This position is located in the District of Columbia Office of Unified Communications (OUC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Human Resource Division. The Human Resources Specialist serves as a liaison between the agency and the D. C. Department of Human Resources and as the initial HR point of contact for the agency. The incumbent is responsible for: providing the full range of technical, assistance, guidance and advisory services to managerial, supervisory, and nonsupervisory staff in the management of human resource activities for the agency; and resolving human resource and administrative issues/problems which he/she must provide the stimulus of resourceful leadership. The work involves the development and submission of HR (personnel action) requests related to recruitment, staffing, position classification, employee and labor relations, training, record management, incentive awards, proposals for adverse action, grievances and appeals, performance evaluations, tours of duty, leave and pay administration, and other human resource matters
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares position vacancy announcements, in collaboration with the manager, supervisor, or other senior-level staff, comparing the vacancy announcements with the position descriptions. Reviews vacancy announcements for quality and accuracy in advertising jobs. In conjunction with the hiring manager, assures that position vacancies are posted in the appropriate media, including newspapers, listings, and websites. Interprets, analyzes, and apply qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans. Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including nonsupervisory, supervisory and managerial with non-specialized and specialized requirements in accordance with regulations, rules, and industry standards.
Prepares and/or reviews Selection Certificates which list eligible job applicants, assuring adherence and compliance with the procedural requirements of the Department of Human Resources (DCHR), and conformance with the goals and objectives of the agency. Conducts personal reference checks on applicants. Identifies, analyzes, and evaluates problems in an effort to improve organizational structure, which includes developing and presenting recommendations and options to avoid or resolve problems. Participates in studies of organizations to determine immediate and long-range needs and advise on approaches to improve overall effectiveness. Develops, analyzes, and evaluates administrative procedures, functions, controls, and systems for the agency. Research, interprets, and applies various pertinent laws and standards including District and Federal regulations and procedures related to personnel matters and administrative issues/problems.
Qualifications and Education
Applicant must possess (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be credible, specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licensure and Certifications
None
Work Environment
The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.
Other Significant Factors
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS- 0201-12
Promotion Potential: No known Promotion Potential
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations. Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.
Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.
