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Summary
The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer position is in the Department of Administrative Services, Human Resources Office (HRO). The HRO provides human resource programs leadership, services, and solutions to enable the U.S. federal courts and the AO to recruit and onboard a highly skilled workforce.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
10/18/2024 to 11/08/2024
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Salary
$207,059 - $230,065 per year
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Pay scale & grade
AE 00
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
00
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Financial disclosure
Yes
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
25-DAS-12576765
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Control number
814092000
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This job is open to
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Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
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Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
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Senior executives
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
Clarification from the agency
This vacancy announcement is open to current or former federal employees and/or current employees of the federal judiciary (AO or U.S. Courts) nationwide. Relocation expenses will not be provided unless specifically authorized by the Director of the AO.
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Duties
The AO is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the Deputy Chief of the Human Resources Office (HRO) responsible for assisting the Chief Human Resources Officer in the leadership, management, and oversight of subordinate staff, including the Benefits Division, Court Human Resources Division, Judges Compensation and Retirement Division, Policy and Strategic Initiatives Division, Training Services Staff, and Business Support Staff. The incumbent will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer.
The duties of the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting the Human Resources Office (HRO) Chief in the leadership, management, and oversight of subordinate staff, including the Benefits Division, Court Human Resources Division, Judges Compensation and Retirement Division, Policy and Strategic Initiatives Division, Training Services Staff, and Business Support Staff.
- Supporting the Judicial Conference Committee on Judicial Resources and their subcommittees, other Judicial Conference Committees, and the Human Resources Advisory Council in the development and drafting of human resources policy proposals for the federal Judiciary; conducting reviews of judiciary policy to promote consistency with Conference approved actions; and identifying discrepancies and take action to resolve.
- Ensuring HRO is resourced to perform its mission and oversee day-today business activities in the office, including financial management, staffing, space, resources, travel, payroll, leave, and training.
- Overseeing the development and execution of annual business plans for the office and monitoring the performance of all office programs.
- Supporting the Chief as a liaison to judges and Judiciary staff regarding HRO programs and initiatives.
- Analyzing proposals and actions by other Judicial Conference Committees, Councils and Working Groups for their impact on issues within the jurisdiction of the Judicial Resources Committee.
- Overseeing the creation of training and continuing education initiatives for the human resources community of practice to support the development and retention of AO and court unit employees.
- Supporting the Chief in developing and maintaining effective communications with internal and external Judiciary customers; and providing advice and guidance to court unit executives, managers, and HR professionals on sensitive and potentially controversial issues involving interpretation of statutes and Judicial conference policy.
- Providing leadership and supporting AO-wide organizational initiatives as a member of the AO Management Network.
- Engaging and coordinating with other government agencies and organizations on behalf of the Judiciary's interests and requirements, including the Office of Personnel Management.
- Assisting the HRO Chief in advising the AO and Judiciary leadership on changes and emerging policy affecting human resources in the federal sector.
- Leading and providing oversight to the HRO internal controls program with a specific focus on HR core operations; and monitoring efforts to ensure errors are reported and deficiencies are addressed in a timely manner.
- Serving as the Acting Chief in the absence of the HRO Chief.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
- Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
- All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check.
- New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
- All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment.
- You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment.
- If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.
Qualifications
Applicants must have demonstrated experience which shows competence in the qualifications as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which includes interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.
Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-15/JSP-15/CL 31 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as follows:
Mandatory Technical Qualifications: The MTQs listed below should be evident in your resume. A supplemental narrative must be uploaded and attached to your application addressing each MTQ listed below. Please limit your response to two pages for each MTQ.
Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-15/JSP-15/CL 31 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as follows:
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and improving human resources programs. Experience managing complex multi-level organizations and providing expert-level human resources advisory oversight and guidance on policy, workforce planning, recruitment, personnel actions, benefits administration, performance management, and other sensitive human resources matters in support of a highly visible large private, federal, court/judicial branch or agency.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications: The MTQs listed below should be evident in your resume. A supplemental narrative must be uploaded and attached to your application addressing each MTQ listed below. Please limit your response to two pages for each MTQ.
- Demonstrated experience in managing a complex human resources management organization and related programs, including workforce/staffing assessment ("work measurement"), classification, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, compensation, employee development and training, human resources information systems, and strategic workforce planning. Experience must include integrating HR operations with the agency's strategic plan, mission, vision, values, and goals.
- Experience managing a complex multi-level HR organization. Experience must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of HR programs and the ability to operate in years that may have constrained program budgets and limited personnel resources.
- Demonstrated experience providing comprehensive guidance and counsel to managers and senior officials on human resources policies. Experience must demonstrate exceptional writing skills and expert-level knowledge, application, analysis, and interpretation of human resources policies.
- Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies: Creativity & Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision.
- Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building.
- Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility.
- Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management.
- Building Coalitions / Communication: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Leadership Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating.
Education
This position does not require education to qualify.
Additional information
The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this job, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume and/or narrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
Benefits
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.
Required Documents
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.
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required:
- Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications.
- MTQ Narrative - Statement addressing the MTQs
- Current or former career AOES/SES members - Provide a copy of your AOES/SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career AOES/SES status or reinstatement eligibility.
- Applicants who have successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) - Submit a copy of your CDP certification.
- ECQ Narrative - A narrative response as part of the application package for each of the following ECQs is mandatory for all applicants who are not current or former career AOES/SES members, and/or completed an OPM approved CDP.
- Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume.
- Current or former Federal Civilian employees - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)to verify current or former Federal employment status.
- Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11/08/2024 to receive consideration. To begin:
- Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
- You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
- You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
- To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12576765.
Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
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Department of Administrative Services
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
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Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required:
- Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications.
- MTQ Narrative - Statement addressing the MTQs
- Current or former career AOES/SES members - Provide a copy of your AOES/SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career AOES/SES status or reinstatement eligibility.
- Applicants who have successfully completed an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) - Submit a copy of your CDP certification.
- ECQ Narrative - A narrative response as part of the application package for each of the following ECQs is mandatory for all applicants who are not current or former career AOES/SES members, and/or completed an OPM approved CDP.
- Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume.
- Current or former Federal Civilian employees - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action)to verify current or former Federal employment status.
- Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11/08/2024 to receive consideration. To begin:
- Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
- You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
- You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
- To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12576765.
Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
- Address
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Department of Administrative Services
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US
Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
The Administrative Office (AO), an agency of the judicial branch of the federal government, is committed to serving and supporting the federal court system of the United States. The AO provides a broad range of legislative, legal, financial, technology, management, administrative and program support services to the federal courts.
The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts is seeking a dynamic, exceptional leader to serve as the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer. This position is classified and paid in the AO Executive Service (AOES). Salary is set commensurate with experience. Benefits are available in accordance with federal and judiciary guidelines.
The AO is committed to attracting the best and brightest applicants in our support of the third branch of government. We take pride in serving the judicial branch and supporting its mission to provide equal justice under law.
This position is designated as confidential or policy-determining under the Administrative Office (AO) Personnel Act, Section 3(a)(5)(B) and, as such, is not covered by the AO's personnel regulations developed under the AO Personnel Act of 1990.
Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
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Department of Administrative Services
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US