This position is located in GAO's Human Capital Consulting Center (HCCC). The Human Capital Consultant Center (HCCC) directs all aspects of recruitment, classification and hiring process, advising and collaborating with managers to hire quality talent to support GAO's mission in accordance with merit system principles. HCCC works in partnership with GAO managers to make effective use of hiring flexibilities and recruitment strategies to attract and hire a talent and diverse workforce.
Summary
This position is located in GAO's Human Capital Consulting Center (HCCC). The Human Capital Consultant Center (HCCC) directs all aspects of recruitment, classification and hiring process, advising and collaborating with managers to hire quality talent to support GAO's mission in accordance with merit system principles. HCCC works in partnership with GAO managers to make effective use of hiring flexibilities and recruitment strategies to attract and hire a talent and diverse workforce.
As aHuman Capital Consultant, PT-0201-3your typical work assignments may include the following:
Provide comprehensive consultant services in strategic recruitment and placement, including conducting job analysis, developing qualification rating factors and guidance on federal hiring regulations and flexibilities.
Research and identify trends and developments in recruitment and classification, including developing project plans, gather data, and prepare position papers on the potential or actual impact of these trends and developments and develops plans for the transformation of agency's programs.
Advise managers on the appropriate classification and position management of positions and team/unit organizational structures. Complete evaluations and make fine distinctions in the proper crediting of classification factor evaluation levels and allocation of band levels.
Participate as a lead member in the formulation, development, coordination, and implementation of projects, programs, and services for recruitment, staffing, compensation, and classification related functions.
Develop, deliver, and present formal documents and presentations (e.g. briefing papers, visual presentations, training and informational sessions) related to recruitment, staffing, and classification.
Analyze workflows, processes and best practices to create and improve business approaches and recommend ways to streamline processes to improve efficiency and customer service.
You must meet all qualification requirements before the announcement closes.
1. You must be a U.S. citizen
2. You may be required to submit a financial disclosure statement.
3. You must be suitable for federal employment.
4. Registered for Selective Service, if applicable. (www.sss.gov).
5. Completion of a probationary period may be required.
Qualifications
You may qualify at the BAND III level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower band or level equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service, (1) performing and managing recruitment and staffing activities using various hiring flexibilities such as; Non-Competitive Hiring Authorities, Student Employment Hiring Authorities, Veterans Employment Hiring Authorities and Direct Hire Authority; (2) researching and applying human resources regulations, laws, and policies related to position management and classification; (3) conducting HR program evaluation and oversight; (4) and providing comprehensive HR advisory services.
Education
Not Applicable
Additional information
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement.
Salary range for Locations:
Atlanta GA: $100,553- $160,815
Washington DC: $108,250 - $172,276
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO.
Selectees will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. If selected, at the time of appointment, selectees will be required to update the OF-306.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation, please email ReasonableAccommodation@gao.gov.The U.S. Government Accountability Office's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The U.S. Government Accountability Office's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The U.S. GAO is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the GAO require completion of a one or two-year probationary period.
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.
If you meet the qualification requirements stated above, you will be further rated based on your responses to the assessment questions. Please make sure that your responses to the assessment questions are supported in your resume. Please follow all instructions carefully. If you provide incomplete answers, fail to provide a narrative response to any vacancy question(s) that requires further explanation, or if your response to a vacancy question is "see resume", your rating may be affected or you may be determined ineligible.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Classification, Customer Service, Human Capital Management, Oral Communication, Recruitment/Placement, and Writing
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 must provide a complete application package which includes:
Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain a description of the work performed to include hours worked per week, indicating full-time or part-time; and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Please note, if you submit a curriculum vitae, it must contain the aforementioned information. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.
Veteran Hiring Authority Eligibles: VEOA, VRA, and 30% Disabled Veterans must submit adequate proof of active service in the Armed Forces including Member 4 copy of your DD-214, which indicates character of service. To claim 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15 and a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs verifying the percentage of your disability and preference in hiring. To claim 5-Point veterans' preference, you must submit a Member 4 copy of the DD-214 or if you are currently active duty: an official statement of service from your command. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
If you are applying under Military Spouse Preference, you must Proof of marriage to the service member and the service members DD-214 (member 4 copy); or Proof the service member was released or discharged due to a 100 percent disability; or Proof of the service member's death while on active duty.
Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), showing tenure, type of service (competitive/excepted) and the highest grade held.
If you are applying under the Schedule A hiring Authority for individuals with disabilities, you must submit proof disability.
If you are applying as a Former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista Volunteers, you must submit Certification of this volunteer service.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. 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, please contact Relecter Boothat BoothR@gao.gov or BoothR@gao.gov by 4 p.m. on the closing date of the announcement.
For technical issue with USAJOBS: Please refer to the USAJOBS help page.
Government Accountability Office
Human Capital Office
441 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20548
US
Next steps
After the closing date of this announcement, GAO's Human Capital Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications by reviewing your assessment questionnaire and resume to complete an analysis. Please be as complete and thorough as possible. If your application is rated "best-qualified," your name will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. At this point you may be contacted for an interview.
If you do not meet the key requirements, and/or basic qualifications or you fail to submit all required application materials, your application will not be considered.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
You must provide a complete application package which includes:
Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain a description of the work performed to include hours worked per week, indicating full-time or part-time; and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Please note, if you submit a curriculum vitae, it must contain the aforementioned information. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.
Veteran Hiring Authority Eligibles: VEOA, VRA, and 30% Disabled Veterans must submit adequate proof of active service in the Armed Forces including Member 4 copy of your DD-214, which indicates character of service. To claim 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15 and a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs verifying the percentage of your disability and preference in hiring. To claim 5-Point veterans' preference, you must submit a Member 4 copy of the DD-214 or if you are currently active duty: an official statement of service from your command. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
If you are applying under Military Spouse Preference, you must Proof of marriage to the service member and the service members DD-214 (member 4 copy); or Proof the service member was released or discharged due to a 100 percent disability; or Proof of the service member's death while on active duty.
Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), showing tenure, type of service (competitive/excepted) and the highest grade held.
If you are applying under the Schedule A hiring Authority for individuals with disabilities, you must submit proof disability.
If you are applying as a Former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista Volunteers, you must submit Certification of this volunteer service.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. 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, please contact Relecter Boothat BoothR@gao.gov or BoothR@gao.gov by 4 p.m. on the closing date of the announcement.
For technical issue with USAJOBS: Please refer to the USAJOBS help page.
Government Accountability Office
Human Capital Office
441 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20548
US
Next steps
After the closing date of this announcement, GAO's Human Capital Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications by reviewing your assessment questionnaire and resume to complete an analysis. Please be as complete and thorough as possible. If your application is rated "best-qualified," your name will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. At this point you may be contacted for an interview.
If you do not meet the key requirements, and/or basic qualifications or you fail to submit all required application materials, your application will not be considered.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
