Human Resources Specialist Job in New Orleans Metro area - 97387556 - ZATR8MAW81T7S

Job Title:
Human Resources Specialist

Department:
Department Of Veterans Affairs

Agency:
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

Job Announcement Number:
11-211

SALARY RANGE:
$47,448.00 - $89,450.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, March 10, 2011 to Friday, September 30, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:GS-0201-09/12

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full-Time.  Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  

Permanent

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy - New Orleans Metro area, LA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from current and former competitive service Federal employees, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.

JOB SUMMARY:

A Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive may be authorized in filling this vacancy.Excludes Guaranteed Home Buy Out (GHBO).This is a non-bargaining unit position.  Gives comprehensive Human Resource (HR) advice and assistance to top management, service line directors, other management officials, employees, Regional Counsel, ORM, the unions and other officials as appropriate.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Federal employees must achieve time in grade to qualify

Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - New Orleans Metro area, LA

NOTE:This position is opened until filled and the first cutoff date is March 21, 2011

DUTY LOCATION: Human Resources Management Service, New Orleans, LA

NOTE:A Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive may be authorized in filling this vacancy. Excludes Guaranteed Home Buy Out.This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Serves as a generalist giving advisory and technical guidance to those assigned individuals/organizations identified above in recruitment and staffing issues, position management and classification, employee benefits, performance management and competency issues, compensation and pay issues, and other related HR areas.  Serves as the primary contact, advice and guidance includes comprehensive HR principles, laws and methods in order to resolve a wide range of problems/issues.  Reviews all assigned recruitment requests ensuring all required documentation is submitted by services.  Uses all extensive recruitment sources to obtain a list of best-qualified candidates for each position vacancy.  Reviews position vacancy files, assists with rating and ranking candidates, job panels, and certificates as needed. Reviews all assigned positions for correct pay administration.  Uses pay setting and adjusting techniques.  This includes pay for title 5 and title 38 employees, special rates, locality pay, grade and pay retention, premium pay, etc. Extends full range of authority to meet and/or exceed needs of the customer.  Tact and professionalism will be maintained at all times. Confidentiality will be maintained at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: OPM's Group Coverage Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management Positions.

GS-09: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7 or master's or equivalent graduate degree or two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related.

GS-11: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-9 or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. if related.

GS–12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least next lower grade level.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:Experience that equipped the applicant with theparticular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.

You will need to demonstrate proficiency in writing, reading and speaking
English

You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.

You must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the closing date of this announcement.

You must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. You can self-certify by submitting a statement that you can type this speed.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated based on the detailed information submitted in your resume that reflects your knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to meet the qualification of this position.Although you are not required to submit essay-style responses to the individual KSAs specifically in your initial resume/application package, your resume should contain enough detailed information to reflect the fact that you possess the following KSAs:

Please address all of the following rating factors:

1.    Ability to maintain an assigned block of services, both Title 5 and Title 38, to ensure timely completion of all HR functions related to the block of assignment.

2.    Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.

3.    Ability to efficiently and responsibly manage employee recruitment and retention for a large organization.  Describe experience and accomplishments. 

4.    Ability to communicate orally and in writing (e.g. strong customer service skills, experience speaking in meetings or making presentations to groups, and experience in writing policy documents and preparing responses to inquiries from a variety of sources). 

5.    Ability to establish priorities and to adjust to and respond to changing issues, requirements and situations.

BENEFITS:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.

Qualified federal employees may be covered by our child care subsidy program or dependent care flexible spending account. Our human resources office can provide additional information on eligibility. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#CCRS

You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
OTHER INFORMATION:

When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.

You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.

The materials you send with your application will not be returned.

If you fax your application, we will not consider it.

Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.

You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

HOW TO APPLY:You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants from outside the Southeast Louisiana Health Care System must submit the following information: 

1.  Optional Application for Federal Employment, OF-612;or a Resume containing all information required by the OF-612

2.   Copy of most recent SF-50 that shows your current title, series, grade   and tenure  

3.   Form OF-306 (Declaration of Federal Employment)

4.   Most recent Annual Performance Appraisal

5.    VA Form 5-4676a, Employee Supplemental Qualifications Statement or bond paper addressing your possession of the rating factors

6.    VA Form 5-4667b, Supervisory Appraisal of Employee for Promotion

7.    Education above the high school level will not be credited without verification (e.g., transcript).  Transcript must be submitted with application.

8.    Applications must be received in Human Resources on or before the closing date of this announcement.

Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System Applicants Only:  The application package should include the following items: VA Form 4078: Application for Promotion or Reassignment, VA Form 5-4676A: Employee Supplemental Qualification Statement (will be used to determine the best qualified candidates); VA Form 4667B: Supervisory Appraisal of Employee for Promotion.

EVIDENCE OF VETERANS' PREFERENCE If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you must submit your DD Form 214 or an SF-15, Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference with appropriate supporting documentation.  

YOUR APPLICATION OR RESUME MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1.    Job announcement number, job title, and grade level.

2.    Your full name, social security number, mailing address, and telephone number(s).

3.    Education, training, and/or work experience.

4.    Information about previous Federal employment (SF-50), including salary (or highest GS level)

5.    Country of citizenship.

6.    All other supplemental information, i.e., SF-50, Latest Performance Appraisal, transcript, DD-214 (if required), etc.

7.    Application packages cannot be accepted beyond the closing time.

8.    All applications and supplemental information must have your name and announcement number on each page.

9.    Supplemental information must be mailed to the address above.

Application forms are available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/index.htm and http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/.

Application mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Denise Blutcher, HR Specialist
Phone: 504-558-1414 Agency Information:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
1555 Poydras Street
Suite 1300
New Orleans, LA 70112
US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY FAX OR E-MAIL

YOUR APPLICATION OR RESUME MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1.Job announcement number, job title, and grade level.

2.Your full name, social security number, mailing address, and telephone number(s).

3.Education, training, and/or work experience.

4.Information about previous Federal employment (SF-50), including salary (or highest

GS level)

5.Country of citizenship.

6.All other supplemental information, i.e., SF-50, Latest Performance Appraisal, transcript, DD-214 (if required), etc.

7.Application packages cannot be accepted beyond the closing time.

8.All applications and supplemental information must have your name and announcement number on each page.

9.Supplemental information must be mailed to the address above

Application forms are available at http://www.opm.gov/forms/index.htm and http://vaww.va.gov/vaforms/.

EVIDENCE OF VETERANS' PREFERENCE:If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you must submit your DD Form 214 or an SF-15, Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference with appropriate supporting documentation.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT:Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility. The qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration and interview.

POINT OF CONTACT FOR THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT:Denise Blutcher, HR Specialist (504) 558-1414.

APPLICANT'S PLEASE NOTE:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website:http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.htmlAll education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.

INCOMPLETE PACKAGES:Failure to submit a complete application package, as stated in the announcement, will result in your application not being rated.

NO POSTAGE PAID ENVELOPE:In accordance with 18 USC 1719 and USC 3201 the use of postage paid government envelopes for filing job applications is a violation of federal law and regulations.

PBI INTERVIEWS: Any interviews that may be conducted will utilize the Performance Based Interviewing process (PBIs).For more information on the performance-based interview process, see http://www.va.gov/pbi

SPECIAL NOTE FOR CTAP/ICTAP ELIGIBLES: Agency Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP).Federal Employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and copy of their most recent SF50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization or other non-merit factors.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Federal agencies provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, contact the hiring agency.The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.