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About the Position:
Human resource specialists perform and coordinate administrative, technical, and professional work related to human resources programs, including ensuring compliance with the appropriate guidelines policies, and approved internal controls. Human resources specialists may lead the work of human resources; however, their responsibilities do not typically involve formal supervisory responsibilities.
01/31/2023 to 01/30/2024
$57,102 - $92,852 per year
CL-27 ($57,102 starting - $92,852 ending) Table PIT - LEO; Starting salary based on qualifications and experience.
CL 27
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - may be required for training related opportunities and travel to other district offices.
No
Permanent -
Full-time -
Excepted
27 - Full performance level is CL-27.
No
No
23-03
704255200
Open until filled with first consideration given to applications received by February 28, 2023, at 5 p.m. EDT.
Representative Duties:
| Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible experience in at least one, but preferably two or more functional areas of human resources (classification, staffing, training, employee relations, etc.) that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, terminology, etc. of the area of human resources administration. |
Minimum Required Education -
The Human Resources Specialist position requires completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of academic study. Human resources experience with the federal judiciary, federal government, or a law enforcement agency is preferred.
Disclosures:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicant Evaluation and Screening Process:
A review of all application materials will be completed to determine which applicants meet the mandatory qualification requirements (including the selective factors listed), preferred qualifications/court preferred skills, and all conditions of employment for this vacancy, and to ensure that all regulatory and policy requirements are met. Applicants must meet all mandatory qualification requirements by the date of appointment.
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants will first be screened to ensure that they meet the minimum requirements -
Applicants who meet all qualifications must submit the following items in PDF format online at: https://www.pawp.uscourts.gov/careers
Please reference position #23-03
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.
Application forms are available on the Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania website at https://www.pawp.uscourts.gov/careers in a fillable format. Please type or print all information, sign, and date forms where indicated. Incomplete packets may not be considered. Verification of employment, education, and reference checks will be made prior to any offer of employment.
Once a pool of qualified candidates has been determined, then the next phase of the recruitment process will begin, which may entail applicant testing.
Applicant Testing (If Applicable) -
Qualified applicants who are determined to have met the above requirements may be administered tools/testing that are relevant to the job being filled. These assessments may range from multiple choice exams to short essays/written exams, to measure the job-related characteristics and how predictive that measurement is for successful performance on the job. These assessments will then be scored; scoring varies depending on which assessment tool is administered. These scores will be used as an additional measure in determining which applicants possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to carry out the duties of the position.
Interviews -
Education and experience (along with preferred skills and testing scores {if applicable}) will be used to determine final ratings for applicants. These final ratings will determine which applicants will be invited to a personal interview. Only the most qualified persons will be invited to a personal interview. These individuals will be asked a series of questions during this process and rated on a scale from 1-3. Each question relates to a job-specific competency and the applicant is rated on how well they are able to articulate and explain their ability to fulfill each competency.
Final Selections will be made after interviews have commenced and each applicant, regardless of the decision, will be notified.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/704255200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Western District of Pennsylvania's jurisdiction encompasses the 25 western counties of Pennsylvania. The U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania provides services to the Court, the community, and people under supervision. We believe everyone can ex change and personal growth. In our service to the Court and to the public, we use best practices to prom outcomes and create safer communities. We are currently seeking hardworking individuals, who are comm and interested in applying for the Human Resources Specialist position and becoming a part of our team.
