Clarification from the agency

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The primary purpose of this position is to perform technical support work in or provide assistance in one or more human resources functional areas such as: talent acquisition, employee relations and employee benefits.

Talent Acquisition
Serves as a subject matter expert on all phases of the recruiting and staffing process including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, in-processing and advising managers on best practices associated with on-boarding. Advises hiring managers on best practices related to behavioral based interviews, strategic sourcing, and core competency recruiting. Screens and rates applicants as per established Marine Corps Order and local directives. Participates in local job fairs, newcomer briefings, new employee orientation briefings, and leadership training, as directed. Advises and assists candidates on the submission status of applications. Responds to inquiries, grievances and complaints based on rating of qualifications, priority preference, and internal merit promotion actions, as appropriate. Sources strategically for worldwide positions in order to deliver a robust slate of high quality candidates for immediate opening. Looks for ways to continuously improve sourcing capabilities and networks in order to meet ongoing recruiting needs.

Employee Relations
Conduct extensive research to identify trends, risks, patterns and track data in order to propose recommendations to management. Advises the Employee Relations (ER) Specialist and Human Resources Director regarding the development and implementation of organization-wide policies, practices, and programs. Participates in inquiries and investigations regarding alleged policy deviations or working conditions. Researches and composes counseling documents, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement measures to address deficiencies in performance. Researches and responds to complaints, grievances, and appeals. Participates with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) representatives in requests for accommodation. Provides advisory services to management regarding the solution of conduct or performance problems. Coordinates activities with first and second level supervisors. Collaborates with ER Specialist on employee/labor law issues, claims, government ethics regulation and application of MCCS standards of conduct, conflicts of interest, and Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts. May be required to represent the organization as a subject matter expert on personnel policy at criminal and administrative hearings. Coordinates employee recognition and award programs.

Conditions of employment

• See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

1. Two years experience in Human Resources that demonstrates that the applicant has acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent. Relevant education may be used as a substitute for experience.

2. Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and policies applicable to talent acquisition, employee development, employee relations, benefits, and personnel security processes.
 

3. Experience in applying tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive issues, to include conducting objective analysis, fact finding, and exercising confidentiality and privacy.

4. Knowledge and ability in operating Microsoft Programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint to perform data entry and data gathering; create various charts and statistical reports. Experience with PeopleSoft or any other personnel database, and SharePoint preferred.

5. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to convey a wide variety of information to diverse audiences.

6. Must have excellent communication skills in order to deliver effective group briefings and orientations to large audiences in various Human Resources topics.
 

This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.

Please include MONTH/YEAR and HOURS per week for all previous work experience listed on the resume. If there is no indication of time in position, we will credit the minimum.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.