midpoint reviews, and final performance reviews.
• Manages the implementation of the PM system, to include conducting training sessions and developing processes to educate agency supervisors/managers and employees about existing performance processes and systems.
• Develops and recommends changes to communications and reminders of the PM program.
• Provides authoritative assistance regarding performance appraisal procedures and processes, training, and reporting on performance evaluation results. Advises and assists management with policy questions concerning the PM process, performance plans, appraisals, feedback, and performance-based awards.
• Assist with the establishment of critical elements and standards and aligning employee plans with organizational goals and overall adequacy of employee performance plans.
• Researches fact, legal precedents, and defines legal and factual parameters/issues on performance and award related matters.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives: May be Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act: Non-Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service:

• Providing strategies and corrective measures on the day-to-day administration of the Defense Performance Management and Appraisal Program (DPMAP); using knowledge of Performance Management principles and practices to address performance and employee recognition issues; advising supervisors/managers and employees on how to effectively use the employee appraisal system and the awards programs; conducting training sessions to educate agency supervisors/managers and employees on the performance management tool. ; OR

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service:

• providing comprehensive advice and guidance on the administration of the Defense Performance Management and Appraisal Program (DPMAP); developing and conducting training sessions to educate agency on the performance management tool and processes; assisting supervisors/managers with writing SMART critical elements and standards; providing advice and technical services correcting/addressing performance deficiencies and regulatory requirements, agency policies and practices to resolve grievances and appeals.

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

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

Incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United States Code, Section 384 and Security Cooperation Workforce Certification Program 2.0 requirements. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Basic-level certification courses within one year.
Requirements for Proficiency Level 1 - At least 1 year of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Foundational level certification requirements within one year of entering the SC position. In addition, 40 hours of continuing education (CUE) every two years.

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. For more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ .

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/ )

The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.

Selective Service Requirement: Please visit http://www.sss.gov for more information.

For more information, please visit
https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Other Notes:

Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does/Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF?ver=LQ7feWw-8-5DI2tceUpmgA%3d%3d

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).