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Human Resources Officer

Department of the Treasury
Treasury, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
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Summary

This supervisory position is located in the Office of Human Resources (OHR), reporting to the Deputy Associate Director, Management Division. This position is responsible for the management and direction of the human resources management program within the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. This program fosters a climate of creative and innovative problem solving and providing outstanding customer service.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
04/23/2020 to 05/06/2020
Salary
$142,701 to - $170,800 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Vienna, VA
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - 1-5 nights per month
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent - Full-time
Work schedule
Full-time - Career/Career Conditional
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
15
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
20-FinCEN-67
Control number
566374400

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Clarification from the agency

All candidates who are: Current Treasury internal employees who are qualifying as Status Candidates, OR CTAP eligibles.

Duties

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1-Non Sensitive: This is a non-sensitive position designated as high risk public trust, favorable adjudication of a Tier 4 investigation is required. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Continued employment with FinCEN is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the Tier 4 level background investigation, the results of which fully meet the FinCEN's special employment criteria. All employees are subject to satisfactory completion of periodic reinvestigation and a continuing life style in conformity with applicable national and FinCEN directives. Any unfavorable information developed during an investigation or other official inquiry may result in termination of employment in accordance with established security policies and procedures.

As a Human Resources Officer, you will:

  • Serve as the bureau Human Resources Officer. Plan, develop, direct, and administer a comprehensive human resources management program for all bureau employees. Supervise an immediate staff of three supervisors, contractors, and support personnel (including shared service providers) involved in the full range of human resources management functions. Participate in operational planning with top level management to determine the effect of proposed changes to the human resource management programs.
  • Supervise a staff of Human Resources Management Specialists, contractors, and support personnel (including shared service providers) through grade GS-14 engaged in policy development and implementation, review and analysis, and technical guidance in all areas of human resources management. 
  • Ensure determinations and decisions concerning major policy and courses of action are consistent with laws and regulations governing administration of employees. Develop and implement policy and program guidance in the area of human resources management.
  • Represent the bureau in planning and development of human resources management program objectives and resolution of major issues involving OMB, OPM, Congress, and other executive agencies. 
  • Provide staff leadership and direction for planning, development, operation and evaluation of a comprehensive HR management program for the bureau. Human resources management program responsibilities include recruitment, placement, employee and leadership training and development, position management and classification, wage administration, compensation, payroll services, employee relations, awards, performance management, Human Capital strategic planning, and a wide range of special programs such as career interns, etc. Provide leadership for the recruitment, retention, and utilization of a qualified work force in support of bureau missions.  

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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  • Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals

The experience may have been gained in either the public or private sector. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30  days of the closing date of this announcement.

For the GS-15, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

  • Independently providing detailed technical advice/consulting support to senior agency managers specific to Title 5 in at least 6 of the following areas: Human Capital Strategy, Human Capital Evaluation, Workforce Analytics, Talent Management, Recruitment and Placement/Staffing, Position Management and Classification, Pay Setting and Administration, Benefits and Compensation, Human Capital Policy, Employee Relations and Performance Management, Payroll Services, Workforce Planning, or Talent Development and Training; and
  • Leading or supervising the work of HR staff members; and
  • Identifying and using metrics to support HR initiatives, recommendations, decisions or programs.


In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:
For the GS-15, you must have been at the GS-14level for 52 weeks.

Additional information

Become part of the team that safeguards the financial system from the abuses of financial crime. At the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), we are at the forefront in preventing and detecting terrorist financing, money laundering, and other financial crime. Serve at the nation's financial intelligence unit and protect the United States financial system from criminals and terrorist financiers.

- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. 
- Relocation expenses: No
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- We offer opportunities for telework.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.  Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- Public Trust – Background Investigation will be required.

All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status of a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership, non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor. To file a complaint of discrimination, contact FinCEN, Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity on (703) 905-5052 or TDD (703) 905-3838.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a “not qualified” determination.

Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Human Capital Management, Leadership, Communication, and Critical Thinking. Your application will be rated and ranked among others, based on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position.  Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration.  You may be required to participate in a selection interview. 

If you are a displaced or surplus Treasury Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)) you must receive a score of 85 or better to be rated as “well qualified" to receive special selection priority.


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