HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (INFORMATION SYSTEMS)

As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (INFORMATION SYSTEMS) at the GS-0201-13/14 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and execute DoW wide projects and studies concerning HR information systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of HR program issues and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Monitor the primary contractor for HR information systems to ensure schedules are met, requirements are addressed, and system changes are resolved efficiently.
• Work with contractors and personnel to program adequate resources for enterprise operations.
• Ensure information management and civilian HR policies are followed and that technical plans align with program priorities.

• 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 Incentives: May be authorized.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

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

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

• Advanced knowledge of HR principles and HR information systems to independently manage program operations and resolve complex, non-routine system and policy issues.
• Utilize a thorough knowledge of Federal and DoW personnel regulations to interpret policies, provide authoritative guidance to agency stakeholders, and recommend program-level procedural updates.
• Employ a wide range of qualitative and quantitative analytical methods to evaluate program effectiveness, identify system inefficiencies, and implement modernization or process-improvement initiatives.
• Plan, organize, and conduct studies of complex HR programs and information systems, developing actionable solutions for systemic or controversial issues within the program.
• Lead project teams, coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, and collaborate with management to secure agreement on and implementation of system or program modifications.

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service:

• Expert knowledge of HR principles, business process reengineering, and HR information systems to resolve major conflicts in policy and program objectives.
• Deep understanding of Federal personnel management laws, regulations, and policies to research, interpret, and develop HR initiatives that impact the entire department.
• Utilize a wide range of analytical and quantitative methods to assess, improve, and modernize complex HR programs, processes, and systems within the DoW's organizational structure.
• Demonstrated skill in designing and conducting comprehensive program studies to develop solutions for broad, important, and severe HR policy and system issues.
• Experienced in leading study teams and conducting critical negotiations with management to gain acceptance and implementation of recommendations.

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.



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



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: .

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see )

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.

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Other Notes:
Re-employed Annuitant: This position Does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:

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