DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) serves the American workforce, DOL, and the Congress by providing independent and objective oversight of Departmental programs through audits and investigations, and by combating the influence of labor racketeering in the workplace. We promote the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and integrity of all DOL programs and operations, including those performed by its contractors and grantees. The OIG investigates violations of federal laws, rules, or regulations, as well as investigations of allegations of misconduct on the part of DOL employees. In addition, we conduct criminal investigations to combat the influence of labor racketeering and organized crime in the nation’s labor unions.
The OIG is headquartered in Washington D.C. and employs approximately 360 staff, including 34 field offices located throughout the country.
This position is located in the Office of Management and Policy, Division of Human Resources Management, Branch of Employee Relations, Work life and Compensation. The Division of Human Resources Management (DHRM) directs and coordinates all human resources management activities including staffing, recruitment, position classification and management, employee relations, payroll, suitability,security, drug testing, equal employment opportunity, compensation, training and development, workers compensation and medical assessment.
The incumbent serves as Branch Chief and is responsible for managing the full range of employee relations management advisory and support services to the OIG staff both in the national office and the regions. The Branch implements OIG employee relations, human resources suitability, security, compensation, Web TA and performance management goals and objectives.
No Relocation or Permanent Change of Station Incentives will be offered. No Recruitment Incentives will be offered.
This position is at the full performance level.
This position requires a supervisory probationary period if one has not been met.
This position is outside the Bargaining Unit.
Summary
DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) serves the American workforce, DOL, and the Congress by providing independent and objective oversight of Departmental programs through audits and investigations, and by combating the influence of labor racketeering in the workplace. We promote the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and integrity of all DOL programs and operations, including those performed by its contractors and grantees. The OIG investigates violations of federal laws, rules, or regulations, as well as investigations of allegations of misconduct on the part of DOL employees. In addition, we conduct criminal investigations to combat the influence of labor racketeering and organized crime in the nation’s labor unions.
The OIG is headquartered in Washington D.C. and employs approximately 360 staff, including 34 field offices located throughout the country.
This position is located in the Office of Management and Policy, Division of Human Resources Management, Branch of Employee Relations, Work life and Compensation. The Division of Human Resources Management (DHRM) directs and coordinates all human resources management activities including staffing, recruitment, position classification and management, employee relations, payroll, suitability,security, drug testing, equal employment opportunity, compensation, training and development, workers compensation and medical assessment.
The incumbent serves as Branch Chief and is responsible for managing the full range of employee relations management advisory and support services to the OIG staff both in the national office and the regions. The Branch implements OIG employee relations, human resources suitability, security, compensation, Web TA and performance management goals and objectives.
No Relocation or Permanent Change of Station Incentives will be offered. No Recruitment Incentives will be offered.
This position is at the full performance level.
This position requires a supervisory probationary period if one has not been met.
Exercises supervision and direction for Branch of Employee Relations and Work life staff. Represents and speaks authoritatively for the Human Resources Director, DHRM and the OIG in discussions and meetings with OPM, and other outside organizations and individuals
Directs the performance management and employee relations program for the OIG nationwide. Develops policies and processes to ensure that the highest principles are followed. Drafts disciplinary proposals, decision letters, and the Agency responses to MSPB acknowledgement orders. Conducts case law research and analyzes the Douglas Factors to include all comparator cases to ensure actions are defensible before a third party and are consistent.
Researches, analyses, and evaluates reports of investigation/inquiry to determine appropriate disciplinary action. Advises proposing official on recommended Agency approach and practices regarding reported misconduct and/or performance.
Serves as technical representative in mediation and EEO cases and as a technical advisor during hearing. Testifies as a witness in adversarial proceedings, assist in the development of litigation strategy, and implements remedies related to disciplinary letters and/or penalties as directed/required.
Directs the OIG security and suitability programs assuring the proper designation of position sensitivity for all OIG positions, directing the processing and granting of clearances for OIG employees and others having access to classified information, and ensuring the proper disposition on all candidates for positions in the OIG.
Directs the Medical Assessment Program for the OIG ensuring physical requirements for OIG positions are periodically evaluated and medical standards are developed. Ensures OIG employees receive required medical examinations. Directs the Drug Free Work Place Plan including overseeing drug testing program and ensuring that the goals and objectives of the program are communicated to the workforce.
Advises management on matters of employee performance and morale. Advises management and employees on the requirements and procedures for OIG performance management plans (appraisal systems). Assists management in developing performance plans when necessary. Provides information for performance awards.
Directs the Worker’s Compensation Program under the Federal Employee’s Compensation Act (FECA). Oversees and ensures that cases are processed and that management and employees are informed of their respective rights and responsibilities.
Facilitates quality of work-life programs including OIG flexi-time and flexi-place programs.
