The selectee will serve as a Human Resources Specialist in the Operations Branch of the Human Capital Management Office (HCMO). The HCMO is responsible for the administration and management of human resources programs, operations policies and services for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The HCMO also provides a wide range of technical advice and guidance to manager, supervisors, employees and customers of the FTC.
Summary
The selectee will serve as a Human Resources Specialist in the Operations Branch of the Human Capital Management Office (HCMO). The HCMO is responsible for the administration and management of human resources programs, operations policies and services for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The HCMO also provides a wide range of technical advice and guidance to manager, supervisors, employees and customers of the FTC.
Resolves very difficult and complex position management and position classification issues involving a variety of professional, administrative, technical, and clerical and wage grade jobs.
Provides extensive assistance to supervisors and managers to: clarify and define duties and responsibilities of positions, interrelationships with other positions, and career patterns; to determine the types of positions required and the most appropriate organizational structure; and to recommend options or alternative courses of action for attaining human resource management goals.
Uses knowledge and exercises judgment to assist managers withproblems associated with atypical combinations of duties, unique needs of small stations, weekend and seasonal work, remote locations, recruitment difficulties, and career enhancement.
Analyzes duties and responsibilities of positions using a variety of methods and approaches such as on-site or telephone audits and review of background material and work samples.
Evaluates jobs in accordance with position classification standards and principles to determine proper pay system, title, series, and grade, and prepares defensible evaluation statements based on thorough analysis.
Conducts or participates in agency-wide position reviews; comments on and performs test application of proposed draft classification standards and develops standard position descriptions.
Provides technical expertise in determining rates of pay.
Analyzes individual cases to determine
appropriate rate of pay considering many factors such as highest previous rate, special salary rates, retained grade and/or pay, pay schedule changes, etc.
Gives advice to supervisors, managers and employees on basic pay, locality pay, special salary rates, pay flexibilities, FLSA and Title 5overtime determinations.
Writes supplemental policies and memoranda, which interpret and implement regulations related to various human resource management programs. Develops new operating procedures as necessary to deal with emerging human resource management issues.
Continually evaluates the effectiveness of human resource management programs and modifies or develops new procedures to assist management in developing and carrying out programs to satisfy the goals and mission of the FTC.
Trains and advises managers, supervisors, and employees regarding various human resource management topics and their role in the human resource management program. Prepares background and informational materials for use in such training.
Works with the Federal Personnel Payroll System (FPPS) as well as other computers systems and software in effecting personnel actions and completing work assignments. Actively supports and implements equal employment opportunity and Regional affirmative action programs.
Guides a team of human resources management specialists and/or assistants.
Assigns day-today work, sets priorities, devises a training plan for assigned specialists and/or assistants.
U.S. citizenship requirement must be met by the closing date of this vacancy.
Position is subject to a background investigation.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Service.
You may serve a one-year probationary period under this appointment.
R?sum? and supporting documents (See How To Apply).
This position is not in the bargaining unit.
Qualifications
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the next lowest grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector.
For the GS-9 level: You must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level performing the following types of tasks: Specialized experience is defined as providing advice and/or guidance on the interpretation of federal human resources laws and regulations to assist in the development of new or improved agency-wide human resources policy, guidance, or operating procedures pertaining to at least two of the following human resources disciplines: recruitment/staffing, position classification, position management, or pay and compensation; developing vacancy announcements, job analysis, and certificates of eligibles for merit promotion and delegated examining recruitment case files; utilizing human resources automated systems to process, manage, and track HR related actions (e.g., automated hiring systems and assessment tools, automated on-boarding systems, personnel action processing systems, personnel reporting systems, etc.); and providing advice to assist in the preparation of reports and staff papers related to human resources advisory services.
OR
master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
OR
A combination of doctoral education and experience, which meets 100% of the qualification requirements for the position.
GS-11 Level: You must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-9 level performing the following types of tasks: Specialized experience is defined as experience applying federal human resources laws and regulations to assist in the development of new or improved agency-wide policy, guidance, or operating procedures in the functional areas of at least two of the following disciplines: recruitment/staffing, position management, position classification, or pay and compensation; developing vacancy announcements, job analysis, and certificates of eligibles for merit promotion and delegated examining recruitment case files; conducting data gathering, research and analyses of applicable laws, regulations, and/or policies in support of decisions for human capital mandates and metrics, and recommend corrective action or alternative solutions; conducting quality reviews and/or evaluating human resources program areas (e.g., staffing, recruitment, position management, workforce planning, etc.) to identify efficiencies, deficiencies or to determine the overall effectiveness; and developing queries for analysis to present human resources data for assigned programs.
OR
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree.
OR
A combination of doctoral education and experience, which meets 100% of the qualification requirements for the position.
In order to qualify for this position, in addition to the time-in-grade requirements listed above, you must meet the specialized experience requirements.
Your resume must clearly reflect the specialized experience which includes:
Experience providing solutions to staffing, recruitment, classification, and position management problems or issues;
Experience providing advisory service on the application of appropriate human resources laws, regulations, policies, and procedures;
Experience performing a variety of human resources operations activities (e.g., position classification and position management reviews, development of staffing strategies, job opportunity announcements, assessment tools, and certificates of eligibles); AND
Experience performing qualification determinations, veterans' preference adjudications, regulatory compliance reviews of personnel actions, and pay-setting decisions
Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also applies to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.
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.
Education
If you qualify on the basis of education in lieu of experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: FOREIGN EDUCATION
Additional information
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: VETERANS GUIDE
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see SELECTIVE SERVICE).
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 87 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: CAREER TRANSITION.
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.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your résumé and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category.
Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies.
Veterans: Qualified veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best-qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. Other 10-point preference eligibles and veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. View information on veterans' preference.
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.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your résumé showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Cover Letter, optional
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education
- Most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
- DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
- Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
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/.
Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Suite H-723
Washington, DC 20580
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your résumé showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Cover Letter, optional
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education
- Most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal Service)
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
- DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities
- Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program Documentation, if applicable (e.g. Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
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/.
Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Suite H-723
Washington, DC 20580
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
