Assistant Human Resources Officer, Job in Gainesville - 97646923 - ZARFO1HFMONIK

Job Title:
ASSISTANT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER,

Department:
Department Of Veterans Affairs

Agency:
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

Job Announcement Number:
11-8004-LT

SALARY RANGE:
$68,809.00 - $106,369.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, March 10, 2011 to Saturday, December 31, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:GS-0201-12/13

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full-Time  Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy - Gainesville, FL

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:Gainesville is located in beautiful North Central Florida, amidst gently rolling hills and prairies and with a most agreeable climate. We are within close proximity of the pristine beaches of the Atlantic coast and the fishing villages of the Gulf of Mexico. Gainesville is a vibrant community with numerous and highly accessible cultural, recreational, and athletic activities, with affordable living options and lovely communities, Florida has a low cost of living and no state income tax.

The incumbent serves as full assistant to the Chief, Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) and has delegated responsibility for the planning, direction, control, coordination, operation and evaluation of the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System (NF/SG VHS) human resources management function of the scope, variety, and quality prescribed in VA Handbooks, CFR, and related policy issuances of the Department of Veterans Affairs and other interested agencies of the government. 

If you previously applied to 10-970-LT, you will have to re-apply to be considered.

Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Gainesville, FL


The incumbent serves as full assistant to the Chief, Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) and has delegated responsibility for the planning, direction, control, coordination, operation and evaluation of the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System (NF/SG VHS) human resources management function of the scope, variety, and quality prescribed in VA Handbooks, CFR, and related policy issuances of the Department of Veterans Affairs and other interested agencies of the government. He/she supervises and directs HRMS, thereby relieving the Chief, HRMS to provide broad and in-depth support to top management in the overall operation of the NF/SG VHS.The incumbent also participates in the formulation of human resources policies.In the absence of the Chief, HRMS maintains a close working relationship with the Medical Center Director, Associate Director, Chief of Staff and all Service Chiefs.Constantly evaluates program activities; insuring appropriate response to the broad needs of management; and initiates changes and revisions to human resources administration policies, implementing operating instructions and carrying them out when they are approved.The incumbent must be fully aware of the local Affirmative Action Plans and participates to the maximum extent.Provides staff service, advice and guidance to all supervisory levels on human resources management principles, techniques, and on acceptable personnelpractices as well as technical advice on propriety of statutory, regulatory and procedural requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Candidates must be citizens of the United States.One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level.Specialized experience is that which demonstrated a broad working knowledge of Federal civilian personnel rules and regulations. Time-in-grade requirements must be met.

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

After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

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.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below. When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc.

1.Ability to supervise and lead human resources professional, technical, and support staff, including teambuilding skills.

2.Ability to efficiently and responsively manage employee recruitment and retention for a large organization. (Describe experience and accomplishments.)

3.Ability to manage employee and labor relations for a large organization.(Example: Work done with unions, partnership councils, developing upward mobility training, employee development programs, etc.)

4.Ability to develop and implement strategic and process improvement plans.

5.Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a variety of audiences from a management perspective.

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

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

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.


HOW TO APPLY:

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with.

If you are claiming veterans' preference or eligibility for VRA or VEOA, provide basic eligibility information in your cover letter. You will be contacted to request submission of the DD-214 and, if disabled, an SF-15 with letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Tentative five-point preference will be granted to Veterans initially. Full preference will be granted upon receipt of your paperwork.

Current NF/SGVHS employees submit VAF 4078 (by closing date) and responses to Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (to also be returned no later than  the closing date) to Human Resources.  It is important to note that updated resumes and any other accompanying documentation should be provided.  Current and former Federal employees must also include a copy of their latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action and latest Performance Appraisal.

Other eligible applicants submit resume or OF-612, Optional Application for Employment, OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and responses to Knowledge, Skills and Abilities by the closing date.

ICTAP/ CTAP eligibles must submit a copy of the RIF notice, Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), or notice of proposed separation with your application.  

If you need additional information, please contact Human Resources at (352) 374-6009.

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

HUMAN RESOURCES
Phone: 352-376-1611 EXT 6009 Agency Information:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
1601 SW ARCHER ROAD
GAINESVILLE, FL 32608
US

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:Qualified applicants will be referred for consideration.