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The position is in the Workforce Relations Branch (WRB), Division of Human Resource Management (HRM), Office of Information and Resource Management (OIRM), National Science Foundation (NSF). The WRB provides human resources management (HRM) advisory, consultation and processing services to the NSF Employee and Labor Relations Programs, Performance Management Program, and Incentive Awards Program.
Learn more about this agency10/29/2021 to 11/05/2021
$103,690 - $134,798 per year
GS 13
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
13
No
No
HRM-2022-0003
619650400
NSF agency employee on OR eligible for permanent competitive service appointments.
SEEKING AN INNOVATIVE, CUSTOMER-ORIENTED, TEAM PLAYER TO JOIN OUR WORKFORCE RELATIONS BRANCH. If you are an individual with a background in addressing complex employee and labor relations issues, this may be the job for you. If you are interested in a dynamic, fast-paced, and autonomous work environment, look no further. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of Information and Resource Management (OIRM) serves as a strategic partner with NSF Directorates and Offices, providing seamless support and guidance in human capital planning and development activities. We are committed to providing outstanding customer service, implementing innovative programs and initiatives, and engaging in results-oriented business practices. Ideal candidates have a commitment to guiding transformation, a strong customer focus, and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. We guarantee you will never be bored in our high-energy, engaged workplace.
As a HR Specialist (Employee and Labor Relations) you will:
Provide technical authority advisory services on ER/LR including performance management and recognition program. Participates with the Branch Chief and other senior staff in the development of written policy, procedural, planning and guidance materials on employee relations program areas as well as in the preparation of reports, bulletins, circulars, instructions, and guidelines necessary for program implementation and administration.
Exercise the following authorities and responsibilities; ensures that NSF's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are adopted and integrated into all assignments.
Act as a liaison between labor and management to provide guidance and training to management staff regarding the interpretation/application of the CBA, employee rights to union representation, the union’s right to attend formal meetings, negotiability and representational issues and official time.
Develop, administer, and evaluate ER/LR programs’ elements in such areas as discipline, adverse actions, administrative/negotiated grievances and appeals, standards of conduct, counseling and referral services, union agreements, collective bargaining agreements, and violence in the workplace programs as a technical authority.
Consults with other HRM staff as needed to explore alternatives and to develop constructive and coordinated solutions to complex and sensitive organizational problems.
Prepare disciplinary, performance-based, and adverse actions and other supporting documents required to take disciplinary and adverse actions.
Provide staff assistance and advice in developing a communications program designed to provide guidance to management and employees on effective two-way flow of information and consultation on work problems and personnel policy questions.
Exercise professional judgment and originality in developing innovative solutions in areas where guidance is conflicting or entirely lacking.
Formulate and prepares responses to inquiries from members of Congress, OPM, Union, FLRA, FSIP, employees and other interested parties concerning regulatory, administrative, collective bargaining agreement, policy applications to management matters, requiring considerable research to obtain, verify, and provide the desired information.
Competencies:
Employee Relations
Labor Relations
Organization/Time Management
Written Communication
Oral Communication
Representation and Team Collaboration
It is NSF policy that NSF personnel employed at or IPAs detailed to NSF are not permitted to participate in foreign government talent recruitment programs. Failure to comply with this NSF policy could result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from Federal Service or termination of an IPA assignment and referral to the Office of Inspector General. Foreign Talent Definitions
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is work that involves the ability to provide guidance, advice and assistance to management and employees in preventing and resolving a wide range of complex work-related problems. Examples of specialized experience includes serving as a senior level consultant in labor and employee relations programs; developing, administering, and evaluating policies and plans on adverse actions, discipline, grievances and appeals, performance management, incentive awards, leave regulations and administration, standards of conduct, counseling and referral services, and employee assistance issues. In addition, the work involves establishing and maintaining effective relationships - including the use of nontraditional collaborative approaches with labor organizations representing Federal employees, negotiating, and administering labor agreements.
Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least “Very Good” on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form.
Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference:
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
For additional information on the NSF eRecruit system, please visit our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the National Science Foundation.
The Selected Candidate(s) may be subject to a background investigation.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Ratings will be assigned based on your responses to the occupational questionnaire. In some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.
In the merit promotion selection process, formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
If you are an NSF employee on or eligible for a permanent, competitive service position or you are an NSF employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior Federal permanent, competitive service, you need not submit documents to confirm status. All applicants are required to provide a resume, in any format they choose. Cover letters are optional.
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.
Your application should be submitted online and must be completed and all required documents successfully uploaded before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-5090 for assistance.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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