Requires a supvy. probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
Subject to financial disclosure requirements.
Applicants must meet time-in-grade, time-after-competitive-appointment and qualifications requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the vacancy to be eligible for consideration for selection. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Qualifications
Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-13, in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience include but is not limited to:
1) Experience using a range of in-depth employee relations theories, principles, practices, and techniques to analyze and evaluate a variety of complex employee conduct, suitability, and discipline problems;
2) Experience providing broad advisory services to employees and management officials at various levels regarding the administraiton and management of employee misconduct, performance, and other Employee Relations matters;
3) Experience with federal security/suitability program work that has provided advanced working knowledge of interpreting federal human resources policies and determining their effect on that program.
4) Experience using analytical and evaluative methods to assess the effectiveness/compliance of disciplinary programs and develop/formulate improvements based on the results of the evaluation; and
5) Thorough knowledge of and experience overseeing federal leave, compensation, benefits, and worklife programs for an Agency.
This position will not be filled until the Department's Placement Assistance Programs have been fully utilized.
Education
There is no substitution of eduction for the required specialized experience at the GS-14 level.
Additional information
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
The Department of Labor does not make unfavorable hiring decisions on the basis of an applicant's previous or current unemployment, or the fact that an applicant has experienced financial difficulty through no fault of his/her own and has undertaken good faith efforts to meet his/her financial obligations. Consideration is given to financial status in relation to appointments only where required by law, regulation, or Executive Order.
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.
Click here for Evaluation details. For Displaced Employees ONLY: if you meet the eligibility requirements for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles will be considered "well-qualified" if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #23 and 26 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP/CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
HR Program Knowledge and Application: Knowledge and application of programs, principles, practices, guidelines, systems and other techniques pertaining to Federal human resources management.
Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence: Knowledge of laws, legal codes, precedents, legal practices and documents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, government organization and functions, and/or third-party proceedings.
Technology Application: Uses machines, tools, and technical investigative equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to obtain, analyze, and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Building Coalitions and Communications: Explains, advocates, and expresses facts and ideas to negotiate with or convince others to work toward common goals; develops a professional network with other organizations and effectively represents an organizational unit and its work to others.
Business Acumen: Develops a thorough understanding regarding the effective use of technology applications to enhance and/or monitor business processes and performance.
Leading Change: Develops and implements an organizational vision that integrates key national and/or program goals, priorities, values, and other factors; balances change and continuity while creating a work environment that encourages creative thinking and improved customer service and program performance.
Leading People: Designs and implements strategies that maximize employee potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the organization’s vision, mission, and goals.
Results Driven: Makes timely and effective decisions and produces results through strategic planning, performance measurement, continuous improvement, and implementation and evaluation of programs and policies.
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. To preview questions please click here.
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.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants:
- Most Recent SF-50 that indicates current grade, step, and competitive status - All status candidates or reinstatement eligibles MUST submit.
* Warning: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step. Ensure you submit your most recent SF-50 indicating grade, step and competitive status to establish your eligibility for this position.
The following documents are required if applicable:
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility.
- DD-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) and showing character of discharge (ex. Member Copy 4 vs. Copy 1)
- Special/Non-Competitive Appointing Authority Documents - Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements):
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received before the job closes – since this job has an application limit of 100 applications, it will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) ON THE DATE THIS LIMIT IS REACHED or ON THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE, whichever OCCURS FIRST. If the job closes on the date the limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the “Agency Contact Information” link. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”.
STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps noted at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 – On the “Application Review” step, click “Submit Application”
The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
Labor, Office of Inspector General
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. S-5028
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
The following documents are required from ALL applicants:
- Most Recent SF-50 that indicates current grade, step, and competitive status - All status candidates or reinstatement eligibles MUST submit.
* Warning: An award SF-50 (ex. cash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step and competitive status. For current DOL employees, an award SF-50 DOES NOT indicate grade and step. Ensure you submit your most recent SF-50 indicating grade, step and competitive status to establish your eligibility for this position.
The following documents are required if applicable:
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents - Only required if requesting priority consideration under ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility.
- DD-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) and showing character of discharge (ex. Member Copy 4 vs. Copy 1)
- Special/Non-Competitive Appointing Authority Documents - Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements):
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received before the job closes – since this job has an application limit of 100 applications, it will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) ON THE DATE THIS LIMIT IS REACHED or ON THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE, whichever OCCURS FIRST. If the job closes on the date the limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, click the “Agency Contact Information” link. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”.
STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps noted at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 – On the “Application Review” step, click “Submit Application”
The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
Labor, Office of Inspector General
200 Constitution Ave., NW
Rm. S-5028
Washington, DC 20210
US
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
