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Lead HR Specialist (Labor and Employee Relations)

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNIC Headquarters N941
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Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Human Resources (HR) Branch; Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services; Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC); Millington, TN. Incumbent serves as a Headquarters (HQ) Lead HR Specialist (Labor and Employee Relations).

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
12/07/2023 to 12/12/2023
Salary
$87,000 to - $97,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Remote job
Yes
Telework eligible
Not applicable, this is a remote position.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
4
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
24-12238089
Control number
764817000

Duties

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In order to qualify for this position, resumes must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicant resumes are the key means for evaluating skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position therefore, applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing experience.

Lead duties include but are not limited to: 25%

  • Incumbent performs the following "Lead" duties over a team of approximately three - six Human Resource Assistants or Specialists.
  • Ensures the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services.
  • Articulates and communicates to the team the assignment, project, problem to be solved, actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion.
  • Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem solving methods and techniques, provides advice on work methods, practices and procedures, and assists the team and/or individual members in identifying the parameters of a viable solution.
  • Leads the team in: identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established work flow, skill level and/or occupational specialization; making adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established priorities to ensure timely accomplishment of assigned team tasks; and ensuring that each employee has an integral role in developing the final team product.
  • Trains or arranges for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects and provide or arrange for specific administrative or technical training necessary for accomplishment of individual and team tasks.
  • Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met.
  • Serves as coach, facilitator and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among team members.
Employee Relations (includes but not limited to): 75%
  • Serves as SME and provides advice and assistance to, and collaborates with, CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff in the area of employee relations (e.g., performance, discipline).
  • Provides guidance to managers and/or supervisors regarding handling of employee relations' issues (e.g., performance, discipline) and action(s) to be taken and prepares required letters and/or documents.
  • Researches and interprets policies on employee relations' issues (e.g., substance abuse, sexual harassment, changes in working conditions/schedules, leave requests/administration, job related stress).
  • Serves as a representative, or technical advisor, before appropriate formal judicial proceedings (e.g., arbitration, administrative hearings). Participates in settlement negotiations.
Labor Relations (includes but not limited to):
  • Serves as SME and provides advice and assistance to, and collaborates with, CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff on controversial and complex issues (e.g., Unfair Labor Practices, grievances, union collective bargaining agreement implementation, reorganizations, realignments, relocations, Business Based Actions, transfer(s) of function(s)).
  • Serves as a member of the management team in conducting union collective bargaining agreement negotiations. Interprets and provides technical advice and guidance to CNIC NAF HQ and Region staff on union collective bargaining agreements and arbitration and precedent decisions of the Federal Labor Relations Authority. Participates in third-party proceedings as a representative, technical advisor, and/or witness for management.
General (includes but not limited to):
  • Develops communication materials to explain CNIC NAF LER policies. Participates in regional communications sessions with CNIC NAF HR staff, managers, and/or employees to present information on subject area topics.
  • Serves as CNIC NAF liaison working closely with CNIC APF LER staff on issues/actions affecting both APF and NAF employees.
  • Develops and presents subject area specific training to both internal and external customers.
  • Prepares and analyzes functional area specific reports.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must pass all applicable records and background check.
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

  • Knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of LER theories, concepts, and/or practices to perform a variety of difficult and complex assignments in the areas of employee relations and discipline.
  • Knowledge of CNIC organizational structure and mission(s) of organizations serviced to perform the full range of HR and LER services.
  • Knowledge of LER laws; and Office of Personnel Management (OPM), DoD, Department of the Navy (DON), DCPAS, FLRA, CNIC, and various federal government LER policies, regulations, and procedures related to functionally specific areas of LER.
  • Ability to identify and determine level of discipline in accordance with table of offenses.
  • Ability to analyze resource requirements to identify key positions/competencies and develop training plans/developmental assignments for use with management development programs and/or intern programs.
  • Ability to provide advice and assistance and interpret policy and regulations related to staffing.
  • Ability to provide advice and assistance and perform tasks associated with new hire benefits.
  • Skill in the use of a Human Resources Information System (e.g., SAPHR, Defense Civilian Personnel Data System).
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Ability to analyze and prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to work within the Branch.
  • Ability to lead a group of employees in day-to-day operations and perform quasi-supervisory duties.
  • Ability to perform full range of "Lead" duties.
  • Ability to develop and effectively deliver presentations and/or training.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

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