This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/797497100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located Office of Human Resources (OHR) at the Institute of Museum and Library Services (lMLS). The incumbent will be responsible for providing advice, guidance, and consultation in the areas of Labor Relations (LR) and Employee Relations (ER) programs and policies.
06/27/2024 to 07/11/2024
$139,395 - $181,216 per year
GS 14
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
14
No
No
ST-12459516-24-SW
797497100
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
All current and/or former Federal employees that are/were in permanent competitive service positions (status candidates). Well-qualified surplus/displaced Federal employees (CTAP/ICTAP) in the local area; eligibles based on special hiring authority (e.g., Military Spouses, former Overseas employees, VISTA/Peace Corps, etc.), those eligible for Excepted Service Appointment (e.g., Individuals with Disabilities, etc.) and certain veterans (e.g., VEOA eligibles). See "Required Documents".
If selected for the Senior Human Resources Specialist (LR/ER) position, the incumbent serves as a functional expert for the Labor Relations (LR) and Employee Relations (ER) programs. Reviews issuances from OPM and develops guidance and instructions for use by the agency. Trains agency employees on new guidance and monitors the implementation of new guidance to ensure general consistency across the agency. Reviews or initiates reviews of LR/ER situations to identify discrepancies and ensure corrective action is taken. Coordinates the request and collection of proper data and information with the appropriate parties; determines the proper response to all parties. Serves as a specialist/troubleshooter with a responsibility for providing advice to the HR Director on very sensitive or difficult problems that are presented by all staff levels of the agency. Serves as the liaison between employees and senior management for resolution of human resource matters.
Typical work assignments will include but are not limited to the following:
Education is not a substitute for specialized experience at the GS-14 grade level.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodations for USAHIRE .
Career Transition Assistance Programs:
These programs apply 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 CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: OPM Career Transition Assistance Program .
Selective Service Registration:
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see: Selective Service System Registration).
Veterans Preference:
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
HIRING INCENTIVES:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
(CONTINUED): All applicants' qualifications will be evaluated on the below-listed technical competencies, which are required for this position. Please outline experience/ education for these competencies in your resume. The required technical competencies for this position are as follows:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire and Online Assessment (this is completed automatically during the apply online process).
2. Required: Your resume showing relevant experience and dates (month/year) of employment and work schedule
for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time) (cover letter optional). Please limit your resume to 5 pages and include only information that demonstrates you meet the eligibility for this position.
3. Required: A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (current/former federal employees ONLY).
4. Required, if you are a current or former Federal employee: the most recent copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing title, series, grade, and full performance level (FPL). Please note your SF-50 must include your FPL in the remark section (e.g., appointment, reassignment, promotion actions), pay adjustments and awards do not include this information so they are not acceptable.
5. Required, if you are CTAP/ICTAP: Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action: a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
6. Required, if applicable: DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA disability letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities; Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, appraisal).
7. Required, if you are applying as a Schedule (A) applicant: Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility and job readiness under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).
8. Required, if you are eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days.
9. Required, if you are eligible under Certain Family Members Eligible under E.O. 12721: Your most recent non-award SF-50 and performance appraisal.
10. Required, if you are eligible under Certain Military Spouses Eligible under E.O. 13473: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, issued within the last 2 years, that lists you as authorized to accompany the Military member to the new duty permanent station; OR verification of the member's 100% disability (VA Letter); and/or verification of the member's death while on active duty (DD-1300 and Death Certificate) AND verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage).
11. Required, if you are eligible under Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
12. Required, if you are eligible under Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act: Must provide all required documentation to verify eligibility, prior performance, and qualifications for the target position. Click on the link for information and eligibility requirements under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act: Land Management Workforce Eligibility Act. Land Management Eligibles must compete under competitive merit promotion procedures and meet all applicable requirements as such.
NOTE: Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.
Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available, and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
1. To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
2. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
3. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
4. After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system. This message will be delivered to you via email notification. The email may be routed to your "Spam" or "Junk" folder.
5. If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Click here for Computer System Requirements(https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=USA_Hire_System_Requirements)
6. Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found in your USAJOBS account under the "Track my Application" link for the corresponding application.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodations for Reasonable Accommodations for USAHIRE.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https://www.usajobs.gov. On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this Application" link on the right under the application date. The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact IMLS at recruiting@imls.gov or contact IMLS at 202-653-4676, to obtain an alternative application.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12459516
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments. To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessments.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You will receive another notification about the status of your application. If referred, you may be asked to conduct a structured interview.
We expect to make a job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a preliminary suitability/security background investigation to determine entry on duty.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire and Online Assessment (this is completed automatically during the apply online process).
2. Required: Your resume showing relevant experience and dates (month/year) of employment and work schedule
for each (e.g., part-time XX hours per week or full-time) (cover letter optional). Please limit your resume to 5 pages and include only information that demonstrates you meet the eligibility for this position.
3. Required: A copy of your most recent performance appraisal (current/former federal employees ONLY).
4. Required, if you are a current or former Federal employee: the most recent copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing title, series, grade, and full performance level (FPL). Please note your SF-50 must include your FPL in the remark section (e.g., appointment, reassignment, promotion actions), pay adjustments and awards do not include this information so they are not acceptable.
5. Required, if you are CTAP/ICTAP: Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action: a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.
6. Required, if applicable: DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA disability letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities; Non-competitive appointment authority documentation, appraisal).
7. Required, if you are applying as a Schedule (A) applicant: Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation office citing your eligibility and job readiness under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).
8. Required, if you are eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days.
9. Required, if you are eligible under Certain Family Members Eligible under E.O. 12721: Your most recent non-award SF-50 and performance appraisal.
10. Required, if you are eligible under Certain Military Spouses Eligible under E.O. 13473: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, issued within the last 2 years, that lists you as authorized to accompany the Military member to the new duty permanent station; OR verification of the member's 100% disability (VA Letter); and/or verification of the member's death while on active duty (DD-1300 and Death Certificate) AND verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage).
11. Required, if you are eligible under Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
12. Required, if you are eligible under Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act: Must provide all required documentation to verify eligibility, prior performance, and qualifications for the target position. Click on the link for information and eligibility requirements under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act: Land Management Workforce Eligibility Act. Land Management Eligibles must compete under competitive merit promotion procedures and meet all applicable requirements as such.
NOTE: Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.
Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available, and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
1. To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
2. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
3. Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
4. After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system. This message will be delivered to you via email notification. The email may be routed to your "Spam" or "Junk" folder.
5. If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Click here for Computer System Requirements(https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=USA_Hire_System_Requirements)
6. Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found in your USAJOBS account under the "Track my Application" link for the corresponding application.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodations for Reasonable Accommodations for USAHIRE.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https://usajobs.gov). There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https://www.usajobs.gov. On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this Application" link on the right under the application date. The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact IMLS at recruiting@imls.gov or contact IMLS at 202-653-4676, to obtain an alternative application.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12459516
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments. To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessments.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You will receive another notification about the status of your application. If referred, you may be asked to conduct a structured interview.
We expect to make a job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a preliminary suitability/security background investigation to determine entry on duty.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/797497100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America's museums, libraries, and related organizations through grant-making, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities.
The position is located within the Office of Human Resources. IMLS is located inside the L'Enfant Shopping Plaza in SW Washington, D.C., and is accessible by public transportation (L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station). IMLS is connected to the L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station and VRE Station stop, and is within walking distance to the Spy Museum, numerous restaurants, shops, and governmental agencies. IMLS offers Work/life options, transit subsidy, and student loan assistance programs. Information about the Institute of Museum and Library Services can be found at http:// www.imls.gov
As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.